Overview and purpose of the position

The Division of Neurosurgery at the National University Hospital (NUH) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to conduct recruitment and data collection for ongoing cohort studies and randomised controlled trials in the area of neuromodulation research (transcranial magnetic stimulation, vagal nerve stimulation, and deep brain stimulation) in patients with neurological and neuropsychiatric disease.

Roles and Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage all aspects of clinical research studies from ethics application, grant management, site initiation, subject recruitment, data collection, to study close-out.
Identify, recruit, and screen potential study subjects based on protocol criteria.
Administer informed consent to enrolled subjects.
Schedule study visits and procedures, providing reminders to ensure subject retention.
Ensure proper collection, management and storage of research data and biological samples.
Set up and maintain study investigator files, including records of consent taken and blood collection.
Maintain and update screening log & enrolment logs.
Conduct neuromodulation intervention procedures, including but not limited to operating equipment for transcranial magnetic stimulation.
Ensure patients compliance to neuromodulation trial procedure.
Assist Principal Investigator with preparation of documents for ethics submissions and renewals.
Work cross-functionally with medical, research, and operations teams involved in the study.
Liaise with the relevant departments for logistic and finances-related matters.
Prepare necessary documentation for audit purposes.
Complete Case Report Forms (CRFs).
Perform administrative duties and ad-hoc project as assigned by the Principal Investigator/Manager.

Qualification Required and Area of Discipline

Diploma/degree or equivalent in qualifications in Science, Life Sciences, or Nursing. 1-2 years of Clinical Research Coordinator experience in a hospital setting is desirable.

Required Competencies and Capabilities (Skills, Experiences and Professional Licences)

Fast learner who adapts quickly and takes initiative to solve problems.
Responsible, able to work independently and collaborate as part of a team player.
Demonstrates leadership, accountability, and ownership of tasks.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Able to manage multiple projects with excellent project management skills and to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Good written and communication skills.
Proficiency in other languages (Mandarin/Malay/Tamil) and/or Chinese dialects will be an added advantage.
Meticulous attention to detail and documentation practices.
Familiar with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and the Human Biomedical Research Act (HBRA).

Clinical Research Coordinator, Neurosurgery