Research Asst (Ophthalmology)

Institution: Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Family Group: Allied Health

JOB SUMMARY

To support the Pl in driving the research projects to achieve the specific milestones

To provide assistance to the investigators in the conduct and implementation of all aspects of clinical research/clinical trials Coordinate and perform all activities (procedures required in the study can only be performed in accordance to his/her qualification and licensure) related to clinical research/clinical trial implementation

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC (80%)

1. Support the investigators in their clinical research activities starting from study start-up, screening and recruiting study subjects, following up the study subjects till study end and study closure activities

2. Ensure that the study and study procedures are conducted in accordance with the protocol approved by the institution review board and applicable regulatory, institutional and cluster requirements

3. Maintain accurate and complete documentation of study assigned. Ensure proper archiving of medical records and study documents at the end of the study

4. Ensure proper storage, documentation and dispensing/administering of study drugs

5. Performing study procedures in accordance to his/her qualification and licensure. These may include but are not limited to, venepuncture, ECG, IV drug administration, handling and processing blood samples; handling lab samples e.g. tissues, urine, stool, monitoring vital signs as required by the study protocol

6. Attend Investigator's Meeting and site initiation meeting as and when required

7. Liaise with relevant internal and external agencies during the course of work

8. Ensure that the timelines involved are maintained. This include but are not limited to Serious Adverse Event reporting, Regulatory Contravention Reporting, Unanticipated Problems Involving Risks To Subjects or Others reporting, Study progress and completion reports, case report forms completion and data clarification completion

9. Ensure the safety of clinical research subjects and report any Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events and Regulatory Contraventions to the investigators, sponsors and regulatory authorities as appropriate

10. Ensure that investigators review all safety, regulatory contravention and UPIRTSO reports and reports are sent to DSRB, MOH and/or HSA (where applicable) promptly within the stipulated timelines

11. Follow-up on patients experiencing Adverse Event or Serious Adverse Event and ensure prompt reporting

12. Monitor and manage the financial aspects of the assigned study and provide regular updates to the investigator and Department Research Admin Team

13. Ensure timely submission of progress report to the relevant agencies and authorities and renewal of DSRB and CTC approvals (where applicable)

14. Prepare progress reports and updates and ensure timely submissions in line with grant requirements

15. Assist in the management of equipment and services for research projects

16. Coordinate and Assist with other research related activities

GENERAL (20%)

· Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

· Support the planning and organisation of department activities such as Clinical Audit Day, Quality Day, NHGEI International Ophthalmology Conference etc.

· Coverage of duties for fellow team members – Research Assistants when they are on leave

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimal Diploma
Prior experience in Research or healthcare is preferred