Research Medical Officer
SM Healthcare Placements is inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position of Research Medical Officer in Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu Natal (18 Month Contract) for an exciting role within an International NGO in the health care field.
To provide clinical support to clinical research activities following study protocol and standard operating procedures.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send to kzn@smhealthcareplacements.co.za
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The following are the qualifications, experience, knowledge and attributes requirements:
Education, Training and Experience
- MBChB degree
- HPCSA and MPS registration
- Valid driver’s license
- Computer literate
- Good writing skills
- 2-3 years working experience in a research environment or as a clinician in a public sector health facility.
- Dispensing License.
- Interest in Reproductive health in particular family planning.
- Understanding of research principles and techniques
- Valid GCP and Ethics training
- Able to maintain confidentiality, tact and professionalism at all times.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills and ability to liaise with external stakeholders
Key performance areas
- Screen and enroll participants in accordance with GCP, study protocol and ethical guidelines.
- Manage and report any adverse events according to GCP, ethics and protocol guidelines and requirements
- Complete clinical trial administration related to the medical officer function.
- Ensure quality control and quality assurance of all study information.
- Develop and review clinical SOPs as required
- Assist in training of site staff on relevant clinical topics/areas
- Work together with the study team in order to optimize research management strategies.
- Participate in training, seminars, meetings and conference calls.
- Perform physical examinations and assessments.
Only short listed applicants will be contacted. Applicants, who have not been contacted within 2 - 3 weeks of the closing date, should assume that their application has not been successful.
SM Healthcare Placements is an equal opportunity employer.
