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Senior Research Technologist: Study Nurse Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at Hashtag Nonprofit NPC

Title: Senior Research Technologist: Study Nurse

Company: Hashtag Nonprofit NPC

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

Senior Research Technologist: Study Nurse

Deadline:

28 May 2025

Region:

Durban, KZN

Salary:

R 369 669 per annum

Type of employment:

Full time

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 Health’s 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

Qualifications And Requirements

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

Advantageous

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.

How to apply

Apply to Position

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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Date posted:

21 May 2025

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