UCT Vacancies

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FILING CLERK

The Desmond Tutu HIV Centre (DTHC), based in the Faculty of Health Sciences, is committed to the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.

This full-time 12-month fixed-term contract position will be based at Emavundleni Research Centre in Crossroads, Cape Town. The main purpose of this position is to ensure the systematic organisation of participants’ files and other records for the Emavundleni Research Centre in compliance with required study-related activities and GCP standards.

Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12 /NQF level 4
• Tertiary administrative qualification advantageous
• 1 to 2 years of work experience in clinical trials essential
• Filling work experience is essential
• Computer literacy (MS Office) is essential
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Sound organisational skills

Responsibilities:

• Compile visit packs for the participants’ folders/files and ensure correct visit packs are in the files
• Issue files to Study Coordinators for scheduled participants on the afternoon before the visit date
• Issue files as requested by the Study Coordinators for Interim and Unscheduled visits
• Collect files from the Study Coordinators at the end of the day and hand them over to the Data
  Administrators
• Issue files as requested by the Principal Investigator or Designee for the capturing of laboratory results or
  updating of data (e.g. adverse events, concomitant medications, etc.)
• Ensure proper filing of folders per clinical trial
• Archive old participants’ records
• Direct filing queries to appropriate individual/s
• File the laboratory results appropriately, after they have been captured
• Photocopy, fax and shred documents when required by the data manager

The annual remuneration package is negotiable between R154 189 – R273 699

GENERAL ASSISTANT

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute (www.lunginstitute.co.za), Institute require applications for a Part-Time General Assistant* on a Fixed Term Contract in their Housekeeping Department.

The Lung Institute, situated in George Street, Mowbray, is wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Cape Town and is recognised internationally as a leader in the study of treatments for airways diseases, having performed more than 150 research projects field.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric (advantageous)
• Previous cleaning / housekeeping experience
• Ability to use various cleaning machinery and products

The ideal candidate must be / have:

• Able to work in a medical environment
• Team worker
• Detail-orientated
• High work standards
• Adaptable and flexible
• High degree of confidentiality
• Proficient in English

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Housekeeping duties (cleaning and sanitizing work areas and public spaces in the building)
• Manage stock / supply of consumables as well as order and replenish stock as required
• Ensure health and safety is maintained
• Report any hazardous situations
• Assist with moving equipment in the building
• Assist with recycling and compost ventures

Additional Information:

• Part-Time / Flexible position (keep track of hours on a timesheet)
• 6-month Fixed Term Contract
• Position will be based at the UCT Lung Institute in Mowbray, Cape Town

RESPIRATORY TECHNOLOGIST

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute requires applications for a Respiratory Technologist* on a Fixed Term Contract to be based at the Drakenstein Child Health Study site in Paarl. The successful candidate will be based at Paarl Hospital.

The Respiratory Technologist will support a busy clinical research team, and be responsible for respiratory function testing of child and adolescent study participants inclusive of spirometry, multiple breath washout, oscillometry and exhaled nitric oxide.
The technologist will function under the supervision of the Lung Function Principal Investigator and the Study Project Manager.
The position includes performance of pulmonary function testing, collation and analysis of raw data, query resolution of analysed data, equipment maintenance, calibration, and supply, development and updating of standard operating procedures, quality assurance exercises and staff supervision and training

Minimum Requirements:

• 3-year Health related Degree
• Experience in respiratory function testing, and particularly Spirometry
• Familiarity with ATS/ERS pulmonary function testing guidelines
• Computer literacy essential, with competence in word processing including Excel important
• Fluency in English
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Must have good organisational skills

The following will be advantageous:

• Qualified Respiratory Technologist
• Experience in respiratory function laboratory management
• Registration with HPCSA
• Research experience and GCP training
• Fluency in Afrikaans and/or isiXhosa

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Respiratory function testing of child and adolescent study participants inclusive of spirometry, multiple breath washout,
  oscillometry and exhaled nitric oxide.
• Management of respiratory function research laboratory including general maintenance of testing equipment, appropriate
  calibration and cleaning, oversite of consumables supply and maintenance of appropriate logs for quality assurance.
• Development and updating of standard operating procedures including assisting with quality assurance of measurements.
• Regular cleaning, collation and analysis of raw data as well as timely resolution of queries received by the data team.
• Staff supervision and training as needed.
• Study related duties and administration including participation in Drakenstein Child Health Study larger scheduling meeting,
  site leader meetings.

Additional Information:

• Position will be based at Paarl Hospital
• 12-month Fixed Term Contract with possibility of annual renewals.
• Full-Time or Part-Time (negotiable) (Monday to Friday)
• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

ETHICS AND REGULATORY OFFICER

The Allergy and Immunology Unit (AIU), based at the University of Cape Town Lung Institute(www.lunginstitute.co.za),
requires applications for an ETHICS AND REGULATORY OFFICER* to work on a Fixed Term Contract.

The purpose of Ethics and Regulator Officer is to ensure that the correct preparation and presentation of all necessary
documentation required to be submitted to the South African Regulatory Authority, Ethics Committee(s) and other local
regulatory authorities (e.g. City of Cape Town, Provincial Department of Health) in order to obtain the authorization of all
clinical trials conducted at the site and to enable future follow-up of the same.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate or Equivalent
• Tertiary education in a medical or related field
• Valid GCP Certificate (advantageous)
• 3 – 5 Years relevant clinical research experience would be preferred
• Thorough knowledge of local clinical trial regulatory and ethical requirements and applicable laws
• Experience with Regulatory (SAHPRA) and Ethics clinical trial submissions recommended
• In depth knowledge of the Regulatory environment and laws including ICH GCP
• Knowledge in Ethics Committee(s) requirements
• Computer Literacy (Web applications and MS Office applications)
• Proactive and ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to solve problems analytically and creatively
• Excellent organization, co-ordination and administrative skills

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Assist with submission of appropriate documentation for UCT Ethics Committee (serious adverse event reports, 6-
  monthly project updates, continuing review of research activities, protocol deviations)
• Assist with submission of documentation from the South African Regulatory Authority (6-monthly reports)
• Inform site investigator when ethics submissions are due
• Prepare all Ethics Committee submissions/applications and correspondence to the Ethics Committee for submission
  on behalf of the PI, which includes initial study submissions, protocol amendments, SAHPRA progress reports,
  investigator brochures and other safety submissions, annual re-approvals, protocol deviations, trial
  completion/termination.
• Prepare SAHPRA CVs for new site staff for submission to SAHPRA and Ethics Committee.
• Weekly follow up with Sponsors regarding SAHPRA approvals of newly submitted site staff.
• Review documents received at site for Ethics Committee submissions/application ensuring all site and Ethics
  Committee requirements have been met.
• Track and review all outgoing and incoming Ethics communication by maintaining tracking logs. , this will also apply to
  Regulatory communication.
• Ensure staff complete SOP, study-specific training; and read and sign for applicable Standard Operating Procedures
  (SOP)
• Maintenance of regulatory binders and investigator site files
• Responsible for the maintenance of site staff records and training records.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Site Personnel Authorized Signatures and Delegation log per study.
• Maintain documentation of staff meetings and training

Additional Information:

• Position based in Mowbray
• 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

QUALITY CONTROL (QC) OFFICER

The Centre for TB Research Innovation (CTBRI) Unit, based at the University of Cape Town Lung Institute
(www.lunginstitute.co.za), requires applications for a Full-Time (40 hours per week) QUALITY CONTROL OFFICER* on a 12-
month Fixed Term Contract.

The Lung Institute is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Cape Town and is recognised internationally as a leader in
the study of treatments for tuberculosis and airways diseases, having performed more than 150 research projects.
Since 2008 CTBRI has conducted research into tuberculosis with focus areas of TB drug development, HIV/TB interaction,
effects of smoking in TB and HIV, and understanding adherence to medication in drug-resistant TB.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree or Degree in Health Sciences (advantageous)
• 2 years relevant clinical trial experience
• Experience in quality control (within a research environment) would be preferrable
• Documentation of adequate clinical research associate training
• Valid GCP (good clinical practice) certificate (advantageous)
• Advanced computer skills (proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel, internet browsers and medical databases)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-orientated, with strong organizational skills
• Proactive and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and effective problem-solving skills

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Regulatory compliance and quality assurance for the research data produced in the unit
• Develop tools to be used by site staff and perform retrospective, objective, periodic, systematic reviews of trial-related
  activities at the site.
• Oversee monitoring of source documentation and CRF’s (Case Report Forms) as and when required and assess source
  data verification needs per study.
• Monitoring validation of participant source files to ensure completeness and consistency of data
• Maintain appropriate documentation regarding monitoring findings.
• Overseeing implementation of Site’s Clinical Quality Management Plan and perform regular reviews.
• Review quality control processes, procedures and capabilities in order to sustain the most cost effective and efficient
  methods for meeting quality requirements and making recommendation for improvement as appropriate.
• Review QC requirements and ensure that quality control documentation for a study meets requirements.
• Ensure completeness, accuracy and consistency of the data to ensure quality standards expected for reporting to
  regulatory bodies.
• Responsible for the quality control of research data collected in the unit
• Assist in raising source or CRF queries with relevant staff and review that these queries are resolved adequately.

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

At the University of Cape Town (UCT) nearly 6700 talented employees work together in a vibrant and stimulating
environment to ensure that UCT remains the best in and for Africa. Colleagues are deeply committed to UCT’s
sustainability, excellence and transformation. Academic and Professional, Administrative Support and Service
(PASS) staff collaborate daily to ensure that UCT’s academic project, which includes teaching, learning, and
research, is being delivered effectively. The university offers a diverse and inclusive community in which to work
towards achieving its Vision 2030 goals

UCT, a research-intensive university that is consistently acknowledged as one of the finest universities in Africa,
we invite applications for the position of HR Business Partner within the Human Resources (HR) department, with
the appointment to commence as soon as possible. This role forms part of the HR function embedded within the
faculties and/or Professional, Administrative, and Support Staff (PASS) departments.

The primary purpose of this position is to deliver a comprehensive, proactive, and integrated HR business
partnering service, providing expert advisory support to line management and employees in a Higher Education
environment. We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on professional who excels in tackling challenges, thrives
under pressure, and demonstrates a creative and customer-focused approach to problem-solving in a complex
environment.

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All the best with your applications