Clinical Trial Coordinator
Pharmaceuticals IndustryDubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Principal Investigator in reviewing the study protocol, preparing essential regulatory documents, and coordinating with ethics committees for study approvals.
- Advertising the study ethically, explaining study procedures to potential participants, checking eligibility criteria, and scheduling screening visits.
- Explain the study’s risks and benefits, answer participants’ questions, and properly document consent.
- Schedule and conduct study visits, coordinate with physicians, pharmacists, and labs, and monitor participants for adverse events.
- Recording data in the electronic case report form or eCRF, ensuring source documentation matches eCRF entries, and handling queries raised by data managers.
- Identifying adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs), reporting safety events within required timelines, and maintaining communication with the PI about participant safety.
- Updating delegation logs, ensuring protocol amendments are implemented, and handling audits and monitoring visits.
Require..ments
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in clinical research or patient-facing trials is often required.
- Experience in a hospital-based research environment is highly preferred.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training certification is mandatory.
- Familiarity with UAE-specific regulations (MOHAP/DOH).
- Both written and verbal English proficiency is essential.
FAQs
What is the expected salary package for this position?
The salary packages range from AED 8,000 to AED 20,000, depending on years of experience.
After years of experience, what positions can I apply for?
By working for years and polishing your skills, you can apply for CRA, CTM, Clinical Data Manager, or Regulatory Affairs Specialist in the future.
What is the working schedule of a clinical trial coordinator in the UAE?
On average, a person needs to serve 40-48 hours per week, and the position is often office-based.
Which firms or organizations in the UAE open vacancies for this position?
An applicant can find roles in government and semi-government research centers, major private hospitals, or academic institutes.
What are other perks that workers of this role receive apart from the salary in the UAE?
The clinical trial coordinators receive 0% income tax salary, health insurance, and end-of-service gratuity.