17 Research Administration jobs in Saudi Arabia

Department Office of Research and Innovation

Division Office of Research

Job Family Administrative Professional

Reports to Director, Office of Research and Innovation

Location Alfaisal University - Riyadh

The Research Administration Officer is responsible for supporting the Office of Research and Innovation by managing various administrative functions related to research projects and grants. This position involves maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in ORI systems, assisting with report generation, and ensuring compliance with university policies and guidelines. The officer will also coordinate logistical arrangements for research events, monitor progress report deadlines, and facilitate communication between faculty, finance, and procurement departments. Additionally, the officer will respond to stakeholder inquiries and assist with other research-related administrative tasks as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Registers and updates research project information in ORI systems (e.g., grants management software, spreadsheets) and assists in generating reports for the Office of Research.
• Maintains accurate records for grants, research expenses, and progress reports.
• Reviews, tracks, and processes publication fee reimbursement requests submitted by faculty members, ensuring they meet university policies and guidelines.
• Communicates with faculty to request missing documents or clarifications related to publication reimbursement requests.
• Follows up with Finance and Procurement departments on matters related to research project expenditures, purchases, and processing timelines.
• Coordinates all logistical arrangements for ORI workshops, seminars, and research events.
• Prepares event-related materials such as flyers, agendas, attendance sheets, and workshop evaluations.
• Monitors deadlines for progress reports related to research grants and initiatives, and sends timely reminders to faculty, following up with principal investigators as needed.
• Flags delayed or missing progress reports for escalation to senior management when necessary.
• Tracks report approvals and maintains an up-to-date record of all submitted and pending reports.
• Regularly checks the ORI official email inbox, responds to inquiries, and sends announcements or updates to faculty and stakeholders as needed.
• Assists in the preparation and formatting of research grant proposals and supporting documentation, ensuring completeness and alignment with sponsor and institutional requirements.
• Verifies compliance with formatting guidelines, required attachments, and institutional signatures prior to submission.
• Performs all other duties in a professional, effective, and confidential manner.
• Performs all other related duties as required or assigned by manager.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Research Management, Information Management or equivalent from an accredited institute.

• Minimum of two (02) research administration, academic administration, or project coordination within a university or research-focused environment, or any other related field.

Department Office of Research and Innovation

Division Office of Research

Job Family Administrative Professional

Reports to Director, Office of Research and Innovation

Location Alfaisal University - Riyadh

The Research Administration Officer is responsible for supporting the Office of Research and Innovation by managing various administrative functions related to research projects and grants. This position involves maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in ORI systems, assisting with report generation, and ensuring compliance with university policies and guidelines. The officer will also coordinate logistical arrangements for research events, monitor progress report deadlines, and facilitate communication between faculty, finance, and procurement departments. Additionally, the officer will respond to stakeholder inquiries and assist with other research-related administrative tasks as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Registers and updates research project information in ORI systems (e.g., grants management software, spreadsheets) and assists in generating reports for the Office of Research.
• Maintains accurate records for grants, research expenses, and progress reports.
• Reviews, tracks, and processes publication fee reimbursement requests submitted by faculty members, ensuring they meet university policies and guidelines.
• Communicates with faculty to request missing documents or clarifications related to publication reimbursement requests.
• Follows up with Finance and Procurement departments on matters related to research project expenditures, purchases, and processing timelines.
• Coordinates all logistical arrangements for ORI workshops, seminars, and research events.
• Prepares event-related materials such as flyers, agendas, attendance sheets, and workshop evaluations.
• Monitors deadlines for progress reports related to research grants and initiatives, and sends timely reminders to faculty, following up with principal investigators as needed.
• Flags delayed or missing progress reports for escalation to senior management when necessary.
• Tracks report approvals and maintains an up-to-date record of all submitted and pending reports.
• Regularly checks the ORI official email inbox, responds to inquiries, and sends announcements or updates to faculty and stakeholders as needed.
• Assists in the preparation and formatting of research grant proposals and supporting documentation, ensuring completeness and alignment with sponsor and institutional requirements.
• Verifies compliance with formatting guidelines, required attachments, and institutional signatures prior to submission.
• Performs all other duties in a professional, effective, and confidential manner.
• Performs all other related duties as required or assigned by manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Research Management, Information Management or equivalent from an accredited institute.

• Minimum of two (02) research administration, academic administration, or project coordination within a university or research-focused environment, or any other related field.

Job Overview

Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions

• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.

• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.

• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.

• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.

• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.

• Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.

• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.

• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.

• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.

• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.

• Requires at least 2 years of year of on-site monitoring experience.

• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements.

• i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.

• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.

• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).

• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of Arabic and English language.

• Organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Effective time and financial management skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions

• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.
• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.
• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.
• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.
• Ensure copies / originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.
• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.
• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.
• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
• Requires at least 2 years of year of on-site monitoring experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements.
• i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of Arabic and English language.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time and financial management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

Experienced Clinical • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Experienced Clinical Research Associate Sponsor-dedicated page is loadedExperienced Clinical Research Associate Sponsor-dedicated Apply locations Riyadh, Saudi Arabia time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R1455607

Job Overview
Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions
• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.
• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.
• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.
• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.
• Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.
• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.
• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.
• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
• Requires at least 2 years of year of on-site monitoring experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements.
• i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of Arabic and English language.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time and financial management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at

Job Overview

Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions

• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.

• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.

• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.

• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.

• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.

• Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.

• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.

• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.

• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.

• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.

• Requires at least 2 years of year of on-site monitoring experience.

• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements.

• i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.

• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.

• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).

• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of Arabic and English language.

• Organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Effective time and financial management skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Job Overview
Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions
• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.
• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.
• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.
• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.
• Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.
• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.
• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.
• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
• Requires at least 2 years of year of on-site monitoring experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements.
• i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of Arabic and English language.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time and financial management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at

Experienced Clinical Research Associate Sponsor-dedicated page is loaded Experienced Clinical Research Associate Sponsor-dedicated Apply locations Riyadh, Saudi Arabia time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R1455607

Job Overview
Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions
• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.
• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.
• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.
• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.
• Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.
• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.
• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.
• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
• Requires at least 2 years of year of on-site monitoring experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements.
• i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of Arabic and English language.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time and financial management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at