Job Description

Research Clinician (Doctor - 12 Months FTC - Wits RHI) - Free StateJob SummaryMain purpose of the job:To oversee the clinical and non-clinical aspects of a research projectLocation:Wits RHI - Lejweleputswa (Free State)Key performance areas:Attend to all clinical components of the clinical trialComplete participant visits according to protocolAttend to all medical concerns of participants enrolled in the clinical trialEnsure clinics are resourced and equippedQuality control and quality assurance of data in studyReview and sign off laboratory resultsReview and refer patients where necessaryInvestigate, report and manage participant adverse eventsCompile monthly progress reportsAttend to administration as required by projectSupervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relationsPerform and facilitate performance development and assessmentsIdentify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective actionTrain and coach subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisationSource experts, services for the trial and develop MOU for referral purposes Report on study specified end pointsDisseminate relevant research results to the stakeholdersStudy start up, accrual and follow up phase, close outData analysis and reporting and Prepare abstracts, papers and posters for conferences and Journal submissionsSet up systems to ensure proper running of the studyCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders including donors, community members, operating managers, etc.Assist on other related projects as requiredConduct trainings (internally and externally)Attend writing series meetingsDevelop SOP'sPromote harmony, teamwork and sharing of informationTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedRequired minimum education and training:MBChB with a Public Health Higher DegreeRequired minimum work experience:Minimum 2-3 years' experience, inclusive of community serviceDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilitiesTraining in STI's and HIV managementProgress towards a Master' degree in a research field is highly desirableExperience in clinical trialsAdaptable, flexible, able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamProfessional body registration:HPCSA Professional Body RegistrationDemands of the job:National and international travel required from time to timeMay be required to work long hours overtime/weekendsWorking in limited resources environmentWork in a highly pressurized environmentMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership for driving own career development in attendingTraining and development sessions and relevant forums/meetingsMaintain and update knowledge of developments in field and expertiseTO 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 enable and 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 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: 07 March 2025Note: 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.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.

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