Research Nurses x2 (12 monthsâ contract - Wits Health Consortium)

AJ Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing service is seeking a Research Nurse in Johannesburg to join the CombAT Candida clinical study team. The successful candidate will ensure that research activities prioritize patient well-being and adhere to Good Clinical Practice. This position requires experience in a research environment, clinical compliance, and the ability to work under pressure. The closing date for applications is August 12, 2025.

Qualifications

• 1 year nursing experience in a research environment.
• SANC Registration required.
• Experience in ICU preferable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-study entry evaluations for participants.
• Obtain informed consent from participants.
• Assist with follow-ups in ICU and wards.
• Ensure confidentiality of all participant information.
• Assist in all clinical aspects of the study.

Skills

Research nursing care

Clinical practice compliance

Data management

Communication

Administrative skills

Education

Professional or Enrolled Nurse qualification

Certification in good clinical practice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Main purpose of the job :

• The Research Nurse will join our CombAT Candida clinical study site team to provide expert research nursing care
• The applicant will play a key role in ensuring that any research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006
• In conjunction with other members of the team, they will facilitate the production of good quality research

Location :

Netcare Milpark Hospital, Johannesburg

Key performance areas :

Conduct any pre-study entry evaluation for potential participants

Obtain participants, next of kins or clinicians informed consent before commencement of any study related activities

Assist with the follow-up of participants, within the ICU and in wards

Maintain confidentiality of all participants study information

Carry out planned care and assessments as required by the study protocol without direct supervision

Assist in all clinical aspects of the study, including venepuncture (desirable), swab collection, and clinical observation when necessary, ensuring that they are carried out within the Hospitals and Sponsors policies, research governance, Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials Regulations) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006 Incorporating International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) Data Protection Act and Human Tissue Act

Contribute to the day-to-day management of research studies, ensuring compliance with international standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), with the Site Medical Officer, Site PI, research assistant and laboratory staff

Record accurately all data obtained throughout the study and maintain all data and case report forms, both paper and electronic

Assist in the preparation of study materials

Participate in the training and induction of all new members of the team, and to support appropriate training and development opportunities in line with role requirements

Ensure that records are kept regarding study recruitment, screening, losses to the study and enrolment

Play an active role in the study site team to ensure that :

The clinical team adheres to the set standard operating procedures in the conduct of clinical trials and that all staff are full trained in the SOPs pertaining to their daily work

The data collection process is enhanced for quality with quality control measures in place

The recruitment / accrual targets are being met

Proper source documentation procedures are followed

Identify challenges to study implementation and reporting to the Study MO, Site PI, Trial Ops Manager and Senior Research Clinician on a regular basis

Act as a leader, resource and role model within the team

Perform any other duties as assigned by the research investigators, or Site MO or Site PI

Required minimum education and training :

Professional or Enrolled Nurse qualification

Professional Body Registration :

SANC Registration

Required minimum work experience :

1 year nursing experience in a research environment

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities :

Certification in good clinical practice

Experience working in a research environment and / or ICU is preferable

Ordered and systematic with strict compliance to protocols

Tactful, respectful and maintain confidentiality

Good administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Pro-active and adaptable

Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

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

TO APPLY :

Only if you mee t 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 : 12 August 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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