Assistant Director of RESEARCH Pharmacy | PhD / Master's Degree research experts to Join Qatar’[...]

Public Healthcare Provider; Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Qatar is seeking an Assistant Director of Pharmacy - Research. The role involves managing pharmacy services, leading research projects, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in pharmacy, clinical research, and a strong leadership background. This position offers a competitive, tax-free salary along with comprehensive benefits, including accommodation and schooling assistance for children.

Benefits

Furnished Accommodation Provided

Schooling Assistance of 21,000 QAR for up to 3 children

Business Class Flight Tickets for Family

Baggage Allowance

Conference Entitlement

Qualifications

• 8 years pharmacy experience, with 3 in management.
• Research and technical expertise in clinical pharmacy.
• Proficient with SPSS, REDCap, and Good Clinical Practice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmacy services and manage research teams.
• Lead pharmacy-related clinical research projects.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and optimize medication safety.

Skills

Leadership

Grant Writing

Clinical Pharmacy

Research Compliance

Data Analysis

Education

PhD or Research Focused Master's Degree in Pharmacy

Postgraduate Training or Certification in Clinical Research

Tools

SPSS

Stata

REDCap

Qualtrics

EndNote

Job description

Competitive Expat Opportunity | Open-Ended – Single or Family Contract

Earn a Tax-Free Monthly Salary of 40,000 QAR

AUD 16,882 | JOD 7,791 | EUR 9,652 | GBP 8,102 | CAD 15,075 | LBP 985M | ZAR 196,300 | TND 32,727 | INR 935,366 | PKR 3M

The all-inclusive monthly total salary of 40,000 QAR is structured as follows :

• Basic Salary : 38,450 QAR
• Mobile Allowance : 300 QAR

Key Benefits Include :

• Furnished Accommodation Provided
• Schooling Assistance of 21,000 QAR (Up to 3 Children)
• Business Class Flight Tickets for self, spouse & 3 children (annual, joining & repatriation)
• Baggage Allowance (joining & repatriation)
• Conference Entitlement

Please Note :

Family benefits apply only when dependents reside in Qatar under the employee’s sponsorship.

All compensation and benefits are offered at the employer’s discretion.

Currency conversions provided are approximate and subject to change.

International Hiring :

Candidates currently outside Qatar.

Arabic-Speaking candidates preferred.

Education :

Essential : PhD or Research Focused Master's Degree in Pharmacy.

Preferred : Postgraduate Training or certification in clinical research, epidemiology or health outcomes.

Optional : Membership in relevant professional bodies (e.g. ACCP; ASHP; ACRP; SCORA)

Licensing :

Must hold a valid home-country license to practice.

Must be eligible for registration and licensing in the State of Qatar.

Essential Experience :

8 years pharmacy experience out of which 3 years in manager, supervisor capacity.

7+ Yearsresearch experience in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, or related fields.

Experience as a Principal Investigator (PI) or Co- Principal Investigator on clinical or translational research projects.

Research and Technical Expertise :

Strong track record in grant writing and funding acquisition.

Authored 50+ peer-reviewed publications (including first / senior author roles), with expertise in systematic reviews, clinical trials, and interventional studies.

Proficient in SPSS / Stata, REDCap / Qualtrics, EndNote, and well-versed in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research compliance standards.

Specification

As Assistant Director of Pharmacy - Research, you will oversee the delivery and development of high-quality pharmacy services across hospital units.

Your responsibilities will include managing staff performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing medication safety systems, and supporting strategic planning alongside senior leadership.

You will play a key role in mentoring teams, driving departmental improvements, and deputizing for the Director when required.

Strong leadership, operational oversight, and clinical expertise are essential.

Key Responsibilities :

• Serve as Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on research projects
• Lead pharmacy-related clinical and translational research across hospital settings
• Manage research teams, timelines, and deliverables
• Supervise and mentor graduate students, interns, and junior pharmacists
• Oversee publication strategy, grant writing, and ethical compliance
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams and research institutions
• Maintain active involvement in data analysis, peer-reviewed publishing, and institutional review processes