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Job Description
Snr Research Technologist: Study Nurse
Malaria Research Group
Durban (Jozini)
Duration: One-Year Contract
Salary: R 369 669 per annum, total cost to company.
The Malaria Research Group (MRG) aims to support the malaria elimination agenda as set out in the National Department of Healths Malaria Elimination Strategy. The research goals of the MRG are aligned with the national elimination strategy. The Malaria Research Group is looking for Professional Nurses, living in Jozini, KwaZulu-Natal, to work on a dry blood spot sampling study. The Nurses will be responsible for the collection of biological specimens (blood) and perform detailed record keeping in accordance with study protocols. They will also perform general study administrative activities.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Obtain detailed medical history
- Collect protocol-required specimens (blood) on adults and pediatric participants
- Conduct participant interviews and administer study questionnaires
- Make relevant participant referrals to local health care providers as required
- Conduct visits to participants at their place of living.
- Good and accurate documentation including good record keeping
- Capture data using an electronic data capture process
- Conduct regular quality control checks to ensure accuracy of data collection and good data quality
- Carry out research administrative duties.
- Training of participants on self-collection
Core Requirements:
- Nursing diploma
- Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
- Two years nursing experience
- Proven experience in phlebotomy and biological specimen collection
- Intermediate level computer literacy
- Language proficiency in isiZulu and English
- Previous experience in conducting research trials.
- BLS Training (Basic Life Support)
- Ability to work independently and productively.
- Efficient organizational skills
- Willingness to work outside normal working hours when required.
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Please quote the reference number R846B in all communications. Please be advised that your submission will not be considered should your application not be accompanied by the required information and documentation.
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