Research Clinicians (X2 - Wits Rhi)

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health research institute in Gauteng seeks a Research Clinician to manage clinical trials and ensure compliance with health protocols. Candidates must possess an MBChB and a Public Health Higher Degree, along with a minimum of 4 years of research management experience. The role involves project management, quality assurance, and data analysis within a dynamic research environment. Opportunities for professional development and training are provided.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Training in clinical procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ research experience including management of research projects.
• Professional body registration with HPCSA or equivalent.
• Membership in committees in the Public Health domain is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the clinical trial ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews.
• Prepare progress reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Clinical assessments

Data analysis

Communication

Education

MBChB with a Public Health Higher Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis software

Job description

Background :

• The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges
• It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health, and vaccinology

Main purpose of the job :

To be the Research Clinician / Investigator in a clinical trial

Location

Wits RHI – 22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Johannesburg

Key performance areas :

Project manage the clinical trial, ensuring efficiency and compliance to protocol, regulatory authorities and sponsors

Demonstrate leadership and commitment to excellence by ensuring that protocol and performance targets are met

Conduct clinical assessments, treatment and / or referral of participants who participate in the study

Record observations in source notes, patient logs and Case Report Forms (CRFs) in accordance with study specific procedures manual and protocol

Maintain oversight of referral systems via direct interaction and assist in the establishment of Memoranda of understanding (MOUs) as required by the study protocol / s

Contribute to the development and review of clinical standard operating procedures as needed

Assess and report adverse events in accordance with the protocol

Conduct regular quality assurance reviews

Monitor the progress of research project; Produce weekly / monthly progress reports; Contribute to writing research and funding proposals

Stay abreast with relevant research findings

Obtain ethical approval from relevant regulatory bodies

Ensure that study is implemented in accordance with protocol and relevant good clinical practice and ethical guidelines

Liaise with the laboratory regarding the interpretation of diagnostic test results

Write progress reports to stakeholders including networks and funders

Conduct data analysis and write up results

Disseminate research findings internally and externally as required

Participate in discussions regarding the future direction of research strategies

Participate in advisory committees

Peer review of journal articles

Attend to all staffing requirements and administration

Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations

Train staff in clinical procedures and maintain oversight of nursing staff

Ensure the smooth functioning of the project team and promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information

Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments

Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action

Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation

Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information

Required minimum education and training :

MBChB with a Public Health Higher Degree

Professional body registration

HPCSA or equivalent

Required minimum work experience :

Minimum 4 years’ research experience which includes management of research projects, especially network clinical trials and leading site research teams

Membership of Professional / School / Faculty / Department

Committees and / or taking leadership roles in the Public Health domain within the Public or NGO sectors

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities :

Master’s Degree or Progress towards a Master’s Degree in a research field is highly desirable.

Certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Experience in public health will be an advantage

Experience in implementing independent projects

Familiarity with data analysis software

Ordered, systematic and analytical in approach to research

Tactful, respectful, and non-judgment

Good administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Assertive, confident and adaptable

Able to show proof of publication records and conference presentations

TO APPLY :

Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV

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Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position

Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates

Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful

Closing date : 22 July 2025

Note : No CV will be accepted after the closing date

Please note :

WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto

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