Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is advancing its position as a global leader in clinical research through a strategic initiative focused on reducing study activation timelines and improving the experience for sponsors and investigators.
We are seeking a Legal Paraprofessional (Law Clerk or Paralegal) to join our Legal Services – Research team. This role is central to executing fast-track clinical trial agreements, helping accelerate study start-up while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
About the Role
You will be part of a team of four legal professionals supporting clinical research, reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel (Research).
Your primary focus will be fast-track clinical trials—agreements that rely on pre-approved templates or existing master agreements and meet defined criteria for streamlined execution. You will also support broader clinical trial work as capacity allows.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and process fast-track clinical trial agreements using standard templates and master agreements
- Coordinate efficient agreement execution with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Ensure agreements meet Sunnybrook fast-track criteria and quality standards
- Support Sunnybrook’s strategic initiative through template use, workflow improvements, and cycle time reduction, including liaising with Sunnybrook’s Centre for Clinical Trial Support
- Engage with industry sponsors and CROs to encourage use of master agreements
- Assist with non-fast-track clinical trial agreements as workload permits
- Maintain accurate records and track agreement status and metrics
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in law clerk, paralegal studies, or equivalent
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in clinical research contracting or legal document management
- Familiarity with clinical trial agreements or legal contracting processes is an asset
What You Bring
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage a high volume of agreements efficiently
- Process-oriented mindset focused on speed and consistency
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Comfort working in a structured, template-driven environment
Why Join Sunnybrook
- Contribute directly to accelerating access to innovative clinical trials
- Be part of a high-impact institutional initiative
- Work with a collaborative, mission-driven team
- Develop specialized expertise in clinical trial contracting
Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with a resume and cover letter through Sunnybrook’s careers portal.