Pietermaritzburg: Research Clinician ((Medical Doctor – 12 Month Sessional Contract – Wits Health Consortium) posted by AJ Personnel

• To design and implement research projects, analyse the research data and publish scientific articles

Location:

• Edendale Lay Ecumencial Center Clinic, Edendale, Pietermaritzburg

Key performance areas:

• Contribute to writing research and funding proposals
• Stay abreast with relevant research findings
• Obtain ethical approval from relevant regulatory bodies
• Ensure that study is implemented in accordance with protocol and relevant good clinical practice and ethical guidelines
• Maintain oversight of referral systems via direct interaction and assist in the establishment of Memoranda of understanding (MOUs) as required by the study protocol/s
• Contribute to the development and review of clinical standard operating procedures as needed
• Conduct clinical assessments, treatment and/or referral of participants who participate in the study; Record observations in source notes, patient logs and Case Report Forms (CRFs) in accordance with study specific procedures manual and protocol
• Assess and report adverse events in accordance with the protocol
• Liaise with the laboratory regarding the interpretation of diagnostic test results
• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews
• Monitor the progress of research project; Produce monthly progress reports; Demonstrate leadership and commitment to excellence by ensuring that protocol and performance targets are met
• Write progress reports to stakeholders including networks and funders
• Conduct data analysis and write up results
• Compile conference presentations
• Disseminate research findings internally and to universities and others stakeholders such the community, CABs and media
• Publish scientific publications
• Participate in advisory committees
• Peer review of journal articles
• Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
• Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations
• Train staff in clinical procedures and maintain oversight of nursing staff
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the project team and promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
• Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
• Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
• Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation
• Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
• Provision of clinical care to patients and participants
• Accurate and comprehensive medical record keeping
• Management of patient/participant flow in the clinic
• Clinical trial oversight or management as designated by the principal investigator
• Participation in all phases/components of the research process
• Facilitation and resolution of queries from Data Management and Internal / External Monitors within required timeframe
• Complete accurate and comprehensive medical record keeping, inclusive of reviewing of results for all participants
• Quality Check of Source Documents during participant visit ensuring any outstanding components are proactively addressed

Required minimum education and training:

• Medical Degree (MBCHB)
• Qualified as Medical Doctor

Required minimum work experience:

• At least 1-3 years of clinical experience, preferably including work in HIV, sexual and reproductive health, or primary health care settings. – Experience in clinical trials or research setting is strongly preferred
• Membership of Professional/School/Faculty/ Department Committees and/or taking leadership roles in the Public Health domain within the Public or NGO sectors

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:

• Experience in public health will be an advantage
• Progress towards a master’s degree in a research field is highly desirable
• Certification in good clinical practice
• Experience in implementing independent projects
• Familiarity with data analysis software
• Ordered, systematic and analytical in approach to research
• Tactful, respectful, and non-judgmental
• Good administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Assertive, confident and adaptable
• Able to show proof of publication records and conference presentations

TO 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: 13 March 2026
• 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
• 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