Clinical Research Worker

University Of Cape Town Lung Institute; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health research institute in Cape Town seeks an experienced candidate to conduct informed consent processes and engage with the community for HIV/TB treatment adherence. The ideal candidate has significant experience in clinical research and counselling, along with the ability to connect with diverse communities. This role is a fixed-term contract for 6 to 12 months with a 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical research experience, including clinical trials.
• Experience with electronic consent systems and databases.
• Ability to conduct informed consent and counselling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct informed consent processes.
• Provide HIV/TB treatment adherence and counselling.
• Engage in community outreach activities.

Skills

Counselling experience

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer literacy

Community engagement

Education

Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

GCP qualification

Counselling qualification

Job description

Essential Requirements

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate or Equivalent
• Counselling qualification or counselling experience
• GCP qualification
• 5+ years of clinical research workers experience inclusive of clinical trials experience
• Experience with electronic consents and regular interfacing with e-data bases
• Ability to engage with the community and present education sessions
• Conduct informed consent
• Basic computer literacy
• Interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Conducting Informed consent Process
• HIV / TB treatment adherence and TB Counselling
• Active participation in patient information sessions
• Telephone contact and tracing
• Lead and conduct the consenting process, including literacy and understanding assessments, use of the specified electronic consenting system, and provision of HI consenting and counselling
• Conduct daily research information sessions in waiting areas and community hotspots, and engage in community outreach through liaison with the local advisory group, health promotion sessions, and participation in community event
• Provide counselling and testing referrals as needed, along with home visits, participant tracing, and remote follow-ups via telephone in line with study protocols
• Retrieve and prepare clinic folders, file laboratory reports, and ensure readiness for daily study activities
• Respond to data queries, assist with data entry and reception duties, and update the data capture system
• Prepare study folders in advance to support smooth daily operations
• Collect all biological samples in accordance with study protocols and coordinate collection logistics with the research team
• Perform sputum induction and other related sample collection procedures, ensuring accurate capture of all collection details on the electronic database.

Additional Information

Position will be based in Mowbray

6 to 12-month Fixed Term Contract

Working hours : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Closing Date

20 November 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date,