Research Coordinator (Qualitative Health Researcher) at University of Cape Town

Requirements for the job:

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., public health, sociology, anthropology, psychology, or health services research)
• Experience in qualitative health research, including conducting interviews and/or focus groups
• Experience organising and managing fieldwork, including participant engagement
• Experience with transcription of qualitative data
• Knowledge of ethical principles in health research
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to travel for fieldwork

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification (MA/MSc or higher) in a relevant discipline
• Experience in qualitative data analysis (e.g., coding, thematic analysis)
• Experience conducting observational fieldwork
• Experience contributing to research reports or peer-reviewed publications
• Experience working in global health or low-resource settings
• Proficiency in additional local languages
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

The following will be advantageous:

• Experience in qualitative health research (interviews, focus groups)
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage fieldwork independently
• Experience with transcription and qualitative data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork

Desirable:

• Experience in observational research, global health, or working in low-resource settings; postgraduate qualification;
• additional local language proficiency.

Responsibilities:

• You will lead and support qualitative research activities, including:
• Conducting interviews, focus groups, and observational fieldwork
• Engaging with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers
• Managing transcription, translation, and secure data handling
• Analysing qualitative data (e.g., thematic analysis)
• Contributing to publications, reports, and presentations
• The annual cost of employment, including benefits (where applicable), is between R531 313 and R625 071.

Closing date: 20 July 2026