Research Medical Officer

Recruiter:

University of Cape Town Lung Institute

Job Ref:

CPT000006/SG

Date posted:

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
The Allergy and Immunology Unit (AIU), based at the University of Cape Town Lung Institute (www.lunginstitute.co.za), require applications for a MEDICAL OFFICER* on a Fixed Term Contract.

The Lung Institute is wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Cape Town and is recognised internationally as a leader in the study of treatments for airways diseases, having performed more than 150 research projects field.
The Allergy and Immunology Unit was established in 2000 to provide state of the art clinical and laboratory services for the diagnosis and management of allergic and immune-based diseased, with a mission to transform lives of patients through innovate science and compassionate care.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

MBChB
Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
Keen interest in Research, Allergy and Urticaria
Commitment to complete Allergy Diploma at the CMSA
Relevant clinical trial experience as sub-investigator (preferable)
Good Clinical Practice Certification (advantageous)
Dispensing License (advantageous)
Intermediate computer with proficiency in Microsoft Office or electronic Data Management systems, email, internet
Travel locally and overseas for research-related meetings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Able to work autonomously and within a team

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Providing clinical services to patients enrolled onto the unit’s clinical trials.
Interface with non-unit clinical and trial staff and regulatory personnel
Taking care of the patients during their active treatment and follow up period
Develop acceptable standards in clinical service delivery of disability and outpatient care
Provide medical expertise to improve and enhance research nurse-related patient care
Assist with allergy consultations at Groote Schuur Hospital
Ensure fair and ethical treatment of all patients involved in clinical trials
Taking care of the patients during their active treatment and follow up period.
Collecting, compiling and Analysis of patient’s data
Ensure proper maintenance of patient records, and data management including entry of data into electronic database
Ensure that the study patient case record forms and clinical documentation meets good clinical practice standards

Additional Information:

12-month Fixed Term Contract
Working hours: 20 to 40 hours per week (negotiable), Monday to Friday

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute is committed to equity in our employment practices and reserves the right not to appoint.
The selection process will be guided by the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the University of Cape Town Lung Institute (Pty) Ltd.

*Please Note: This Position is not on UCT Conditions of Service.

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