Research Asst

Job Summary

The Research Assistant position is based in the Department of Palliative Medicine. You will work in a team of Research Assistants to assist the Principal Investigators in their clinical research activities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the doctors in preparation of study protocols and other regulatory matters
• Assist in the recruitment and screening of study participants, consent taking, collection of test samples and follow ups
• Request for medical records from Health Information Services and ensure their timely return
• Maintain a log of the cases completed
• Go through the medical records to find relevant data and fill up the study forms
• Assist with data entry and data analysis
• Ensure compliance of study progression in accordance to schedule
• Conduct face-to-face interviews as well as phone interviews with patients and their immediate carers, using questionnaire and scales as directed by the study protocol.
• Coordinate research meeting in relation to the research studies undertaken
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Relevant degree in Sciences.
• Excellent trouble shooting, organization skills, and problem solving skills are also required as well as the ability to work in a team environment. Be team-oriented.
• Highly motivated, reliable and creative. Possess the ability to work independently and effectively with research details. Willing to learn new things.
• Have strong organizational and effective communication skills.
• Self-motivated and pro-active attitude.
• Have a keen interest in research. Relevant experience preferred but not compulsory.