DEVELOP A JOB SPECIFICATION FOR A RESEARCH ASSISTANT WHO WORKS

IN MEDICAL INSTITUTION. (20Mks).

JOB DESCRIPTION
1. JOB TITLE
MEDICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT.
2. JOB PURPOSE
i) To manage clinical researchers by generating and reconciling inquiries for the
investigation process.
ii) To render clinical support for the execution of projects in the accordance with the
standard operating procedures.
iii) To create, maintain and update trial management documents.
iv) Research assistant ensure that ethical procedures are strictly followed in the course of
executing clinical trials.
3. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
i) To create research plan budget that outlines the places, areas, time and the expenses that
are involved in carrying out the research.
ii) Research assistant identify relevant potential participants educate them on the research
procedures and the possible dangers to get them.
iii) To design tools and models for clinical trials in order to obtain valid results.
iv) Research assistant keep records of clinical researchers in files and computer systems and
also to take notes of successful procedures and to treat research programmes with
confidentiality.
v) To comply with procedures for the infection control in the medical institution to avoid
destroying research materials unknowingly.
vi) Prepare documents for the participants’ consent and ensure they are signed and delivered
to right channels for proper documentation. Also they should ensure all research files are
properly secured.
vii) Research assistant should enforce preventive maintenance techniques to preserve
specimens and tools.
viii) To supervise research activities and provide support to the team members by
sending them reminders of vital information and to facilitate communication between
members of the team so that to ensure there is uniformly in execution of procedures.
ix) Research assistant is responsible in evaluating research observations methods for
efficiency and thus make recommendations for improvement to ensure generalization of
results.
4. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS.
i) A research assistant should have a degree in health related in medicine and also a medical
technician certificate can be used instead for qualifications.
ii) Experience working in clinical trials that has been attained through Bachelor of Science
degree program.
iii) High thinking capacity in order to identify most effective solutions to clinical issues.
iv) Should be goal oriented to work tirelessly towards achieving research goals despite the
challenges.
v) Must observe time in order to produce research results within a given time so as to ensure
there is enhancement in productivity.
vi) Should have good communication skills to maintain order in compiling research data for
testing and presentation.
5. WORKING CONDITIONS
i) A research assistant should have a well-equipped office with sufficient research tools for
example a computer and a stable internet.
ii) Should have standard protective kits to avoid contraction of various communicable
diseases in a medical environment.
iii) The working schedule should be from 8. Am to 4.00pm in the evening only on weekdays.
iv) Should be given the necessary travelling allowances when conducting the field research.
v) Should be entitled to an annual one month leave.
2. DEVELOP AN INDUCTION PROGRAMME FOR ANEWLY APPOINTED CEO OF
MEDIA COMPANY (10marks).
Issue Activity With whom When
Welcome Welcoming and introducing to the board CEO At appointment
of media company
Governance - Explanation of functions and CEO At appointment
services.
- History of organization.
- Vision and mission
- Ethics, values and philosophy
- Board and committee structure
- Departmental structure and
hierarchy.
- Glossary of media company
- Specific terms

Internal relationship - Introduction to senior staff and CEO At an

outline of each functional area of
appointment.
the media company.
Governance - Training needs analysis CEO At appointment
- Initial discussion
- Outline of review process or the
appraisal
Strategic planning - Give copy of strategic plan of CEO At appointment
media company
Governance - Provide policies and procedures CEO At appointment
of the media company.
- Expenses of company
- Risk policy
- Code of conduct
Governance - Give copies of relevant meeting CEO At appointment
notes
- To schedule dates board meetings
of media company.
- Give copy of board manual
- Constitution document
What it is involved in an induction programme.
1. To welcome the new board member and introducing them to board team.
2. An introduction to the strategic plan and financial position of the organization.
3. Meeting with the key stakeholders where necessary.
4. An introduction to the governance arrangements that are in place.
5. Regular reviews with the chair in order to check understanding to identify issues and also
to encourage development.