Research Assistant

Job DescriptionA Research Assistant position is available in the Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University with Dr Adnan Agha. The successful candidate will be engaged in a clinical research project focusing on investigating the presence and features of Monogenic Diabetes. The position is for an enthusiastic young clinician/scientist with interest in clinical research who can work with patients with minimal supervision. The successful candidate should be a clinical/medical graduate/doctor with clinical experience (having completed internship). The candidate should have good knowledge and experience in clinical research especially diabetes and genetics of monogenic diabetes and be well versed in lab technique and PCR. Primary responsibilities include the design and performance of clinical research as well as taking blood samples and performing PCR sequencing and lab based tests. Additional duties include preparing and maintaining detailed records, logs and summary reports of all research findings using appropriate software, and performing other job‑related duties, as required. The working hours are during the week including evening shifts.Minimum QualificationDoctor/medical practitionerPreferred QualificationMaster/MSc in Medical Research/clinical genetics and related fieldsExpected SkillsGood Clinical Practice certificateMasters in clinical specialty/research and genetic experience (preferred)HAAD license as healthcare professional (desirable)Previous experience working in a clinical project (required)Previous publication in a peer‑reviewed journal (desired)Special Instructions to ApplicantInclude curriculum vitae, brief summary of research experience, and names of three current refereesSalary Range6,000 to 9,000 AED based on experience plus insurance (personal only/not family)Closing Date30/04/2026#J-18808-Ljbffr