Research Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will support Principal Investigators (PIs) in the conduct and administrative of clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with institutional, ethical, and regulatory requirements.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist and support Principal Investigators (PIs) in the planning, coordination, and conduct of clinical research studies.
• Recruit and screen study participants in both inpatient and outpatient settings and assist in the informed consent process.
• Manage research data, including data collection, data entry, verification, and data cleaning, while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols, research ethics, institutional policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date study documentation, regulatory records, and research databases.
• Liaise with relevant internal departments, investigators, study sponsors, and external agencies to facilitate study activities.
• Monitor the financial aspects of assigned studies and provide timely updates to the Principal Investigator.
• Ensure timely submission of study progress reports, regulatory documents, ethics amendments, and renewal of ECOS approvals.
• Support study monitoring visits, audits, and inspections, where required.
• Undertake any other research-related or administrative duties assigned by the Supervisor or Principal Investigator.
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

 EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science, Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, or other relevant disciplines.
• Prior experience in academic, clinical, or healthcare research will be an advantage.
• Experience in participant recruitment, study coordination, or research data management is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of research ethics and regulatory requirements.
• Completion of Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines will be an advantage.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Meticulous, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced research environment.