RESEARCH ASSISTANT

SUMMARY:
Main purpose of this role is to provide research and administrative support to the site lead and oth

POSITION INFO:

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

TWO (2) YEARS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT (PART-TIME-4 HOURS PER DAY)

DTHF -CENTRE FOR ADHERENCE AND THERAPEUTICS -GUGULETHU

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa. 

We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.

Main purpose of this role is to provide research and administrative support to the site lead and other senior research staff.

Minimum Requirements:

• Post-graduate tertiary qualification (at least honors, with masters preferred or in progress) in Health Science field
• At least 1 year experience in a similar role within a research environment
• Must have experience in conducting literature reviews
• Must have experiencing using a reference management software to manage bibliographic data and related research materials
• Experience with clinical trial administration (Ethics, SAHPRA, SANCTR etc)
• Experience in the development/use of clinical trial databases e.g. RedCap
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and antiretroviral treatment
• Excellent communication - verbal & written skills
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and use these to manage study
• Strong administrative and logistical skills
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• English speaking

Advantageous:

• Certificate in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Experience in qualitative statistical analyses
• Valid driver’s license with own transport
• Publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• Xhosa spea

Responsibilities:

• Provide research and administrative support to senior researchers at DCAT site
• Assist PI with any presentations (preparation or delivery) that need to be done, based on study data; for calls, presentations or meetings
• Conduct and present literature reviews as requested
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications, scientific writing, manuscript development, and annual reports.
• Assist in drafting protocols and informed consent documentation.
• Manage research protocol Ethics/SAHPRA submissions and renewals as needed
• Organise (bi- or) annual study meetings (venues, agenda, travel, invitations)
• Ensure studies are regularly presented to community advisory boards and stakeholders
• Assist with qualitative data management and analyses as needed.
• Attend research meetings as required for project staff

Values fit:  Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence

Submit a detailed cover letter, updated CV with certified copy of highest qualification and details of two (2) current contactable referees in a single PDF file by 16 May 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a foreign national applying for this position, please attach a copy of your work permit to your application.

Visit the DTHF Career page to view the advert (Reference number: DTHF-C029) and apply: