The South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative (SATVI), located within the Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a 1-year contract as a Study Co-ordinator. The position is based at the SATVI Project Office in Worcester and this office works on projects to determine Tuberculosis infection and disease status in study populations.

Requirements:

·  Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

·  Qualification as a Professional Nurse (4 year degree / diploma in health)

·  Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) or HPCSA

·  Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification

·  3 years’ experience working in the research sector

·  Fluency in English and either Afrikaans or Xhosa

·  Valid Driver’s License for at least 3 years

·  Computer literate

The following skills will be advantageous:

·  Good record keeping skills and experience

·  Experience in planning and implementing a clinical research study

·  Good decision making and prioritising capabilities

·  Knowledge of TB, HIV and the Cape Winelands East region

·  Managing HR issues in a diverse team

·  Experience in leading and managing a research team

·  Previous experience in study co-ordination

·  Attention to detail

·  Good interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities:

·  All on-site project co-ordination activities associated with the efficient collection of data

·  Leadership and personnel management

·  General study administration

·  Quality control as well as data management with the scientific and clinical guidance from the Principle Investigator

·  Participant management

·  Community liaison

The annual remuneration is in the range of R161,344 – R300,021 and will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Application process:

To apply, please forward the completed UCT Application form (HR201), an electronic or hard copy of your letter of application, your detailed CV and the names, email and telephone details of 3 contactable referees with the subject line “Study Co-ordinator” followed by the reference number to Elaine Zimri at

The application form can be downloaded at http://web.uct.ac.za/depts/sapweb/forms/hr201.doc

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Address: SATVI Project Office, Brewelskloof Hospital, Haarlem Street, Worcester, 6850

Telephone: +27 23346 5400; Fax: +27 23346 5406; Website: www.satvi.uct.ac.za

Reference number: 2439

Closing date: 8 August 2013

UCT is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at http://www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf

FHS_IIDMM_SATVI_StudyCoord_July2013.doc 19/07/2013 10:35