Research Fellow (Translational & Clinical Research)

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Singapore seeks a Research Fellow to advance lung cancer studies. The role involves designing clinical protocols, scientific writing, and managing stakeholder communications. Candidates must have a Master's degree in biomedical sciences and 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably with a PhD. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to significant clinical research initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant research or clinical trial experience.
• Familiarity with clinical trial protocol writing and GCP principles.
• Prior experience in oncology research or translational studies.

Responsibilities

• Draft and refine clinical and translational protocols.
• Develop abstracts, presentations, and grant applications.
• Support scientific communications with stakeholders.
• Provide input into vendor evaluations and research planning.

Skills

Scientific Writing & Communication

Analytical & Problem‑Solving

Stakeholder Engagement

Organizational & Project Management

Regulatory & Compliance Awareness

Technical proficiency with MS Office and CTMS

Education

Master’s degree in biomedical sciences or related field

PhD in a related field or equivalent track record

Tools

MS Office

Reference management software

Clinical trial management systems (CTMS)

Job description

Research Fellow (Translational & Clinical Research)

The Asian Thoracic Oncology Research Group (ATORG) operates under the National Cancer Centre Singapore, advancing medical knowledge of lung cancer through clinical studies and scientific events. ATORG coordinates multi‑country investigator‑initiated trials (IITs) and translational oncology studies across Asia.

Main Responsibilities

1. Study Design and Protocol Development (40%)

• Draft and refine clinical and translational protocols, including Synopsis, study flow diagrams, schedules of assessments (SoA), and biomarker sections.
• Coordinate protocol input from PIs, statisticians, clinicians, and vendors.
• Adapt study designs to site capabilities, operational constraints, and scientific objectives.

2. Scientific & Grant Writing (30%)

• Develop abstracts, poster presentations, and manuscripts for submission to scientific conferences and journals.
• Prepare grant applications, letters of intent (LOIs), and scientific reports for academic and industry sponsors.
• Draft meeting materials for advisory boards, working groups, and regulatory discussions.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Meeting Support (20%)

• Support scientific communications with local and regional collaborators, including meeting minutes, presentation decks, and briefing materials.
• Liaise with site investigators, pharma sponsors, CROs, and academic partners to support scientific alignment across projects.
• Contribute to preparation and documentation of regional regulatory submissions.

4. Strategic Input & Innovation (10%)

• Provide input into vendor evaluations, consensus statement writing, and research planning documents.
• Assist with the development of SOPs, training materials, and collaborative frameworks to improve ATORG’s scientific processes.

Key Requirements

Master’s degree in biomedical sciences, cancer biology, molecular medicine, public health, or related field.

At least 2–3 years of relevant research or clinical trial experience, particularly in scientific documentation or study design.

PhD in a related field OR equivalent track record of scientific output (e.g., peer‑reviewed publications, lead authorship on abstracts).

Familiarity with clinical trial protocol writing, GCP principles, or ethics submissions.

Prior experience in oncology research, translational studies, or regional research collaborations.

Advantageous Skills to Have

• Scientific Writing & Communication: Excellent ability to translate complex scientific and clinical data into clear, accurate protocols, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Analytical & Problem‑Solving: Strong capability to evaluate scientific feasibility, identify risks, and propose practical solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in managing relationships with investigators, sponsors, vendors, and internal teams across different cultures and geographies.
• Organizational & Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Regulatory & Compliance Awareness: Competence in ensuring study design, documentation, and publications comply with international and local regulations, SOPs, and ethical standards.
• Technical proficiency with MS Office, reference management software, and clinical trial management systems (CTMS) is desirable.