Clinical Research Coordinator (Ophthalmology), Singapore

Purpose The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) comprises an integral part of the research team. Working under the direction of the clinical Principal Investigator (Pl). He/she is responsible for conducting the study in accordance with research GCP andhospital regulations. The CRCsupports, facilitates and coordinates the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study.
The clinical research coordinator reports the Principal Investigator and Research Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities Oversee the planning, scheduling and carrying out of day-to-day clinical activities and procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and adequate care and treatment of research subjects Ensures that all clinical activities are carried out in accordance with established research protocol and standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedural requirements. E.g. SG-GCP. Maintaining Investigator Site Files (ISF). Oversees and tabulates the expenses incurred for the study as budgeted. Oversees and coordinates the recruitment, study screening, study follow up visits, and study treatment of patient research subjects; coordinates services with other internal departments and allied service agencies. Coordinates, plans and implements clinical protocol for the study; monitors study activities and prepares as primary point of liaison and coordination between investigators, ancillary departments, research subjects, sponsoring organisations and/or regulating bodies. Provides and coordinates direct nursing evaluation and/or other related care and consultation to patients as required. Perform routine procedures such as vision testing, obtaining patients histories, changing eye dressings and administering eye medications. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by supervisor. Cooperates with sponsoring agency compliance and monitoring efforts related to clinical trial participant protection and reports any adverse events to NUHS Research Office Collaborates with Pl and institution to respond to any audit findings and implement approved recommendations. Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and auditing visits. Support Other Research events
Job Specification/Requirements Candidate should have previous experience interacting with patients eg. Previous nurse or patient care coordinator Diploma in Science or Nursing would be an advantage Optometry to eye related background would be an advantage Prior relevant experience would be an advantage Knowledge of MS Office software Bilingual and/or knowledge of local dialects desired