Officer - Research

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Research Officer to coordinate and oversee hospital research activities, supporting staff from initial study planning through to publication. This role will promote high-quality, ethical research and ensure compliance with ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and applicable UAE regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Guide researchers in developing research objectives, hypotheses, methodologies, study protocols, and ethics committee submissions.
• Review research proposals, assess feasibility, and monitor study progress, timelines, and compliance.
• Support clinical trials and coordinate multicentre studies and collaborations with universities and hospitals.
• Maintain research records, regulatory documents, and study databases, ensuring confidentiality, data integrity, and participant safety.
• Support researchers in preparing findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentation at conferences.
• Develop and update research policies and procedures and support audit preparation.
• Organize and deliver research lectures, workshops, and training sessions.
• Prepare periodic research activity reports and provide support to the CMO Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing research activities, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Experience in research proposal review, grant writing, and statistical analysis is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience using statistical software is preferred.
• A background in medical licensing processes is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.