Manager, Clinical Trials Unit

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 134-26-762111537

Posting End Date: April 22, 2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles

Department: Paul Albrechtsen Research Institute

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start Date: May 4, 2026

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Hourly Rate: $53.384, $56.670, $59.957, $63.243, $66.528, $70.272.

Job Summary:

Under the leadership and direction of the Director of Research Administration and Operations the Manager of Clinical Trials Unit is a collaborative leader who provides overall management of the CTU to ensure that clinical trials are well supported and successfully delivered at CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB). 

This position works to ensure clinical trials are delivered in accordance with trial protocols and have the required documentation and approvals, and ongoing monitoring and reporting requirements are completed. The Manager is an integral part of the Research Support Officer (RSO) participating in the review and assessment of clinical trial proposals and contributing to high value trials meeting enrollment and accrual targets. The role also works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including educational and health services organizations across Manitoba and represents CCMB nationally as requested.

The Manager contributes to a variety of functions including: operations planning, agreements and contracts, and trials management, monitoring and reporting. The Manager supports the CRAO in promoting and developing opportunities for clinical trials and sponsorships.

Qualifications:

Education

• Post secondary clinical, business, public administration, health management, or sciences degree or another field relevant to the position from an accredited educational institution.

Experience

• 7 years working in a health services environment with a strong connection to clinical and clinical support services.
• 5 years of management experience including managing staff within a unionized environment
• 3 years of experience in operational planning, data-driven program evaluation, organizational management, policy and program development.
• 3 years of experience supporting clinical trial protocols to ensure program functions are effectively delivered.

An appropriate equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated strong emotional intelligence, self-awareness, self-management and social awareness.
• Ability to proactively build and maintain partnerships and to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Must have strong facilitation skills, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, analyze, problem-solve and apply knowledge and decision-making skills.
• Experience in leading project planning and change management.
• Demonstrated competency and experience in managing staff and developing talent to ensure efficiency of the team.
• Demonstrates a commitment to self-development and lifelong learning.
• Must be self-directed and work independently.

Preferred

• RN, MBA, MPA, LLM or other relevant, graduate level education.
• Knowledge of the corporate operations in a public-funded healthcare organization.
• Ability to speak French.

Required Licenses, Registrations, Designations

• Active member in good standing of an associated regulatory body as appropriate

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings at multiple sites throughout the organization, and to lift and carry items of up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Interruptions to respond to questions are common; dedicated and focused time for planning and concentration can be scheduled

Other

• Must have a satisfactory employment record
• Must be legal able to work in Canada    

Interested and qualified applicants with inquiries regarding the position may contact:

Sarah Dentry, Director of Research Administration and Operations

675 McDermot Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9

Email: sdentry@cancercare.mb.ca

Phone: 204-804-2983

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB) values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity through an equitable, inclusive and accessible work environment.  We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Accessibility accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

This information is available in alternative formats on request. Please contact CCMBAskHR@cancercare.mb.ca

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.