Respiratory Clinical Technologist

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

Job summary

A leading research institution in Cape Town seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage study participants and conduct various clinical procedures. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant qualification and have 1-2 years of clinical research experience. This fixed-term role involves numerous responsibilities, including liaising with clinical staff and maintaining accurate participant records. Working hours are Monday to Friday, totaling 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years experience in clinical research on multiple projects.
• Good Clinical Practice Certification advantageous.
• Keen interest in Research (particularly Allergy, Immunology and Dermatology).
• Valid Drivers License advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lung function testing.
• Schedule participants for clinical examinations and follow-ups.
• Perform delegated study procedures.
• Maintain participant records and study logs.
• Interface with non-study clinical staff.

Skills

Clinical Research

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Fluency in English and Afrikaans/isiXhosa

Education

Certificate / Degree / Diploma in Clinical Technology or another medical field

Tools

Data Management systems

Job description

Minimum Requirements :

• Certificate / Degree / Diploma in Clinical Technology or another medical field
• 1 - 2 years experience in clinical research on multiple projects
• 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 (advantageous)
• Fluency in English and a second language (Afrikaans and / or isiXhosa)
• Good interpersonal, communication and time management skills
• Excellent organisational skills

Responsibilities include (but not limited to) :

• Lung function testing
• 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
• Management / Co-ordination of study participants
• Interface with non-study routine clinical and nursing staff in hospitals
• Assist in drafting and updating of SOPs
• Study-related data capture and management
• Perform phlebotomy procedures and insertion of peripheral IV lines (if a nursing applicant)

Additional Information :

• Position will be based in Mowbray
• 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Closing Date : 22 November 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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.

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