Job Description

Researcher: Clinvet South Africa
Clinvet is internationally recognized as one of the leading animal health Contract Research Organizations. We're driven by science, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in animal care and research.
We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for a Researcher to join our Study Operations team at our Bloemfontein site. This role is ideal for enthusiastic individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional research environment and build a long-term career in animal health research.
Primary Job Purpose
To support the execution of scientific studies by performing technical research procedures, handling animals, and managing laboratory and administrative study tasks, ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulatory standards.
Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in day-to-day research activities such as dose preparation, observations, sample collection, and other related research tasks to ensure safe and successful study practices
• Record and handle raw data ensuring accurate and consistent information for departmental and study use
• Interact, socialize, and handle animals to ensure content, well-adjusted and cared for animals
• Maintain assigned laboratory spaces and equipment in good working order and cleanliness
• Timely reporting of study adverse events to the Study Director/Investigator
• Assist with study master file administration, including, but not limited to the preparation and close-out of files, raw data reviews, data management tasks and preparation of the final study master files for shipment and archiving
• Work collaboratively within cross-functional teams to support successful study execution

Required minimum education and experience requirements

• Degree in Natural or Biological Science
• 1-2 years relevant research experience

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Specialisation in Entomology, Parasitology, or Zoology is considered highly beneficial
• Experience in the CRO (Contract Research Organization) industry will be an advantage
• Previous experience in maintaining insect breeding colonies is advantageous
• Multilingual abilities, particularly in French or German, are advantageous

Additional Information

• Laboratory/research environment with strict access and biosafety controls
• Interact with and handle animals
• Flexibility to work outside regular hours when necessary or as per departmental schedule
• Valid driver's license required

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to deliver under time pressure
• Competency in Microsoft Office suite and willingness to learn new systems
• Collaborative, curious, and results-oriented
• Excellent communication and scientific writing skills
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Critical and analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset

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Closing Date: 18 August 2025
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