Research Assistant Non Laboratory

Job description / Role

As Qatar’s leading medical services organization, we are offering you an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated and enthusiastic team of healthcare professionals.

Our healthcare services are internationally recognized as a high standard, comparable with other developed countries. We have a countrywide network of hospitals and healthcare centers which utilize the most advanced medical equipment available today and provide care from highly qualified staff.

Now is your chance to be part of this world-class team!

As an Academic Health System the Corporation would like to employ staff who contribute to the mission and vision of the Corporation. Research is a key and integral component to this vision and the postholder must be able to contribute to an Integrated strategic vision and planning for Clinical, Research and Education and training. Working under routine supervision with general direction, this position is responsible for performing a range of research related activities in support and delivery of research outcomes including administrative, financial and other activities associated with the research program. The research assistant will be responsible for the coordination of multiple research projects being conducted across the emergency Care network.The postholder will also be required to lead on and undertake educational and training programs.

This position will contribute to the research program by performing a range of research related tasks which may include any of the following:
- Assist in the conduct of research protocols including preparation, sampling, data collection and analysis and preparation of results and reports;
- Assist in the preparation of documentation (e.g. for grant applications, research and conference papers) requiring the conducting of literature reviews and/or analysis of data;
- Provide administrative and financial management support for research projects and programs including the maintenance and use of electronic and paper based information systems, data bases, websites and records;
- Maintain equipment and materials including the disposal of waste and ordering of supplies;
- Keep informed of developments, activities and protocols in area of expertise through liaison with staff and peers, reading relevant literature and attendance at meetings and seminars;
- Comply with organizational policy, procedure and protocols in relation to the nature of the research being conducted;
- Other duties as required within the scope of the classification of this position

The post holder will be required to adhere to research legislative and regulatory requirements including HMC and SCH policies, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization - Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP).

Requirements

- A degree in a relevant area (for example BSc, MPH, Bioststistics), from a recognized university
- Preferred Education: Masters in a relevant field such as clinical research or Nursing.
- 3 years experience as research assistant with subsequent relevant work research and/or hospital experience or a combination of research or hospital experience and training,
- Preferred Experience: 5 years experience in a team with externally funded grants.
- Demostrated knowledege ofInternational Conference on Harmonization – Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) or similar international standards is preferred.

Language Skills: English (intermediate)
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office suite

Common Leadership and Professional Competencies
- Specific/Technical/Functional Competencies

Demonstrates strong working knowledge of:
- solving problems through the standard application of theoretical principles and techniques at a degree level
- written and oral communication skills including capacity to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization experience and an ability to effectively analyze information and produce clear, succinct reports and documents
- Planning and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and set and meet deadlines
- computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high level work using software such as Microsoft Office applications and specified University software programs, with the capability and willingness to learn new packages as appropriate
- awareness of the principles of confidentiality, privacy and information handling
- The position may be required to work evening and/or night shifts and travel to campuses other than Hamad General Hospital if required by the research projects being conducted.

You will be rewarded with a tax free salary and fantastic benefits including accommodation, transport allowance, medical cover, a generous annual leave allowance and more. If you are interested in being considered for this role please click the Apply button below.

About the Company

Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is the principal public healthcare provider for the State of Qatar. HMC is committed to actively contributing to and enabling the sustainable development of Qatar and its people in alignment with the Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030.

HMC believes in excellence in healthcare, education and research with each supporting the other to provide the safest, most effective and compassionate care to each and every one of our patients.

To meet the healthcare challenges of Qatars growing population, Hamad has transformed into a thriving and integrated Academic Health System which will make significant, positive impacts upon patient care, medical education and medical research.

In addition to three general hospitals (Al Khor Hospital, Al Wakra Hospital and The Cuban Hospital) HMC also manages five specialist hospitals (Hamad General Hospital, Rumailah Hospital, Womens Hospital, the National Center for Cancer Care and Research and Heart Hospital) which look after patients with the most prevalent conditions, including cancer, heart conditions, rehabilitation, and providing specialist treatment for women and children.