Research Assistant

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare institution in Singapore seeks individuals responsible for project management and coordination of assigned research projects. Key tasks include managing grant funding, oversight of site coordination, and compliance with regulatory and ethical requirements. Applicants should be familiar with the project lifecycle in a research context, ensuring smooth operations and data integrity throughout studies. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact healthcare delivery through applied research.

Responsibilities

• Manage applicable grant funding, regulatory and IRB approvals for assigned projects.
• Oversee coordination of studies with multiple sites.
• Assist in recruitment and perform screening activities according to protocol eligibility.

Job description

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Institution: National Healthcare Group Polyclinics

Family Group: Administration

To be responsible for the project management and coordination of assigned research projects in NHGP, in accordance with the study protocol and applicable regulatory / ethical / institutional requirements. Where required, to participate in the evaluation of research results.

Project management

• Assist PI in managing applicable grant funding, regulatory and IRB approvals for the assigned projects, including corresponding with the granting body, regulatory authority, and IRB.
• Manage approved study budget, where applicable, including tracking the utilization of budget.
• Oversee coordination of studies with multiple sites, where applicable.
• Assist to monitor progress of study and coordinate regular reviews with the study team and CRU.
• Assist PI in preparation of study‑related presentations/materials.
• Participate in the evaluation of research results where required.

Coordinate conduct of study

• Perform screening activities according to protocol eligibility criteria and assist in recruitment.
• Schedule study visits and ensure visit schedules are adhered to.
• Follow up and monitor participants in accordance with study protocol.
• Be cognizant of current regulatory, ethical and institutional requirements, and perform delegated protocol‑specific activities according to the guidelines.
• Monitor and report all adverse/unanticipated events and abnormalities/protocol deviations to the Principal Investigator and CRU.
• Ensure these events are reported accordingly to granting body, regulatory authority and IRB as applicable.
• Maintain research data integrity and appropriate study documentation.
• Work closely with research team for smooth coordination of research projects.
• Meet with the Principal Investigator/research team members to discuss the conduct of the study and review study data.