Pharmacist

University Of Cape Town Lung Institute; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cape Town Lung Institute is seeking a pharmacist to support its Research Pharmacy, ensuring safe, accurate and compliant handling of investigational products within clinical trials. This role is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, based in Khayelitsha, Cape Town.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of trial experience, B.Pharm, SAPC registration, and valid GCP and HSP certificates. Join a dedicated team advancing clinical research with rigorous standards.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ relevant clinical trial experience.
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.).
• Registered with the SAPC.
• Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate.
• Human Subjects Protection (HSP) certificate.
• Professional Indemnity cover.
• Knowledge of Pharmacy Acts.

Responsibilities

• Manage investigational products from receipt to dispensing and return.
• Ensure safe and compliant storage of study medication.
• Dispense medication according to study protocols.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation.
• Monitor stock levels, expiry dates and storage conditions.
• Support pharmacy regulatory and clinical trial compliance.
• Assist with participant randomisation and blinding procedures.
• Maintain pharmacy equipment and calibration records.
• Support audits and address pharmacy-related findings.
• Provide pharmacy-related training to relevant staff.
• Liaise with research teams and study stakeholders.
• Attend relevant meetings and training.

Skills

Clinical trial experience

GCP certificate

HSP certificate

SAPC registration

Professional Indemnity cover

Knowledge of Pharmacy Acts

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)

Job description

Are you passionate about pharmacy and clinical research? This role offers the opportunity to work within a research pharmacy and support the delivery of high-quality clinical trials. The UCT Lung Institute is looking for a pharmacist to support the day-to-day operation of the Research Pharmacy and ensure the safe, accurate and compliant management of investigational products in accordance with applicable pharmacy and clinical trial requirements. This role is offered under the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s own employment terms and conditions, which are separate from UCT conditions of service.

What you bring:

• 1–2 years’ relevant clinical trial experience.
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate.
• Human Subjects Protection (HSP) certificate.
• Professional Indemnity cover.
• Knowledge of Pharmacy Acts

Step into an opportunity where your pharmacy skills will be valued in a specialised research environment.

What you’ll own:

• Manage investigational products from receipt to dispensing and return.
• Ensure safe and compliant storage of study medication.
• Dispense medication according to study protocols.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation.
• Monitor stock levels, expiry dates and storage conditions.
• Support pharmacy regulatory and clinical trial compliance.
• Assist with participant randomisation and blinding procedures.
• Maintain pharmacy equipment and calibration records.
• Support audits and address pharmacy-related findings.
• Provide pharmacy-related training to relevant staff.
• Liaise with research teams and study stakeholders.
• Attend relevant meetings and training.
• Perform other research-related duties as required.
• Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
• Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
• Based in Khayelitsha, Cape Town

Take the next step in your pharmacy career and contribute to research that has the potential to make a real difference.

Closing Date: 23 September 2026

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY STATEMENT We are committed to equitable employment practices and diversity in the workplace. Appointments will be made in accordance with the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s Employment Equity Plan.

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