Main purpose of the job:To design and implement research projects, analyse the research data and publish scientific articlesDay to day coordination of qualitative research related activities including participant recruitment, qualitative interview conduct (in depth interviews and focus group discussions), quality control of source material (including study documents, transcripts and audio recordings) as well as contribution to data analysis and dissemination activitiesLocation:Wits RHI, 7 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Research Centre – JohannesburgOn the 3rd, 4th, and 5th FloorKey performance areas:Participate in discussions regarding the future direction of research strategies and plans for WRHIObtain ethical approval from relevant regulatory bodiesWrite research protocols and SOPs for studiesDevelop and design research toolsConduct fieldwork (data collection, interviews, etc.)Monitor the progress of research projectWrite progress reports to stakeholders including networks and fundersStay abreast with relevant research findings and collaborate closely with other investigators on related studiesBecome familiar with project/topics area through literature reviewDevelop SOP'sSchedule appointment with participants and collect dataConduct and/or manage relevant fieldwork activitiesManage quality data capture, transcription and translationDevelop and document appropriate coding frameworksDevelop and document appropriate coding frameworksEnsure storage and achieving of data according to SOP's (electronic and hard copy data)Publish, disseminate and present findings and results to stakeholdersParticipation in all appropriate research related meeting (internal and external)Assist and overseas patient recruitment, screening and enrolment of eligible patients according to protocol requirementsRetrieve related patient files, reports and documentationLease with sponsors to ensure CRF's and laboratory kits are preparedProvide background information to patients prior to informed concern being signedBook and/or perform study specific pre-screening or screening (randomisation)Recruit eligible participants for participation in studiesSecure informed written and verbal consent from each participant before research startsCritically reflect on positionality and power relations as a respectful researcher prior, during, and after data collection activitiesConduct successful interviews and focus group discussions with superb communication skills, awareness of personal biases, critical curiosity, and a neutral toneMaintain all participants files and filling systemCompile all relevant project administration as and when required (i.e. participants reimbursement)Conduct data analysis (with input from statistical team) and write up resultsPublish scientific publicationsCompile conference presentationsDisseminate research findings internally and to universities and others stakeholders such the community, CAGs and mediaWrite research and funding proposalsAdvise WRHI leadership on research opportunitiesContribute towards policy developmentTrain Team and other relevant staffSupervise post graduate students where appropriate (1/year)Attend to all staffing requirements and administrationSupervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relationsPerform and facilitate performance development and assessmentsIdentify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective actionCoach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisationPromote harmony, teamwork and sharing of informationTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership for driving own career development in attending training and development sessions and relevant forums/meetingsMaintain and update knowledge of developments in field and expertiseRequired minimum education and training:PhD in appropriate discipline OR MBBCH Degree with a Public Health Higher Degree Required minimum work experience: Minimum 5-8 years research experienceDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities: Experience in public health will be an advantageCertification in good clinical practiceExperience working in a low- or middle-income countryExperience in implementing independent projectsExperience working on clinical trials or in large collaborative networksFamiliarity with data analysis softwareOrdered, systematic and analytical in approach to researchTactful, respectful and non-judgmentalGood administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAble to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamAssertive, confident and adaptableAble to show proof of publication records and conference presentationsExperience with local SA regulatory guidelinesTO APPLY:Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Ditto Hire (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions. This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL. However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.The closing date for all applications: 18 September 2024.Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.Please note:AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
