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RESEARCH NURSE

The Centre for Lung Infection and Immunity (CLII), has a number of new and exciting studies starting and require applications for RESEARCH NURSES*. CLII is based within the Division of Pulmonology in the Department of Medicine at UCT and is committed to the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of TB and COVID19 in Southern Africa. CLII conducts various HIV, TB, and COVID-19-related research projects at numerous sites in Cape Town. The successful applicants will be responsible to coordinate the implementation of research project(s), supervise participant recruitment, enrolment and follow up visits for specific projects and studies, track recruitment efforts.
Coordinating the assessment of participants including the collection of specimens and research data related to the growing number of studies within the Unit.

Essential Requirements:

Nursing Diploma or Degree and current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse
2 to 5 years’ experience in nursing post registration
Previous research or clinical research experience
Fluency in English, Afrikaans and /or isiXhosa
Excellent interpersonal, communication (both verbal and written) and time management skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet)
Valid Driver’s license
Willingness to travel to various CLII research sites within Cape Town
Ability to work in a team and to foster a collaborative relationship with local clinics and hospitals
Credit and Criminal Clear

The following will be advantageous:

Interest in Infectious Diseases Research
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) with current GCP certification
Previous experience working with TB patients, especially drug-resistant TB patients
Own reliable transport
Proficiency in Data Management systems

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Coordination of research projects:

Recruitment of eligible participants for research projects(s)
Supervision/administration of informed consent
Administration of all study related activities
Communication with all relevant study team members (PI’s and senior managers)
Implementation of all relevant study protocols
Attend regular team meetings

Clinical:

Administration of all clinical duties specific to the study protocol: Phlebotomy, routine BP, urine analysis,
performing of ECG’s
Coordinate all participant visits specific to the protocol
Assisting with pre and post counselling for research participants

Assist the Research Nurse Manager:

Maintain accurate records for inventory of clinical stock, equipment, and stock
With logistical planning for CLII projects
Finance:
Oversee/coordinate participant reimbursement
Completion of reimbursement logs

Additional Information:

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

The annual cost of employment, including benefits, is between R273 698 to R462 822.00

RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR

UCT EthicsLab is looking for a new research administrator for appointment as soon as possible. This soft-funded position is initially offered to the end of August 2026 with possibilities for extension depending on future grant funding. The EthicsLab is a supportive and dynamic small team based at the UCT NeuroScience Institute and the Department of Medicine. To get a sense of the work we do, visit our website on www.ethicslab.co.za.

We seek to attract a highly organized and motivated individual with excellent interpersonal, communication, and administrative skills who can show initiative and manage a diverse portfolio effectively. The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive administrative, logistical, and operational support to the EthicsLab, ensuring its efficient functioning.

Requirements for the job:

A tertiary qualification with NQF 6 level in Office Management & Technology / Office Administration, or a related field
At least three years of experience in research administration or coordination in a research and/or
university environment.
Proven ability to organize and coordinate academic events and meetings.
Intermediate computer literacy in MS Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel).
Fluent in English – written and verbal.
Experience in the establishment and implementation of high-level administrative processes.
Familiarity with UCT’s financial and student administrative systems.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adhere to deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Result-oriented, self-motivated, resourceful and excited to develop new systems for team management and
administration.
Ability to maintain productive relationships with university departments and external partners.
Strong problem-solving skills and initiative to anticipate team requirements.
Commitment to quality, collaboration, and delivering to timelines
Ability to attend meetings elsewhere (outside of Cape Town) on occasion

Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support, including scheduling and minuting meetings, managing team communications, and
maintaining shared document storage.
Assist in financial administration for grants, including maintaining oversight of spending, fund depletion and top-up,
opening of new funds, pre-screening draft financial reports and preparation of reports.
Coordinate student administration and assist with student recruitment, registration, and bursary management.
Coordinate all purchasing and finance paperwork (S&T applications, reimbursement claims, vendor payments etc.) for the
team.
Manage team supplies (stationary and other supplies)
Organize EthicsLab events, including workshops, retreats, and strategic meetings. This includes liaising with internal
and external stakeholders, booking flights and accommodation, processing visitor stipends etc.
Manage EthicsLab staff diary and assist in international travel arrangements for EthicsLab staff, including visa
applications and accommodation bookings.
Support EthicsLab visitors and guests with accommodation bookings, information, visa applications etc.

The annual cost of employment, including benefits, is between R433 709 and R510 246

STUDY ADMINISTRATOR

We are seeking to employ a highly motivated and organised Study Administrator on a new project entitled Sleep CHAMPzzz – Sleep and Circadian Health in Adolescents: A mental health participation study. Sleep CHAMPzzz is an exciting international research project funded by the Wellcome Trust in the UK, with research sites in Cape Town, Makhanda and Coventry in the UK. This position is a part-time (80%; 30 hours per week) 3.5-year contract, with two main functions:
(1) to coordinate the global sleep-research study activities at all three research sites
(2) to coordinate the day-to-day activities at the UCT research site associated with the efficient execution of the sleep research study

Required qualifications, experience and skills:

At least a relevant NQF level 5 certification or higher
At least two years’ experience in research study coordination
Sleep research experience, including ability to prepare, use and maintain actiwatch and polysomnographic
sleep research equipment
Computer literacy
Valid car driver’s license (code B at least) and actively driving
Training and Resources in Research Ethics Evaluation (TRREE) or similar ethics certificate
Required skills:
o Excellent organisational skills
o Good interpersonal and communication, record-keeping, time management, decision-making and
problem-solving skills
o Ability to prioritise tasks and work across a multidisciplinary team
o Adaptability to a constantly changing environment

Advantageous:
o Bachelors degree in Psychology, Science, Health Sciences or related discipline
o Psychology, counselling or mental health training

Responsibilities:
Coordinate administration of the study between the three study sites:

Act as the key liaison person between the three study sites
Assist Principal Investigator (PI) with reports and finances
Schedule and maintain minute records for inter-site study meetings
Maintain study website
Book travel and accommodation for research team members for key team meetings
Maintain study records and documents on OneDrive
Coordinate the day-to-day activities at the UCT research site:
Assist study staff with all UCT-related ethics, HR, school and participant recruitment, and development of SOP
processes
Assist the PI, Co-Is and Data manager and analyst to purchase and maintain sleep research equipment
(charge, clean, troubleshoot etc)
Schedule and maintain minute records of study site meetings
Liaise with lived experience experts to ensure integration into all aspects of the study
Coordinate study staff training sessions
Assist study staff to maintain UCT study tools (on Redcap and OneDrive) in preparation for data collection
Purchase study consumables and participant refreshments, monitor stock
Schedule participant data collection sessions
Coordinate staff and book labs and equipment needed for the scheduled data collection sessions
Arrange transport, accommodation and remuneration for study participants
Monitor study staff timesheets and assist with data quality control
Coordinate feedback for participants on relevant study measures
Liaise with PI in instances where participants require referral

Please refer to the attached job description for a full list of specific responsibilities.
The annual cost of employment for the part-time post, including benefits (where applicable), is R408 197.

SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

The Finance Department, within the Faculty of Health Sciences at UCT, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a Senior Finance Officer permanent post for appointment as soon as possible.

The SFO will provide a full spectrum of financial services to Principal Investigators, and to assist the Assistant Research Management Accountants with all accounting functions related to the planning, budgeting and reporting and on-going reporting, control and maintenance of all funds.

Closing date: 01 June 2025 Reference: ID 1075

STUDY COORDINATOR

The Allergy and Immunology Unit (AIU), based at the University of Cape Town Lung Institute, requires applications for a STUDY COORDINATOR* on a Fixed Term Contract.

The Allergy and Immunology Unit was established in 2000 to provide state of the art clinical and laboratory services for the diagnosis and management of allergic and immune-based diseased, with a mission to transform lives of patients through innovate science and compassionate care.

Minimum Requirements:

Certificate / Degree / Diploma in General Nursing or Clinical Technology or another medical field
2 – 5 years’ experience in clinical research on multiple projects
Good Clinical Practice Certification (advantageous)
Keen interest in Research (particularly Allergy, Immunology and Dermatology)
Computer Literacy (proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic Data Management systems, email, internet)
Valid Driver’s License (essential)
Fluency in English and a second language (Afrikaans and / or isiXhosa)
Good interpersonal, communication and time management skills
Excellent organisational skills

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Screen participants for inclusion into studies using specified inclusion criteria
Scheduling of participants for clinical examination and follow up (telephone and community visits)
Perform all delegated study procedures, i.e. vital signs, electrocardiography’s (ECG’s), collect laboratory and
pharmacokinetic (PK) biological specimens
Prepare laboratory specimens for shipping or transporting to laboratory
Management of participant records: maintain, retrieve and file according to study visits. This includes laboratory and
procedure results
Maintain applicable study logs (screening, enrolment, participant confidential identification log, AE tracking, etc.)
Oversee all trial related activities for sites at both UCT Lung institute and Tertiary Cape hospitals where the unit
operations
Management / Co-ordination of study participants
Interface with non-study routine clinical and nursing staff in hospitals
Assist in drafting and updating of SOP’s
Study-related data capture and management
Perform phlebotomy procedures and insertion of peripheral IV lines (if a nursing applicant)