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The main purpose of this position is to fulfill the role as a Clinical Research Worker within the research domain, supporting multiple studies being conducted by investigators and sponsor lead studies in Khayelitsha evaluating TB treatments.
The Clinical Research Worker will be responsible for clinical trial-related procedures which will include recruitment, retention, education, counselling and consenting at the research site (Khayelitsha Site B or other sites as the need arises) and the performance of clinical, administrative duties and other tasks in the clinical studies according to sponsor and lead investigator requirements.
Essential Requirements:
Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate or Equivalent
Counselling qualification or counselling experience
GCP qualification
5+ years of clinical research workers experience inclusive of clinical trials experience
Experience with electronic consents and regular interfacing with e-data bases
Ability to engage with the community and present education sessions
Conduct informed consent
Basic computer literacy
Interpersonal skills
Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Conducting Informed consent Process
HIV/TB treatment adherence and TB Counselling
Active participation in patient information sessions
Telephone contact and tracing
Lead and conduct the consenting process, including literacy and understanding assessments, use of the specified electronic consenting system, and provision of HI consenting and counselling
Conduct daily research information sessions in waiting areas and community hotspots, and engage in community outreach through liaison with the local advisory group, health promotion sessions, and participation in community event
Provide counselling and testing referrals as needed, along with home visits, participant tracing, and remote follow-ups via telephone in line with study protocols
Retrieve and prepare clinic folders, file laboratory reports, and ensure readiness for daily study activities
Respond to data queries, assist with data entry and reception duties, and update the data capture system
Prepare study folders in advance to support smooth daily operations
Collect all biological samples in accordance with study protocols and coordinate collection logistics with the research team
Perform sputum induction and other related sample collection procedures, ensuring accurate capture of all collection details on the electronic database.
Additional Information:
Position will be based in Mowbray
6 to 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
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