14 Clinical Trials jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Registered Nurse - Clinical Research Coordinator (RN-CRC) role at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC. The RN-CRC is accountable for managing and/or participating in all phases of the research process, supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and the continuum of care to meet the needs of the research participant and family, advocates for human subject rights, and coordinates participant/family education in the clinical research setting. Work is primarily self-directed with guidance from staff physicians and/or principal investigators. The RN-CRC participates in organizing and monitoring protocols, staff education in protocol areas, and coordinates study data collection, storage, retrieval, and related procedures to comply with local and international regulatory laws and institutional guidelines.

• Collects and reviews health data in a comprehensive and systematic format by assessing, observing, and evaluating a patient/family based on established guidelines and protocols.
• Assesses patient/family educational needs and readiness to learn, considering age-related factors and using appropriate resources.
• Uses communication techniques appropriate to the patient/family’s age and abilities.
• Interprets assessment data to reflect the patient’s status and documents relevant data in a retrievable form.
• Develops and documents the plan of care, including continuity of care with the patient, family, and health team members.
• Implements the plan of care in collaboration with the health care team and conducts patient and family teaching consistently.
• Performs treatments and procedures according to research protocol guidelines and maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment.
• Applies asepsis and infection control principles; documents actions, outcomes, and future plans.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient progress toward research outcomes and involves the patient, family, and health care team in the evaluation process.
• Makes ethical decisions and acts as a patient advocate, respecting privacy, dignity, personal preferences, and culture.
• Reviews protocol, develops budget justifications, determines feasibility, and interfaces with investigators and sponsors to initiate protocol and draft budgets.
• Develops and conducts training for staff responsible for non-nursing protocol procedures and participates in study meetings as required.
• Develops effective screening tools and patient eligibility processes and coordinates recruitment activities according to approved procedures.
• Ensures protocol compliance, reports adverse events to IRB and principal investigator/sponsor, and maintains accurate documentation and drug/device accountability as required.

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program; current Registered Nurse (RN) license; Basic Life Support (BLS) competency; minimum of two years RN experience in ambulatory and/or acute care settings.
• Desirable: Certification from an accredited body (e.g., ACRP or SOCRA) is strongly preferred.
• Required: Extensive knowledge of research study design, development, disease processes, and at least three years of related research experience in a healthcare institution; at least four years of experience as a registered nurse.
• Desirable: More than five years of experience in clinical research and conducting clinical trials.
  

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Assistant to join our team for a one-year tenure. This role will be based in the Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University.

The successful candidate will be engaged in medical and biomedical projects that include Neurosurgery, Clinical Anatomy, Histology, and Applied Physiology. The position is ideal for an enthusiastic young medical professional who can work with minimal supervision.

• Responsibilities:
• Conducting animal experimental research (experiments will be performed on rodents).
• Handling medical literature searches.
• Analyzing data using appropriate software.
• Performing other job-related duties as required.

Key requirements for this position include:

• MBBS/MD degree with a very good academic record.
• Previous experience in animal handling and medical literature review.
• Passing a Step 1 USMLE exam is preferable.

Benefits of this position include:

• A competitive salary.
• Health insurance coverage.

Application instructions include:

Applications should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a copy of the official transcript, and a brief summary of previous research and clinical experience.

Join to apply for the Medical Research Specialist I role at United Arab Emirates University, Department of Family Medicine .

This is a technical position involving a variety of tasks in a cancer research project. The role requires an intuitive team player reporting to the investigator, with foresight, high motivation, and strong problem-solving and time management skills. The applicant will assist students in research experiments by providing technical support and training.

• Experimental Research & Data Analysis: Conduct experiments, perform statistical analysis of data, and contribute to the interpretation, oral presentation, and written communication of research findings.
• Training & Supervision: Assist in the training and supervision of graduate and undergraduate students, ensuring they acquire technical and research skills.
• Laboratory Management & Organization: Oversee the PI's laboratory operations, including inventory management and procurement of laboratory supplies and consumables.
• Technical Development & Equipment Maintenance: Responsible for the technical development, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Laboratory Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to best practices and safety protocols in the laboratory to maintain a secure research environment.
• Animal Research & Handling: Maintain a nude mice colony and independently perform animal experiments, including minor surgical procedures, injections, and collection of blood and organs. Conduct chick embryo chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) tumor growth assays.
• Cell Culture & Functional Assays: Perform experiments involving tissue culture and related assays, including cell viability, proliferation, apoptosis, migration, invasion, angiogenesis, and colony growth assays.
• Molecular & Biochemical Techniques: Conduct general biochemistry and molecular biology experiments, such as RNA extraction, PCR, Western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and ELISA.

• Minimum Qualification: Master's degree in a relevant biomedical discipline.
• Preferred Qualification: Master's degree in a relevant biomedical discipline.

• Experience in cancer biology techniques such as colony formation, cancer cell proliferation, migration, and invasion.
• Knowledge in angiogenesis assays such as tubule formation and sprouting.
• Knowledge of chick embryo chorioallantoic membrane tumor growth and metastasis models.
• Animal handling and tumor xenograft implantation is required.
• Knowledge in hematology and serology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, GraphPad Prism for statistical analysis, and reference management software (EndNote, Mendeley, or Zotero).
• Communication skills and proficiency in English.

Close Date: Please apply before the closing date of 11/09/2025.

Join to apply for the Medical Research Specialist I role at United Arab Emirates University, Department of Family Medicine.

This is a technical position involving a variety of tasks in a cancer research project. The role requires an intuitive team player reporting to the investigator, with foresight, high motivation, and strong problem-solving and time management skills. The applicant will assist students in research experiments by providing technical support and training.

• Experimental Research & Data Analysis: Conduct experiments, perform statistical analysis of data, and contribute to the interpretation, oral presentation, and written communication of research findings.
• Training & Supervision: Assist in the training and supervision of graduate and undergraduate students, ensuring they acquire technical and research skills.
• Laboratory Management & Organization: Oversee the PI’s laboratory operations, including inventory management and procurement of laboratory supplies and consumables.
• Technical Development & Equipment Maintenance: Responsible for the technical development, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Laboratory Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to best practices and safety protocols in the laboratory to maintain a secure research environment.
• Animal Research & Handling: Maintain a nude mice colony and independently perform animal experiments, including minor surgical procedures, injections, and collection of blood and organs. Conduct chick embryo chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) tumor growth assays.
• Cell Culture & Functional Assays: Perform experiments involving tissue culture and related assays, including cell viability, proliferation, apoptosis, migration, invasion, angiogenesis, and colony growth assays.
• Molecular & Biochemical Techniques: Conduct general biochemistry and molecular biology experiments, such as RNA extraction, PCR, Western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and ELISA.

• Minimum Qualification: Master’s degree in a relevant biomedical discipline.
• Preferred Qualification: Master’s degree in a relevant biomedical discipline.

• Experience in cancer biology techniques such as colony formation, cancer cell proliferation, migration, and invasion.
• Knowledge in angiogenesis assays such as tubule formation and sprouting.
• Knowledge of chick embryo chorioallantoic membrane tumor growth and metastasis models.
• Animal handling and tumor xenograft implantation is required.
• Knowledge in hematology and serology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, GraphPad Prism for statistical analysis, and reference management software (EndNote, Mendeley, or Zotero).
• Communication skills and proficiency in English.

Close Date: Please apply before the closing date of 11/09/2025.

We're seeking a pioneering Data Science Researcher to lead high-impact research initiatives and drive forward new ideas.

As a key member of our international team, you'll collaborate with top-tier experts in a culture that values curiosity, autonomy, and innovation.

The ideal candidate will thrive in research-heavy environments, pushing the boundaries of applied machine learning – especially in the context of medical and clinical data.

Requirements :

• Exceptional analytical and statistical skills, comfortable with uncertainty, inference, and experimentation;
• Strong background in different areas of ML (traditional classification and regression techniques, recommender systems, text data, clustering, etc.);
• Solid experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow;
• Excellent Python skills – ability to build clean, testable, production-ready code;
• Familiarity with medical or life science data is a strong plus;
• Expertise in SQL, Pandas, Scikit-learn, and modern data workflows;
• Comfortable working in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments.

Bonus points for experience with :

• State-of-the-art NLP models, Transformers, Agentic Approaches for mixed (temporal and text) data analysis and summarization;
• Experience with pipeline orchestration tools like Airflow, Argo, etc.;
• Proven Experience with Anomaly Detection and Forecasting with explainability for temporal and mixed data;
• Intermediate+ English – ability to participate in written discussions with international teams and clients.

Benefits :

• Collaborate with experts on meaningful challenges with long-term value for public health and healthcare quality;
• Work in a fully remote-friendly setup with flexibility and trust at the core;
• Join a mission-driven team working at the intersection of data, medicine, and impact.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Advanced Radiologic Technologist to join our team as an Instructor. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical imaging research and a passion for teaching.

• Responsibilities:

1. Teaching & Training:
• Develop and deliver courses in advanced medical imaging research methodologies.
• Train students in MRI techniques and AI diagnostics.
• Supervise students in imaging research projects.
2. Research & Technical Support:
• Operate and optimize MRI protocols.
• Assist in AI-driven imaging research.
• Ensure compliance with international imaging standards.
3. Industry & Clinical Research Collaboration:
• Support clinical trials in various fields.
• Collaborate with healthcare institutions to advance research.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Sciences or a related field.
• Professional MRI certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional certifications and experience in MRI imaging.
• Knowledge of patient safety protocols.
• Active HAD license.

Expected Skills:

• Proficiency in MRI research protocols.
• Experience in clinical research and industry collaborations.
• Graduate or professional teaching experience.

Market Intelligence Specialist

We are seeking a talented Market Intelligence Specialist to support our Marketing Department with a focus on Business Development. The primary objective of this role is to provide market-driven evaluations that guide decisions on new product registrations, helping to expand our pharmaceutical portfolio in the UAE.

This includes assessing proposals from Market Authorization Holders (MAHs) and proactively identifying new products for registration.

Key Responsibilities:

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The job holder is responsible to coordinate and conduct clinical research trials, ensuring the safety and well-being of study participants while maintaining the integrity of study data. This role involves direct patient care, data collection, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in clinical facilities and clinical trial units.

Core Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Coordination:

• Assist in the execution of clinical trial protocols, including the identification of eligibility criteria and setting up study procedures.

• Recruit and screen potential study participants, obtain informed consent, and assess eligibility based on study criteria.

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to study participants, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing study-related interventions.

• Collect, record, and maintain accurate patient data according to study protocols and regulatory requirements, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

• Coordinate the collection, processing, and shipment of biological samples as required by the study protocol.

Compliance and Regulatory:

• Ensure adherence to clinical trial protocols and regulatory requirements, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.

• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of all study-related activities, including patient interactions, data collection, and adverse event reporting.

• Prepare for and support internal and external audits by maintaining organized and compliant study records.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Serve as the primary contact for study participants, answering questions and addressing concerns throughout the trial period.

• Collaborate with principal investigators, research staff, and clinicians to ensure the successful execution and completion of clinical trials.

Patient Education and Support:

• Educate study participants and their families about the clinical trial process, study procedures, and potential risks and benefits.

• Provide emotional and psychological support to participants, ensuring a patient-centered approach and addressing any concerns.

Quality Assurance:

• Monitor adherence to study protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.

• Identify areas for process improvement to enhance study quality and efficiency.

Training and Mentorship:

• Train and mentor research staff in clinical trial procedures and best practices.

• Participate in educational sessions and seminars to stay current with developments in clinical research and nursing practices.

Educational Requirements:

• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) or related advanced program.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).

• Licensed to practice nursing and able to perform basic procedures including collecting, handling and processing samples

Overall Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience and clinical research or clinical trial nursing, preferably within research institution or hospital setting.

• Direct clinical care experience, including patient assessment, medication administration, and monitoring.

• Experience with clinical research protocols, patient recruitment, data collection, and regulatory compliance.

• Knowledge of GCP guidelines and experience with IRB submissions and clinical trial auditing.

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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• Conduct feasibility studies and site qualification assessments.
• Support study setup, including regulatory submissions and documentation.
• Manage regulatory compliance and maintain essential study records.
• Perform monitoring visits, review protocol deviations, and report adverse events.
• Ensure data integrity and adherence to GCP.
• Provide timely updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee study site closure and final documentation.

Education:Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences.

Experience:4–6 years in clinical research, with direct involvement in at least five interventional clinical trials.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong organizational, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, particularly in cross-cultural environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Demonstrated ability to lead, document thoroughly, and work effectively in a matrixed structure.