Research Medical Officer (Doctor) - (FTC) RHI

SUMMARY:
A Research Medical Officer (Doctor) (Fixed Term Contract) vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Wits RHI - Ezintsha, Parktown, Johannesburg - Gauteng.

POSITION INFO:

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.

Main purpose of the job

• To oversee the clinical and non-clinical aspects of a research project

Location

• Wits RHI - Ezintsha - Parktown, Johannesburg

Key performance areas

• Report on study specified end points
• Disseminate relevant research results to the stakeholders
• Study start up, accrual and follow up phase, close out
• Data analysis and reporting
• Prepare abstracts, papers and posters for conferences and Journal submissions
• Set up systems to ensure proper running of the study
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including donors, community members, operating managers, etc.
• Assist on other related projects as required
• Conduct trainings (internally and externally)
• Attend writing series meetings
• Develop SOP’s
• Source experts, services for the trial and develop MOU for referral purposes
• Ensure clinics are resourced and equipped
• Compile monthly progress reports
• Attend to administration as required by the project
• Quality control and quality assurance of data in study
• Review and sign off laboratory results
• Review and refer patients where necessary
• Investigate, report and manage participant adverse events
• 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
• Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
• Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
• Train and coach subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organization
• Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
• Conduct trainings (internally and externally)
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Take ownership for driving own career development in attending training and development sessions and relevant forums/meetings
• Maintain and update knowledge of developments in field and expertise

Required minimum education and training

• Medical Doctor with MBCHB and post community service

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Training in STI’s and HIV management
• Master’s qualification in Public Health or related field
• Certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Adaptable
• Flexible
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience with Clinical Trial experience

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 03 February 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement 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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