Research Assistant at University of the Witwatersrand

Main purpose of the job: 

• To conduct outcome assessments and interviews with women (their partners), and anthropometric measurements on their infants.
• Location:
• Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

Key Performance Areas:

• Conduct outcome assessments with women and their partners
• Conduct assessments and measurements for infants
• Schedule and follow-up on participant appointments
• Manage scheduled appointments and visits in accordance with the study protocol
• Maintain accurate and up to date study records
• Assist with data collection capture and management
• Compile relevant reports and feedback on project activities
• Take ownership and accountability and demonstrate effective self-management
• Ensure quality of data collected is of the highest standard
• Fieldwork (including but not limited to tracing participants)
• Administration (including but not limited to petty cash, filing, reporting, and equipment calibration)
• Ensure referral of participants to the relevant clinical services, where needed, in accordance with the study protocol
• Report to study co-ordinator and principal investigator
• Other activities related to data collection and management

Requirements:

• Degree or tertiary qualification is preferable, but not essential, minimum of matric is however required
• GCP and Research Ethics certification are required
• Fluency in at least two local languages including English
• High levels of computer literacy and advanced use of MS Office, experience using REDCap will be an added advantage
• A valid driver’s license (24 months) is required
• Experience working with children and families, preferably in a health and research environment
• Candidates with experience conducting clinical assessments including anthropometry are desirable
• Immediate availability

 (Part-Time – 25 hours/week)