Research Nurse

University Of Cape Town Lung Institute; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Cape Town is seeking a Research Nurse to manage clinical study participants and perform delegated study procedures. The ideal candidate will hold a Nursing certificate and have experience in clinical research. The role is contract-based, requiring 40 hours per week, and involves collaboration in clinical settings. Strong communication skills and fluency in English are essential. Come join a team dedicated to advancing research in Allergies and Immunology.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in paediatrics is advantageous.
• Keen interest in research, particularly Allergy, Immunology, and Dermatology.

Responsibilities

• Management and coordination of study participants.
• Scheduling participants for clinical examination.
• Perform delegated study procedures including vital signs and ECGs.
• Maintain participant records and manage relevant study logs.
• Assist with duties in the Allergy Clinic.

Skills

Certificate / Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

2 - 5 years experience in clinical research

Fluency in English and a second language

Good Clinical Practice Certification

Computer Literacy

Excellent communication skills

Education

Certificate / Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Job description

Minimum Requirements :

• Certificate / Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
• 2 - 5 years experience in clinical research on multiple projects
• Prior working experience in Paediatrics (or baby clinic)
• Good Clinical Practice Certification (advantageous)
• Keen interest in Research (particularly Allergy, Immunology and Dermatology)
• Computer Literacy (proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic Data Management systems, email, internet)
• Valid Drivers License (essential)
• Fluency in English and a second language (Afrikaans and / or isiXhosa)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organisational and time management skills

Responsibilities include (but not limited to) :

• Management / Co-ordination of study participants
• Screen participants for inclusion into studies using specified inclusion criteria
• Scheduling of participants for clinical examination and follow up (telephone and community visits)
• Perform all delegated study procedures, i.e. vital signs, electrocardiographys (ECGs), collect laboratory and pharmacokinetic (PK) biological specimens
• Prepare laboratory specimens for shipping or transporting to laboratory
• Management of participant records : maintain, retrieve and file according to study visits. This includes laboratory and procedure results
• Maintain applicable study logs (screening, enrolment, participant confidential identification log, AE tracking, etc.)
• Oversee all trial related activities for sites at both UCT Lung institute and Tertiary Cape hospitals where the unit operations
• Interface with non-study routine clinical and nursing staff in hospitals
• Study-related data capture and management
• Perform phlebotomy procedures and insertion of peripheral IV lines (if a nursing applicant)
• Assist with clinic duties in the Allergy Clinic

Additional Information :

• Contract Based
• Working hours : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Position based in Mowbray, Cape Town

This is an open-ended advertisement, as we seek to establish a comprehensive database of potential candidates.

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for the potential Research Nurse role within our organization.

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute is committed to equity in our employment practices and reserves the right not to appoint.

The selection process will be guided by the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the University of Cape Town Lung Institute (Pty) Ltd

POPIA STATEMENT

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Please Note : This Position is not on UCT Conditions of Service.