Job Summary

Provide research support services to the hiring Research Investigator in the conduct and implementation of clinical trial and/or clinical research studies in accordance with research ethics and regulations.

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Main Duties And Responsibilities

SPECIFIC (90%)

Assist and support the investigators in their clinical research activities from study planning, setting up, screening, recruiting/enrolling patients, following up with the patients until the end of the project.

These Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

Searching the literature for information about experiments, designing test materials, recruiting participants, collecting data, entering data or running data analysis;
Planning, organizing and coordinating the workflow of the research study, including one's own role within it;
Assisting to seek funding for the project from external and internal sources;
Writing protocols and informed consents, and developing research survey or questionnaire;
Abstracting data from patient charts;
Validating quality of data elements/data editing;
Evaluating consistency of medical data;
Diagnosing and problem solving as it relates to the research projects;
Coordinating the research projects;
Screening patients for eligibility to the study;
Conducting screens and assays;
Explaining the study to the patients;
Enrolling patients and ensuring their compliance to the protocol;
Performing study scheduling and tracking patient's participation;
Administering patient interviews and preparing assessments;
Recording, tabulating and entering research data;
Preparing research manuscripts and research presentations;
Developing and maintaining research databases; and
Keeping records and accounting of the management of the project
Maintain accurate and complete documentation / records of study and investigator files.
Process, label, store specimens and prepare for dispatch in accordance with the requirements of the research protocol. Maintain the completeness of the specimen log. Coordinate with laboratory technician on logistics for collection, processing and archival of tissue, serum and plasma samples.
Ensure timely submission of progress report to the relevant agencies and authorities.
Ensure timely renewal of DSRB approvals and submissions of any UPIRTSO's or non-compliance and deviation report.
Ensure proper archiving of medical records and study documents at study end.
Contribute to the production of research reports and/or publications.
Liaise with research colleagues and support staff internally as appropriate to the research and to develop appropriate external contacts and networks relevant to the project and to future funding opportunities.
Assist in co-ordination and organisation of meetings, seminars, lectures, talks and workshops and to attend and contribute to relevant meetings.
Ensure that responsibilities identified within internal processes such as Health and Safety guidelines, the study protocol, ICH and Singapore Guideline of Good Clinical Practice and TTSH's quality procedures and work instructions etc are robustly met. This would include all procedures required in the screening and follow-up activities.
Provide information and educate research subjects. Maintain and establish good relationships with sponsor, clinicians, other support staff and subjects. Good listening and communication skills to educate research subjects.
Be able to perform venepuncture, handle and process blood samples, handle lab samples (for examples, tissues, urine, and stool) and monitoring vital signs.
Track laboratory and diagnostic reports. Able to recognize abnormalities and escalate to investigator.
Maintain timely and accurate records of patients information, including all research and nursing procedures performed.

GENERAL (10%)

Any other duties as assigned by the Investigator.
Constantly evaluate and make continuous improvement to the work processes.
Actively participate as a member or team lead for quality improvement projects of Hospital-wide / Departmental level.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION

Relevant Degree in Sciences or Nursing.

PREREQUISITES

Have an interest in research
Excellent trouble shooting, organization skills, and problem solving skills are also required as well as the ability to work in a team environment. Be team-oriented.
Highly motivated, reliable and creative. Possess the ability to work independently and effectively with research details. Willing to learn new things.
Basic Computer Skills
Trained in venepuncture and vital signs assessment preferred.
Have strong organizational and effective communication skills.
Self-motivated and pro-active attitude.

Experience

Have a keen interest in research. Relevant experience preferred but not compulsory.
For grade 11 degree holders, fresh graduate will be considered.

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