Job Openings at Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

Requirements

• Masters in Biostatistics or Statistics
• At least 5-years biostatistical experience post-degree
• At least 4-years of experience in managing large datasets and calibrating data using statistical modelling techniques
• At least 2-3 years experienced working in a setting/environment that involves the application of public health principles
• At least 2 years experience analyzing data from clinical trial studies
• Must have experience teaching MPH-level biostatistics and/or epidemiology courses
• MUST have expertise with statistical software packages, such as STATA and R-studio
• Highly experienced in implementing independent data analysis projects and running them to completion
• Must have proven record in dissemination of research study results where contribution was as study biostatistician (i.e., peer reviewed manuscripts and conference abstracts)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable managing relationships with high-level stakeholders and senior leadership
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver high quality work.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and effective in delivering on set objectives for the project.
• Effective team building and teamwork skills
• Detail-orientation with the ability to identify and implement creative solutions.
• Must be willing to live in East London or Cape Town 

Advantageous:

• PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics or other related field or currently engaged in PhD program
• Biostatistician on a NIH, EDCTP or SA-MRC funded study
• Previous experience with managing qualitative research data
• Knowledge of POPI Act and its impact on data collection, management and sharing.
• Technical Project Management knowledge and skills
• Valid code 8 driver’s license and own vehicle
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification

Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise in study design, evaluation of study protocols, management of large datasets, questionnaires, survey methods and statistical analysis.
• Engage with study leads / senior researchers during grant development to ensure appropriate study design and statistical methodologies
• Engage with study leads / senior researchers during project implementation process to develop data plans for study implementation.
• Conduct advanced biostatistical/analytical modelling as required.
• Support analyses and presentation of data required for Data Safety and Monitoring Board reviews
• Develop additional Data Science Skills required to undertake analyses.
• Support training activities for project implementation as needed and consistent with data collection activities
• Provide consultation and support to site data managers during the database development process to ensure that databases are tailored to meet study requirements and statistical analysis needs.
• Mentor’s junior biostatisticians, data analysist, researchers regarding basic statistical analysis and methodology
• Provide support, supervision, and mentorship to PhD students
• Conceptualize and carry out a program of research in the broad field of DTHF focus.
• Build appropriate research collaborations within & outside DTHF

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Requirements

• Nursing Diploma or Degree with South African Nursing Council (SANC) registration as a Registered Nurse
• Nurse Initiated Management of Ant- Retroviral Treatment (NIMART) trained
• At least 3 years nursing experience post-graduation
• Due to the study protocol preference would be given to male applicants
• Experience of working in the health sector/ clinical research environment
• Fluency in English and isiXhosa
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, Microsoft office suit
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Client focused
• Administration skills
• Must be able to work in a team and independently
• Must be detail orientated
• Valid drivers’ license
• Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, including weekends from time to time

Advantageous:

• At least one-year experience within a research environment
• Knowledge of HIV including PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)

Responsibilities:

Clinical Procedures

• Perform all clinical observations and procedures as required by research protocols and on request from medical officer/study coordinator (e.g. draw blood, swabs, vital signs, infusions, injections, 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
• Maintain an up-to-date list of all equipment used for the study and their calibration certificates and renewal.
• Provide participants with advice and guidance on basic medical conditions
• Triage of participants with possible Adverse Events or Expedited Adverse Events

Protocol-specific procedures

• 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
• Perform clinical study procedures e.g. blood draws, HIV on site testing, dispensing of HIV study product.
• Contact referral agencies where applicable to assist in recruiting the correct patients
• Complete all protocol and sponsor required training
• Laboratory Support
• Manage samples (or liaise with the Laboratory Technician) and arrange collection by the appropriate laboratory as per protocol requirements
• Maintain and record cold chain temperatures
• Assist laboratory staff with testing procedures (HIV, urine, etc) and quality control when required

Study Administration

• Assist Study Coordinators in clinic functions and administrative tasks. Administrative tasks include QC of files, filing of results, calling of patients etc
• Enter and or 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