Research Nurse

RESEARCH NURSE 
24 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
J52 RESEARCH CLINICAL SITE (GROOTE SCHUUR HOSPITAL)

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa. 

We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.

The main purpose of this position is to perform clinical procedures on research participants according to the protocol requirements and Good Clinical Practice.

• Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Nursing and Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse
• At least 2-3 years nursing experience
• Valid GCP certification
• Computer Literacy: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Express
• Ability to build interpersonal relationships
• Strong planning and organising skills
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Ability to work harmoniously with people of diverse backgrounds and sexuality
• Client-focused
• Strong administration skills
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Attention to detail
• Maintaining strict client confidentiality
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends

Responsibilities:

• Perform all clinical observations and procedures as required by research protocols and on request from medical officer/study coordinator (eg draw blood, swabs, vital signs, infusions, injections, IUCD or implanon insertions if certified, operating and manage infusion pumps  etc)
• Refer all related queries to medical staff and study coordinator
• Assist Medical Officer or other clinical staff with all study procedures as requested
• Ensure all clinical areas and equipment are maintained in good order, check/ensure beds have clean linen etc
• Check medical waste boxes and bins and arrange collection thereof
• Provide participants with advice and guidance on basic medical conditions 
• Assist with triage of participants with possible Adverse Events or Expedited Adverse Events
• Oversee participant visits and ensure participants move through all study procedures efficiently
• Manage the scheduled screening, consenting, enrolment and follow-up of participants including home visits if required
• Perform participant interviews and counselling as per protocol requirements
• Contact referral agencies where applicable to assist in recruiting the correct patients
• Complete all protocol and sponsor required training
• Maintain and record cold chain temperatures
• Assist laboratory staff with testing procedures (HIV, Pregnancy, urine) and quality control when required
• Ensure that all samples are collected by the respective laboratories before close of business and leaving the site
• Assist Study Coordinators in clinic functions and administrative tasks i.e. administrative tasks includes QC of files, filing of results ,calling of patients etc.
• Transcribe research data into case report forms as needed
• Inform Study Coordinators of daily clinic progress 
• Participate in conference calls, meetings and training when required
• Assist in inventory, ordering and equipment management

Values fit:  Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence

Submit a detailed cover letter, updated CV with certified copy of highest qualification and details of two (2) current contactable referees by 30 October 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a foreign national applying for this position, please attach a copy of your work permit to your application.

 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

If you have not heard from us within four weeks after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful.

We are committed to equity in our employment practices. It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. We reserve the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified. 

I understand and accept that by applying for this position, I authorized DTHF to process my personal information in accordance with its internal operational requirements.

I further understand that the personal information I disclose to DTHF will be processed in accordance with the requirements set out in the Protection of Personal Information Act and may include the transferring thereof to third parties for the purposes of verification.

This job may be removed before it expires. 

Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is a child-friendly organisation committed to the protection of children.

For more information about the organization please visit our website.