National Healthcare Group Hiring! Full Time Research Co-ordinator in - Ricebowl

Institution: Woodlands Hospital

Family Group: Allied Health

1.JOB PURPOSE

The Research Coordinator will work closely with allocated clinicians/Principal Investigators (PIs) of Woodlands Health, to assist in the execution of clinical studies from study start-up to study conduct to study close-out. He/she will coordinate and monitor progress of the studies to ensure that the studies are conducted ethically and in compliance with the applicable guidelines and regulations including Institutional Ethics Review Board (ROAM) requirements, Good Clinical Practice requirements, MOH Human Biomedical Research Act (HBRA). He/she will assist PIs with both the administrative duties including grant write-up and application and the operation aspect of the clinical studies including recruitment and data/sample collection.

2. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific (80%)

Assist and support the allocated PIs in their clinical studies activities from study start-up to study conduct, to study close-out and to coordinate all aspect of the clinical studies including but not limited to the following.

Study start-up

• Assist in administrative duties relating to the setup of the clinical studies such as the preparation of documents and forms for ethics submission, ensuring that study paperwork is handled punctually and appropriately, setting up of study folder in accordance with guidelines and regulations, arranging study meetings.
• Assist PI with grant write-up and application where appropriate
• Assist in logistics set-up activities, such as study procurement, in relation to the required activities of the clinical studies.

Study conduct

• Screening and recruiting participants for enrolment to the studies
• Follow up on studies required visits and procedures including data/sample collection
• Manage awarded research and collaborative funds in accordance with respective Terms and Conditions to ensure timely submission of claims, reports, budget forecast, etc
• Upkeep of study folder in compliance to applicable guidelines and regulations
• Assist in administrative duties in relation to the studies requirement including timely submission of study claims, budget forecast, progress report, invoice processing.
• Assist in study related activities including preparation and handling of audits, inspections, monitoring.

Study close-out

• Ensure proper archival procedures are adhered and in compliance to relevant guidelines and regulations
• Ensure proper and timely administrative closure such as claims and reports submission and account closure.

General (20%)

• To ensure the smooth running of studies under his/her care from study start-up to study close-out
• For senior position, to mentor junior and help to promote a working environment of collegiality and effective teamwork where required.
• To undertake any other duties in relation to WH/WORDS research activities and events.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Reporting Officer and Research Director.

3. JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education / Training / Experience

• Tertiary degree in a Sciences or Nursing with at least 2 years of experience in clinical research.
• Preferably state registered nurse.
• Preferably trained in venepuncture, vital signs assessment

EXPERIENCE

• Strong understanding of the research process and related legislations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player who is able to work independently and meticulously
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and research registry systems such as REDCap
• Self-motivated and pro-active attitude.

Attributes

• Good organizational skills: able to effectively plan, schedule and coordinate multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Positive communication and interpersonal skills: able to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including researchers, study participants, and sponsors
• Attention to detail: able to pay close attention to detail to ensure that all aspects of a study are conducted according to protocol and that data is collected and recorded accurately.
• Problem-solving skills: able to anticipate and address potential issues that may arise during a study.
• Familiar with research methodology and regulations: have a good understanding of research methods and techniques, as well as a thorough knowledge of relevant regulations and guidelines for research.

This is a contract role for a period of 18 months.