Wits University’s Division Wits Health Consortium is hiring for x2 Fieldworkers

According to our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to qualified applicants from designated groups as defined by the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998.

Wits University Division Wits Health Consortium is hiring for x2 Fieldworkers

Key performance areas

• The clinics that need to be recruited should be mapped and identified

• Keeping in touch with local clinic staff Scheduling appointments

• Perform study-related duties in accordance with the protocol

• Fill out the case report forms according to the study’s standard operating procedures

• Regularly communicate with the principal investigator and the study coordinator

• The study results and any other study related documents should be filed in the appropriate place. Study data should be logged into REDCap or any other system that you choose.

• Perform ad hoc tasks, as and when necessary, for the study coordinator.

• Conduct fieldwork activities as necessary by transporting study staff, documents, and any study related materials from local clinics to the site

• Whenever necessary, assist the research team

Required minimum education and training

• Matric

• Skills in computer use are moderate

• Driving license and ability to drive

Required minimum work experience

• Having at least 1 year of experience in a research or clinical setting

• A driver’s license and one year’s experience

• Ability to work in a complex and demanding environment

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• PDP would be an asset

• Having the ability to multitask

• The ability to pay attention to detail is essential

• The candidate must be able to work in a team and speak the local language

• The researcher is expected to adhere to GCP practices and apply consistent research methods

Closing date:18 May 2023