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Clinical Research Assistant x2 -JhbFull job descriptionThe MRC/Wits Rural Public Health and Health Transitions Research Unit (Agincourt) is an exceptional health and population research centre in the Wits School of Public Health. The Unit supports a major research infrastructure underpinned by a health and socio-demographic surveillance system (HDSS), a form of longitudinal population registration, covering a substantial portion of the Bushbuckridge sub- district of rural Mpumalanga Province adjacent to Mozambique that has been in operation since 1992 coupled with observational and interventional studies along the life course.The project will be undertaken by a diverse consortium, including Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Ifakara Health Institute (IHI), University of Dakar (UCAD), African Institute of Mathematical Science (AIMS), University of Stellenbosch (SUN), Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (SwissTPH), University of Bern (UBern), University of Rotterdam, EPFL, and Yale University. The successfulcandidate will join a talented and hardworking team addressing some of the country and regions most pressing health and development challenges. We offer an intellectually rich working environment with excellent opportunities for academic and professional growth. This position will suit an individual with insight into the above-mentioned research fields, good report writing skills, good interpersonal communication skills and sound managerial experience. The appointed individual will be based at one of the RCT sites, either Tintswalo Hospital or Themba Hospital (Ehlanzeni District), Mpumalanga. Reporting will be to the Wits-PI/Project Coordinator.Key performance areas:Clinical skillsUndertake rigorous, project-specific training on point-of-care Lung Ultrasound acquisition and interpretation, as well as specimen retrieval and storage.Properly undertake Lung Ultrasound acquisition, interpretation, and specimen collection (blood, nasopharyngeal swab, dried blood spot) using specific study protocols.Liaise with senior team members and a panel of experts for clinical support to maintain a high quality of data collection and image interpretation.Assist in capturing medical data from participant folders and assist in the translation of hospital records into reliable study data.Coordinate with the laboratory team with regard to on-site specimen storage and shipment to the Wits-Agincourt Lab for processing.Project Site Management & AdministrationSupervise a field team with varying skills, including planning daily activities to meet recruitment and follow-up targets.Assist with on-site data quality monitoring - running regular checks for consent forms, missing/unexpected data, and working with the Data Manager to identify and resolve any problems that arise.CommunicationUpdate the study investigators and Agincourt field managers on the study progress - including regular written reports.Meet regularly with Unit scientific staffScientific outputCollate project statistics regularly.Present project progress at weekly study meetings. Participate, and where applicable, lead the production of manuscripts emanating from the research.Detailed DescriptionJob RequirementsAdditional DetailsHow To ApplyRequired minimum work experienceMinimum 2 years clinical experienceSome demonstrated managerial experienceA degree in clinical sciences (preferably BCMP) is required, though other clinically Demands of the jobWill be required to be onsite at the clinical field site everyday (no remote work possible) Ability to work in a high-pressured environment with overlapping priorities.Must be able to handle stress with tact and empathy.Will be required to be available outside of traditional working hours to provide support for the project if needed. To Apply:Should you be interested in applying for this vacancy, please send an email to: Weekend.Khoza@wits.ac.zaThe subject heading of the email must read Agin_001_CA and the job title of the position applying for. Please include the following documentation:A cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for and includes:o Scholarly achievements in related field.o Experience in building key partnerships and maintaining positive relationships to achieve successful outcomes.o Prior clinical and research experience.o Previous experience in leadership and management abilities.A detailed CVCertified qualifications and transcriptCertified ID copy and drivers license Short-listed applicants must be willing to undergo a competency exercise as well as interview as part of the selection process. Minimum Salary Maximum Salary CurrencyAmount of TravelWork At Home

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