Senior Medical Officer (Senior Medical Doctor - Wits PHRU)

SUMMARY:
Background:

• The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (Wits PHRU) was established in 1996
• The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation, and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children
• In recent years, the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV

POSITION INFO:
Main purpose of the job:

• To provide comprehensive medical care/clinical support to patients enrolled in treatment and prevention programs at the PHRU and to participants enrolled into clinical trials at the unit

• PHRU - Tshepong Hospital, Matlosana, Klerksdorp

• 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

• Medical Degree (MBCHB)
• Qualified as Medical Doctor

• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Practitioner Independent practice (HPCSA)
• Registered with MPS

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in Clinical Trial
• 3 - 5 years’ Managerial Experience

• Excellent clinical skills and attention to detail
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
• Experience in HIV and TB treatment and care
• Empathy and understanding of people living with HIV/AIDS
• Experience as a sub-investigator in a clinical trial
• Computer literacy – competence in MS Word and Excel essential
• Able to exercise discretion and independent decision making
• Ability to work under pressure and work well across multiple different projects and teams
• Empathy and sensitivity toward people from key populations
• Research experience or willingness to learn

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• Closing date: 25 February 2026
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