Research Nurses X2 (WITS RHI)

SUMMARY:
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

POSITION INFO:
Main purpose of the job:

• To provide best practice data collection, clinical assessments, collection of specimens and care according to protocols and to provide pre- and post-test HIV counselling

• Wits RHI – 22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Johannesburg

• Inform participants about the study
• Screen potential participants and obtain informed consent according to SOPs
• Administer study questionnaires/interviews
• Draw blood/collect biological specimen from participants, conduct basic analysis according to protocol and send samples or specimens to laboratory
• Conduct physical examinations
• Provide appropriate health education and adherence counselling where necessary
• Refer participants to alternative care if necessary
• Clean and sterilise all used speculum and equipment
• Supervise the field work team
• Develop and update study-specific job aides
• Collect participant data from medical notes and complete CRFs
• Maintain full clinical records for all participants
• Maintain an inventory register of drug stocks, laboratory samples, promotional materials and condoms
• Perform sample related activities such as labelling, storage and collection
• Compile relevant reports and feedback on all activities
• Quality control CRFs and other study documents
• Safekeeping of project assets
• Facilitate training of staff on study protocol and SOPs
• Prepare health facilities and communities for data study entry
• Provide regular updates on the study to key stakeholders
• 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 meetings

• Diploma in General Nursing (3-years)

• South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing

• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in STI/HIV research

• Advanced Diploma in Midwifery or similar will be an advantage
• Certification in Good Clinical Practice
• Experience in a research environment
• Highly organized and systematic with strict compliance to protocols
• Be tactful, respectful and maintain confidentiality
• Good administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Must be self-driven work ethic

• 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
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• 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: 22 July 2025
• Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date

• 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
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• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position