Project Manager (Healthcare - 2 year FTC - Renewable)

SUMMARY:
Background:

• Our client is an award-winning global clinical research organisation in the Durban area
• They undertake research in HIV, TB and Covid

POSITION INFO:
Contract Period: 2-year fixed term contract - renewable

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Science, Immunology, Medicine, Microbiology, Public Health or Associated Allied Health Professions
• Previous clinical trial conduct experience
• Previous demonstrable project management experience
• ICH (R3) and SA GCP certification
• Computer literate and advanced skills with MS Office and MS Project
• Previous eTMF or eISF software experience would be advantageous

• Co-ordinate the activities of the VM-CTU in accordance with the unit milestones and timelines
• Convene routine meetings on behalf of the VM-CTU PI with funders, collaborators, sponsors (where applicable), site clinical trial teams and trial monitors. Including compiling and distribution of meeting summaries and tracking of action items
• Provide JSC, PSRT, DSMB secretariat support (advance meeting scheduling and meeting summary coordination and distribution)
• Coordinate with the mucosal immunology laboratory, head of laboratory trial statisticians and data management to ensure the secure storage and curation of laboratory and basic science data that are batch processed from local and international laboratories
• Report writing in accordance with funder requirements
• Science presentation and medical writing support to the Principal Investigator

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to work proactively and independently, while also being a strong team player
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical, solutions-oriented approach
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential information
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic early-phase research environment

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• Closing Date: 10 October 2025
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