Research Assistant at The Aurum Institute

PURPOSE

Provide a supportive role in research study-related tasks. Responsible for preparing test samples, keeping lab records, and documenting test findings. Facilitate stock management, labelling and storing of study samples. Responsible for the efficient collection of accurate, complete, and ethical data for study purposes. Adherence to protocol, quality control specifications and laboratory safety guidelines.

Technical Work Responsibilities

• Recruitment and retention of study donors
• Oversee sample collection, usage, and storage.
• Data Collection
• Administrative duties
• Report writing
• Strategy recommendations based on process evaluation findings.

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree (Hons) or similar
• Valid GCP certificate (preferred)

Experience

• Public Sector experience in various data collection techniques
• Research methodologies
• Laboratory technical work
• Experience in Clinical Trials

Requirements

• Basic computer skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• SA Citizen or valid work permit to work in South Africa
• Willing to work overtime.