Research Assistant

Qualifications : Minimum Degree Holder in Biomedical/Health Sciences or related discipline

Experience :

• Preferably with 1-2 years of working experience in healthcare setting
• Prior experience in clinical research would be advantageous

Special Attributes and Knowledge:
• Strong interest in primary care research
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Meticulous with good organization, coordination and administrative skills
• With good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Additional knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), medical and research 
terminology and ethics, as well as ability to use statistical programmes are preferred

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To be responsible for the project management and coordination of assigned research projects in NHGP, in accordance with the 
study protocol and applicable regulatory / ethical / institutional requirements. Where required, to participate in the evaluation 
of research results.

Project management:
• Assist PI in managing applicable grant funding, regulatory and IRB approvals, for the assigned projects, including 
corresponding with the granting body/ regulatory authority/ IRB.
• Manage approved study budget, where applicable, including tracking the utilization of budget.
• Oversee coordination of studies with multiple sites, where applicable.
• Assist to monitor progress of study and coordinate regular reviews with the study team and CRU.
• Assist PI in preparation of study-related presentations/materials.
• Participate in the evaluation of research results where required.
Coordinate conduct of study
• Perform screening activities according to protocol eligibility criteria and assist in recruitment.
• Schedule study visits and ensure visit schedules are adhered to. Follow up and monitor participants in accordance 
with study protocol.
• Be cognizant of current regulatory, ethical and institutional requirements, and perform delegated protocol-specific 
activities according to the guidelines.
• Monitor and report all adverse/ unanticipated events and abnormalities/ protocol deviations to the Principal 
Investigator and CRU. Ensure these events are reported accordingly to granting body, regulatory authority and IRB as 
applicable.
• Maintain research data integrity and appropriate study documentation.
• Work closely with research team for smooth coordination of research projects. Meet with the Principal Investigator/ 
research team members to discuss the conduct of the study and review study data.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Any other duties assigned by the Reporting Officer where appropriate