Research Associate (Clinical Trials - Healthy Longevity)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, seeks an experienced Research Associate to lead the research and support team handling clinical trials and day-to-day operations. You will develop innovative trial protocols focusing on geroprotectors and integrate biomarkers into studies.

You will oversee trial execution, participant management, and regulatory compliance, while building a high-performing team and pursuing grant opportunities to advance geroscience

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required in medicine or life sciences.
• Experience leading clinical trials and teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of GCP, SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Ability to develop and manage grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the research and support team that conducts clinical trials and manages day-to-day operations.
• Develop innovative clinical trial protocols testing geroprotectors.
• Integrate biological, clinical, and digital biomarkers into trial protocols.
• Oversee trial execution ensuring adherence to SOPs and GCP.
• Recruit and manage research participants.
• Maintain clinical trial documentation and data records.
• Develop and implement policies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identify and pursue grant opportunities and prepare high-quality proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team management

Clinical research

GCP/SOP

Education

Master's or PhD in Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health, Life Sciences

Job description

Job Description

The National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS Academy for Healthy Longevity seeks an experienced and dynamic individual to be a Research Associate within Prof. Maier's research group. This position will lead the research and support team that conducts clinical trials and manages day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Innovation and Excellence

• Development of innovative clinical trial protocols testing geroprotectors
• Introduction and improvement of biological, clinical, and digital biomarkers of ageing into clinical trial protocols
• Evaluation and validation of new assessment methods for implementation in clinical studies
• Contribute to the establishment of global standards for gerotherapeutic trials and international clinical trial networks

Clinical Trial Operations

• Oversee the execution of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and good clinical practice (GCP)
• Supervise the recruitment, scheduling, and management of research participants
• Supervise the collection and maintenance of clinical trial documentation, including data records and equipment maintenance logs
• Ensure compliance with clinical inventory management procedures
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to streamline operations and maintain compliance with regulatory standards

Team Leadership and Management

• Provide effective leadership and guidance to the research team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
• Oversee the allocation and management of workloads, ensuring efficient utilisation of resources
• Identify training needs and facilitate the professional development of team members
• Build and nurture a positive team culture that promotes excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement

Funding and Resource Acquisition

• Identify and pursue relevant grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding bodies
• Oversee the preparation of high-quality grant proposals and funding applications, ensuring alignment with funder requirements and research objectives

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Fascination for the ageing process and experience in observational and intervention studies in humans
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience in supervisory or administrative roles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the ability to collaborate effectively with participants, staff, and external stakeholders
• Familiarity with clinical research protocols, standard operating procedures, and good clinical practice
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

The successful candidate will be pivotal in advancing the National University of Singapore's geroscience research initiatives and translating healthy longevity research into practical applications. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to research while developing leadership skills and driving operational excellence.