Manager – Research Capability Building

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for strengthening research capability across Fakeeh Care Group (FCG). It focuses on building research policies, procedures, training initiatives, and partnerships, while also supporting disease registries, grant-related training, and accreditation-related activities. The position contributes to research excellence by developing talent, refining processes, and encouraging collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the strategic direction for the Research Capability Building Unit (RCBU), including creating SOPs and the supporting infrastructure needed to meet ICH-GCP and regulatory standards.
• Develop medical research policies, IRB guidance, and criteria for scientific review, along with support guidelines for medical writing. Help embed these policies throughout FCG.
• Create and maintain policies needed for registration and accreditation with SNIH, RDIA, and international organizations such as AAHRPP. Manage biobanking systems and disease registries.
• Encourage cooperation across FCG departments and with external partners. Represent FCG in national and international collaborations and support multi-site research initiatives.
• Evaluate research capability gaps, design training programs, and expand the number of qualified Principal Investigators. Work with HCM and Fakeeh Academy on career development, recognition, and compensation structures.
• Keep RCBU, IRB, and CFGO aligned through regular communication. Build internal and external communication plans that increase awareness of research activities and initiatives.
• Lead special initiatives such as grant-linked training, disease registries, biobanking projects, volunteer research assistant programs, and proposals for research management systems.
• Support post-trial work by assisting with manuscript development and presentation of study findings.
• Perform any additional responsibilities that fall within the role’s scope.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in clinical trial management, including exposure to CRO environments and operational leadership responsibilities.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Clinical Research Administration, Nursing, Public Health, Science, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong command of English is required; Arabic skills are preferred.
• Clinical trial management certification such as SOCRA or ACRP is considered an advantage.