Research Nurse at University of Cape Town

The annual cost of employment, including benefits (where applicable), is between R273 698 to R462 822.

• The Centre for Lung Infection and Immunity (CLII) has a number of new and exciting studies starting and require applications for RESEARCH NURSES*. CLII is based within the Division of Pulmonology in the Department of Medicine at UCT and is committed to the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of TB in Southern Africa.
• CLII conducts various HIV, TB, and COVID-19-related research projects at numerous sites in Cape Town. The successful applicants will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of research project(s), supervise participant recruitment, enrolment and follow up visits for specific projects and studies, track recruitment efforts.
• Coordinating the assessment of participants including the collection of specimens and research data related to the growing number of studies within the Unit.

Requirements:

• Nursing Diploma or Degree and current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in nursing post registration
• Previous research or clinical research experience
• Fluency in English, Afrikaans and /or isiXhosa
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (both verbal and written) and time management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Internet)
• Willingness to travel to various CLII research sites within Cape Town
• Ability to work in a team and to foster a collaborative relationship with local clinics and hospitals
• Credit and Criminal Clear
• The following will be advantageous:
• Interest in Infectious Diseases Research
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) with current GCP certification
• Previous experience working with TB patients, especially drug-resistant TB patients
• Own reliable transport
• Proficiency in Data Management systems

Responsibilities:

• Coordination of research projects:
• Recruitment of eligible participants for research projects(s)
• Supervision/administration of informed consent
• Administration of study related activities
• Communication with all relevant study team members (PI’s and senior managers)
• Implementation of all relevant study protocols
• Attend regular team meetings

Clinical:

• Administration of all clinical duties specific to the study protocol: Phlebotomy, routine BP, urine analysis, performing of ECG’s
• Coordinate all participant visits specific to the protocol
• Assisting with pre and post counselling for research participants

Data Collection:

• Oversee/administer all data collection activities (completion of Informed Consent, Case Report Form’s)
• Verifying data validity – completion of all study related documentation as per protocol and GCP guidelines
• Work closely with the Quality Control team to ensure all data queries are resolved
• Assist the Research Nurse Manager:
• Maintain accurate records for inventory of clinical stock, equipment, and stock
• With logistical planning for CLII projects

Finance:

• Oversee/coordinate participant reimbursement
• Completion of reimbursement logs

Additional Information:

• Position will be based in Mowbray
• 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Pat Wileman at [email protected]:

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Closing date: 14 August 2026