Hillbrow: Research Nurse (Fixed Term Contract – Wits RHI)

March 5, 2026 Jobs in Central Johannesburg

Job Description

About the Role

The Research Nurse position at Wits RHI Research Centre Clinical Research Site (CRS) in Hillbrow is a fixed-term contract role that requires conducting day-to-day study-related activities with our clinical research team in the Tuberculous (TB) ward. The successful candidate will implement research protocols, ensuring participant safety and maintaining high-quality data collection in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct participant recruitment, screening, enrolment, and follow-up visits
Obtain informed consent according to SOPs and ethical guidelines
Monitor participant safety, report adverse events promptly, and refer participants to specialist care when required
Collect vital signs and conduct study-specific clinical investigations (e.g., sputum collections)
Conduct blood draws and process samples as required and send to the laboratory
Administer study questionnaires as required
Inform participants of test results, as required
Provide appropriate health education and counselling where necessary
Take responsibility for the Emergency Contact Research cell phone during delegated time
Ensure labs are printed, converted, graded, and reviewed by an investigator prior to CRF completion, according to SOPs
Collect participant data from medical notes and complete CRFs
Maintain full clinical records for all participants
Perform sample-related activities (e.g., labelling, storage, collection)
Compile relevant reports and feedback on all activities
Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
Maintain accurate and timely study documentation and case report forms
Monitor participant safety and report adverse events promptly

Requirements

Diploma in General Nursing (3 Years)
Minimum 2 years relevant work experience within a clinical research environment, preferably with TB management experience

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Qualifications

None mentioned

Salary & Benefits

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