CLRS-016 - Psychologist / Psychometrist - Kuwaiti Nationals

Dasman Diabetics Institute; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical research institution in Kuwait seeks a Research Assistant to support data management and study participant recruitment. The candidate should be committed to research excellence, with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. This role involves working independently and collaborating with research teams, ensuring adherence to protocols and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience required.
• Commitment to research excellence and ethical standards.
• Ability to implement research protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data management and research studies.
• Conduct screenings, interviews, and administer questionnaires.
• Interpret and analyze data using scientific techniques.

Skills

Data analysis

Computer database management

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s in medical field

MD preferred

Job description

General Information

Language: Arabic, English
Years of Experience: 1-3
Closing Date: 31 December 2025

Function

Perform the required functions under the direction of the immediate supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist the study team with data management for research studies, including entering data into electronic databases.
• Modify and plan research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments.
• Review medical records and/or conduct screenings for recruitment of study participants, perform interviews, and administer QOL questionnaires.
• Assist with quality assurance and track regulatory submissions. Perform other approved responsibilities as required.
• Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques.
• Complete assigned tasks and targets within given deadlines.
• Ensure patients’ safety.
• Coordinate with the ethics committee to generate all research documents and reports.
• Write all visit reports and file all subject documentation.
• Coordinate and maintain all medical research archiving.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the head of the unit.

Required Skills and Expertise:

• 1-3 years of related experience required.
• Commitment to excellence in research and adherence to professional and ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of collaborative teams.
• Ability to understand and implement research protocols.
• Experience with computer database management.
• Data analysis experience.
• Self-motivated with critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Other Comments:

Education: Bachelor’s in a medical field; MD preferred.