Clinical Research Officer
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Job Description
Post: Clinical Research Officer
Organization: Global Clinical Research (GCR)
Location: Kathmandu, Nepal (with national & international coordination)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Principal Investigator (PI) / Project Lead, Managing Director (MD)
Works closely with: Research Scientists, Biostatisticians, Institutional and External Collaborators
About Global Clinical Research (GCR)
Global Clinical Research (GCR) is a Nepal-based Clinical Research Organization (CRO) committed to conducting ethical, high-quality clinical research in compliance with national and international regulatory standards. GCR aims to collaborate with sponsors, investigators, hospitals, and academic institutions to advance clinical trials, vaccine research, and public health innovation in Nepal and the South Asian region.
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Officer (Mid-Level) will play a substantive role in the design, implementation, coordination, and reporting of clinical and epidemiological research activities within the GCR portfolio. The position emphasizes applied and academic research, including protocol development, ethical compliance, data coordination, scientific writing, and research dissemination.
The role also contributes meaningfully to grant proposal development and peer-reviewed publications, operating with moderate autonomy under the guidance of the Principal Investigator or Project Lead. This position is suited to a research professional with demonstrated experience in clinical research execution and academic writing but who is not yet operating at a senior or independent investigator level.
Key Responsibilities
1. Research Implementation and Coordination
Coordinate and support clinical and epidemiological research projects under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or Project Lead. Support day-to-day research operations, timelines, and deliverables across assigned studies. Liaise with internal teams and external institutional collaborators to ensure smooth implementation of research activities. Monitor study progress and contribute to routine reporting on milestones and outputs.
2. Study Design and Ethical Compliance
Contribute to research study design and development of clinical and epidemiological protocols. Prepare and support submissions for ethical review (IRB/REC), amendments, and continuing reviews. Ensure compliance with research ethics guidelines, institutional policies, and international standards of scientific integrity.
3. Data Management and Analysis Support
Support data collection processes, data quality checks, and data management activities in collaboration with research and data teams. Participate in preliminary statistical analyses and data interpretation under guidance from biostatisticians. Assist in the preparation of analysis plans, tables, and summaries for reporting and publication.
4. Scientific Writing and Dissemination
Conduct systematic and narrative literature reviews to support study design, grant writing, and manuscript preparation. Draft and contribute to manuscripts, abstracts, technical reports, and policy briefs for peer-reviewed journals and other dissemination platforms. Support preparation of presentations, posters, and reports for conferences, stakeholder meetings, and academic forums.
5. Grant and Proposal Development
Support development of research grant proposals, including background sections, literature synthesis, and methodology drafting. Assist with the preparation of supporting documentation required for grant submissions. Contribute to donor reports and research outputs linked to funded projects.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Health, Global Health, Clinical Research, Epidemiology or Biostatistics.Professional or early-career research exposure in clinical, public health, or epidemiological settings through academic coursework, internships, research assistantships, or volunteer research roles.
Desired Skills and Competencies
Strong academic writing and literature review skills. Working knowledge of clinical and epidemiological research methodologies. Familiarity with research ethics principles and ethical review processes (IRB/IRC), data management systems and basic statistical concepts. Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and multi-institutional teams. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and adherence to research timelines. Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
What We Offer
Opportunity to play a foundational role in a growing CRO. Exposure to national and international clinical research projects and professionals. Career growth and leadership development opportunities. Competitive compensation (based on experience and qualifications).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit application with the following documents to: info@gcrcro.com by Feb 05, 2026.
Subject line: Application for Clinical Research Office Position
Required documents:
Updated CV Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and motivation to work in clinical research.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
GCR is committed to ethical research, diversity, and equal opportunity employment.
Overview
| Category | Research Officer |
| Openings | 1 |
| Salary | Based on experience |
| Position Type | Full Time, Contract |
| Position Level | Mid Level, Entry-level |
| Experience | Fresh Graduate, 1+ years, At least One year in relevant field, 2 Years, 2 years of experience is an advantage |
| Posted Date | 20 Jan, 2026 |
| Apply Before | 05 Feb, 2026 |
| City | Kathmandu |
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