Research Nurse

Ajpersonnel; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare research organization in Soweto is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to assist in research involving adults and infants. Responsibilities include conducting blood samples, data collection, and maintaining participant relationships. Applicants should have a matric qualification, be registered as an Enrolled Nurse, and possess a valid driver's license. The organization values flexibility, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently. This contract role presents an opportunity to contribute to vital health research. Closing date for applications is 16 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Some experience as an Enrolled Nurse in a clinical environment is an advantage.
• Ability to manage self and prioritize own workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research with adults and infants including blood samples.
• Liaise with clinic staff and research team.
• Maintain good working relationships with local clinic staff.

Skills

Clinical Research

Data Collection

GCP

Phlebotomy

Nursing

Education

Matric

Qualified as an Enrolled Nurse

Good Clinical Practice Certificate (GCP)

Drivers licence

Job description

Background

Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (WHC) is a wholly‑owned company of the University of the Witwatersrand Johannesburg under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides faculty with a legal framework to support academic objectives and offers a range of products and services to academics.

Main purpose of the job

Conduct research with adults and infants, including drawing blood samples, managing participants and referral, and assisting with data collection and management.

Location

DPHRU - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital Soweto.

Key performance areas

• Liaise with clinic staff and research team for efficient data collection.
• Maintain a good working relationship with local clinic staff.
• Perform study‑related duties as specified by the protocol.
• Adhere to study‑specific standard operating procedures.
• Review clinical data and complete case report forms.
• Communicate routinely with the study coordinator and principal investigator.
• File results and other study documents in the relevant assigned place.
• Ensure that study materials (printing of CRFs, etc.) are always available on site.
• Assist research team with tasks as needed.
• Assist with phlebotomy where required.
• Take blood specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner.
• Have laboratory results signed by the medical officer and file them correctly.
• Ensure all participants have informed consent forms and have completed them.

Required minimum education and training

• Matric
• Qualified as an Enrolled Nurse
• Good Clinical Practice Certificate (GCP) is an added advantage
• Drivers licence and able to drive manual vehicle

Professional Body Registration

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as an Enrolled Nurse.

Required minimum work experience

• Some experience as an Enrolled Nurse in a clinical environment would be an advantage.
• The post would suit a newly qualified individual keen to learn.

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Experience in health research and supporting research teams.
• Good Clinical Practice/Human Subject Protection certification advantageous.
• Ability to lead and work independently and be part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in study requirements.
• Empathetic towards people living with HIV/AIDS.
• Ability to speak local languages.
• Willingness to learn.
• Consistent adherence to research and GCP practices.
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion must always be maintained.
• Ability to manage self and prioritize own workload. Self‑motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Basic GCP; computer literate.
• Time management, deadline driven, assertive.

TO APPLY

• Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please apply online and complete your registration via our website to protect you as a candidate and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions.
• This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL.
• However you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.
• Please note that 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: 16 January 2026.
• 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.
• AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Clinical Research, FDA Regulations, Data Collection, GCP, Infusion Experience, Phlebotomy, Clinical Trials, Pediatrics Experience, Qualitative Research Interviewing, Research Experience, Nursing, Epic.

Employment Type

Contract.

Experience

years

Vacancy

1