Research Assistant (Parktown) at The Aurum Institute

Work Description

• To provide a supportive role in research study-related tasks. Participate in the design, administration and monitoring of clinical trials. Be responsible for the efficient collection of accurate, complete and ethical data from study volunteers. Adherence to protocol and overall clinical objectives.

Your primary role will be to participate in:

• Participant recruitment and enrolment
• Recruit potential participants for the study
• Ensure that potential participants are provided with all the study details as described in the Participant Information Sheet.
• Administer written informed consent
• Recruit and schedule appointments for study participants
• Assist study coordinator to plan recruitment schedules
• Conduct enrolment activities
• Research related activities
• Being responsible for the proper documentation of all study activities
• Administer data collection instruments as required.
• Collect adherence data from electronic data monitoring devices
• Perform quality checks on collected data.
• Data query resolution
• Observation of clinic-based staff and visits with participants (time and motion study)
• Complete any other activities as required by the protocol or the study.
• Complete, compile and submit study case report forms (CRFs) and source documents timeously
• Ensure all records on participants are completed and accurately filed with strict adherence to documentation handling procedures
• Maintain accurate study logs related to enrolment and other study activities.
• Report on daily/weekly activities to the Study Coordinator and meet stipulated enrolment and follow-up targets
• Participant retention

You will also be required to retain participants by;

• Obtaining, verifying and updating detailed locator data from participants for all visits.
• If possible, remind participants about their appointments just prior to each visit
• Following up on participants to ensure study completion
• Recommending retention strategies to study management
• General administration

You will be required to:

• Prepare participant files and documents.
• Safe storage and transportation of complete study documents and other specimens.
• Attend study meetings to report on study progress

Requirements Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office
• Research methods.
• Knowledge of GCP

Work Experience:

• Experience in research at least 3 years
• Experience in collecting qualitative and quantitative data
• Experiencing in data entry
• Experience working with staff in public healthcare facilities is advantageous

Minimum requirements:

Qualification

• Grade 12
• GCP trained
• Post-Matric Qualification

Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel
• Driver’s license and driving experience

Skills required

• Good communication skills. 
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Good management and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and fluency in local languages.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy, documentation, and attention to detail.