Research Assistant (Apply with only Grade 12): Wits Health Consortium

Job Title: Research Assistant (8 Months Contract)
Division: Infectious Diseases and Oncology Research Institution (IDORI)
Type: Fixed Term ☒ Temporary ☐
Location: Grey’s Hospital, Pietermaritzburg
Closing Date: 10 February 2025
Advert Reference Number: RA – IDORI: 01

Main Purpose of the Job:
To assist researchers in identifying researchable areas, developing and executing study protocols. This may include assistance with data collection, data analysis, and communicating results to stakeholders.

Key Performance Areas:

• Assist with clerical duties such as filing, organizing medical records, and data entry.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts and documentation according to unit protocols.
• Coordinate scheduling of appointments, meetings, and consultations for patients and staff.

• Assist in the planning and implementation of recreational activities and therapeutic programs for patients.
• Maintain the database and record observations and interactions with patients and families accurately.
• Collect and compile data for reports or presentations as requested by supervisors.
• Ensure confidentiality and privacy of patient information per HIPAA regulations.

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of patient rooms and common areas.
• Restock supplies to ensure patient comfort.
• Support orderly patient flow and ensure necessary resources for study procedures.
• Assist with study monitoring and preliminary analysis of data, including statistical analysis software.
• Aid in the preparation of reports, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations of research findings.

• Capture and maintain data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocols.
• Monitor timeframes and the scope of activities as circumstances dictate.
• Coordinate and serve as a point of contact between sites and sponsors through various communication methods.
• Support adherence to protocols.

Required Minimum Education and Training:

• Grade 12 (Matric).

Required Minimum Work Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience, and Personal Abilities:

• Expertise in a statistical analysis package or the willingness to learn.
• Ability to communicate and write in English and isiZulu.
• Motivated individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and report to more than one researcher at a time.
• Experience liaising with multiple stakeholders and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Application Instructions:
If you are interested in this vacancy, please send an email to [email protected]. The subject heading of the email must read “RA – IDORI: 01” followed by the job title of the position you are applying for.

Please include the following documentation in your application:

• A cover letter (maximum one page) clearly stating which vacancy you are applying for.
• A detailed CV.

Please Note:
In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments.

The 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 unsuccessful. APPLY HERE.