Full-Time
The Clinical Research Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and managing clinical research projects across MBZUAI’s research portfolio, with a focus on neurotechnology, biomedical engineering, and medical device applications. The role requires strong project management expertise, knowledge of clinical research regulations, and hands-on experience working with clinical sites in the UAE. The Project Manager will serve as the central coordinator between investigators, clinical partners, sponsors, regulatory authorities, and research teams to ensure timely, compliant, and impactful delivery of clinical projects.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution:
– Lead the planning and execution of clinical research projects in neuro/bio-engineering, AI-driven health technologies, and medical devices.
– Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and risk management frameworks.
– Prepare regulatory submissions, ethics/IRB approvals, in compliance with UAE Ministry regulatory bodies (MOHAP, DOH) and international standards (ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA).
– Ensure all studies are conducted in alignment with MBZUAI’s research governance and compliance policies.
Clinical Site Management:
– Establish and manage relationships with UAE hospitals, clinics, and partner research institutions.
– Coordinate site initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.
– Ensure that clinical sites adhere to approved protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
– Provide training and ongoing support for investigators and site coordinators.
Stakeholder Coordination:
– Act as the primary liaison between MBZUAI investigators, clinical collaborators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory authorities.
– Facilitate communication between multidisciplinary teams (AI engineers, clinicians, biomedical researchers, data scientists).
– Prepare regular progress reports, risk assessments, and updates for leadership and sponsors.
Data Management & Reporting:
– Oversee data collection, management, and integrity across sites.
– Collaborate with data management and biostatistics teams to ensure accurate analysis and reporting.
– Coordinate and prepare IRB submissions and regulatory documentation.
Compliance & Quality Assurance:
– Monitor adherence to GCP, ethical guidelines, and UAE regulations governing clinical trials.
– Conduct internal audits and support external inspections.
– Manage adverse event reporting and safety monitoring in coordination with clinical investigators.
Professional Experience Required
Essential
– Minimum 7–10 years of experience in clinical research project management, with emphasis on medical devices, neuro/bio-engineering, or digital health trials.
– Proven experience managing UAE clinical sites and navigating local regulatory requirements.
– Strong knowledge of international clinical research standards (ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA, ISO 14155).
– Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
– Ability to work effectively across cultures and multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred
– Professional certification in clinical research/project management (e.g., PMP, ACRP, SOCRA)
Academic Qualification
– Master’s degree in Neuroengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Research, or related medical/engineering field.
– MD/PhD in a related field will be strongly preferred.
