Fieldworker at Stellenbosch University

Duties

• Performing all study activities according to the protocols and SOPs;
• Recruiting, consenting and enrolling study participants;
• Collecting quantitative (survey) data electronically (using tablets) and through headcounts;
• Collecting specimens (tongue swabs and sputum) from participants;
• Collecting qualitative data through focus groups and in-depth interviews (using an audio recorder and field notes);
• Transporting specimens to the DTTC laboratory at the end of each day;
• Liaising with the study coordinator on a regular basis;
• Maintaining high research standards, including excellent data handling and storage;
• Attending all necessary project trainings, meetings, and calls.

Job Requirements

• Tertiary qualification or a basic nursing qualification;
• Experience in a research environment or in health care facilities;
• Experience in study recruitment and informed consent;
• Experience in collecting either quantitative or qualitative data;
• Excellent computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, word processing, and MS Teams;
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and either Afrikaans or isiXhosa;
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
• The ability to foster a collaborative relationship with health staff and research participants;
• Detail orientated and resourceful;
• The ability to work in pairs and complete tasks according to set deadlines.

Recommendation

• A degree;
• A valid code 08 driver's licence and confidence to drive (Priority will be given to those candidates who have a driver's licence);
• Experience with researching in TB and/or conducting operational research;
• Experience with collecting qualitative data and conducting in-depth interviews;
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice or Human Subjects Protection;
• Good Clinical Practice certification.