Careers
Overall Purpose of the Position:
As part of our dynamic team, the Scientific Officer will contribute to the conception, oversight, and coordination of various scientific aspects in clinical research. The expertise will support the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) in project planning, management, grant applications, and represent our company at high-level conferences and similar events.
Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) & Responsibilities includes, but not limited to:
Trial and Grant Management
- Provide strategic scientific and medical guidance across clinical trials, ensuring protocol adherence, regulatory compliance (FDA, SAHPRA, etc.), and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with investigators, project teams, and site staff for effective trial execution, addressing protocol deviations, safety, and compliance issues.
- Provide mentorship and capacity development opportunities to investigators and supporting teams
- Support or lead grant applications, funding management, and project reporting requirements, coordinating closely with the Chief Science Officer (CSO).
- Design and refine trial protocols, study methodologies, and ensure Good Clinical Practice (GCP) alignment, actively engaging in risk assessments and safety monitoring.
- Coordinate internal meetings to discuss project updates and problem-solving and contribute to the continuous improvement of trial processes.
Dissemination and Stakeholder Engagement
- Oversee dissemination activities, including the preparation of scientific manuscripts, presentations, and reports for conferences and publication.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, partners, state representatives, and research collaborators.
- Represent the organisation at national and international scientific meetings, courses, and conferences, acting as a spokesperson on scientific initiatives when required.
Ideal Requirements
- MBChB and HPCSA registration
- A masters or PhD in healthcare or similar qualification is advantageous
- At least 2 years of experience in clinical research, and relevant qualification (Good Clinical Practice) in clinical research
- A good understanding of science and research methodology
- Grant and protocol writing experience is advantageous
- A special interest and preferably some experience in TB research
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Strong interpersonal skills
- An excellent communicator, verbal, written and listening, with all relevant stakeholders
- Strong influencing skills, team leader
- Demonstrates company culture, values and core competencies
- Scientific English fluency
Details:
Area: Parow
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 22 November 2024 at 11h00
Please indicate in your application that you are applying for the above-mentioned position.
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process.
By responding to this advert and sending your cv, cover letter and/or any other documentation, you are consenting to TASK processing your personal information as contained in the furnished documents. TASK may process your personal information for recruitment purposes for suitable posts that may arise within the organisation. You agree that you have familiarised yourself with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act and understand your rights and obligations under this Act.
Overall Purpose of the Position:
The Assistant Site Manager plays a key part in providing both operational and leadership support at the site by leading, developing, and supporting the site’s staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. The role is critical to ensuring the successful execution of clinical trials by overseeing patient care, protocol adherence and quality documentation and processes.
Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Leadership & Staff Management:
- Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to Study Coordinators and Research Nurses, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure that all staff are fully trained, supported, and engaged to meet the site’s operational and clinical goals.
- Assist the Site Manager in coaching and mentoring staff, ensuring performance standards are met, and addressing any personnel challenges that may arise.
- Coordinate and schedule the clinical team to ensure sufficient coverage during patient visits and study procedures and help with the recruitment and onboarding of new staff.
Study Preparation & Site Readiness:
- Lead the planning and preparation for new studies, including developing and approving source documents and ensuring site readiness with appropriate clinical consumables, equipment, and files in place.
- Coordinate across teams to ensure seamless study start-up.
Informed Consent Process:
- Oversee the informed consent process, working closely with the investigator to ensure participants are fully informed, given adequate time for questions, and that consent forms are signed and processed with accuracy.
- Ensure compliance through routine quality checks on all ICFs.
Protocol Compliance & Participant Care:
- Work with staff to ensure that all inclusion/exclusion criteria are verified before randomization and that all referrals are consented and screened within the permitted screening window.
- Ensure optimal participant care, with staff following protocol-correct procedures in a timely and accurate manner to prioritize safety, ensuring that delegated tasks are appropriately carried out by team members.
- Participate in the development of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address any site issues or deviations.
Monitoring & Query Resolution:
- Oversee the maintenance of up-to-date site files and documentation, proactively address site monitoring queries, lead the team in resolving system-generated queries and support the timely and accurate entry of clinical trial data into electronic databases (e.g., EDC systems).
- Collaborate with the Clinical Research Associate (CRA) during site monitoring and exit meetings.
Team Collaboration & Study Coordination:
- Support study coordinators in study management, audit preparation, and resolving queries.
- Actively engage with staff to streamline processes and ensure a cohesive approach to study execution.
Sample Processing & Operational Support:
- Provide leadership and support to the Sample Processing Room staff, ensuring smooth workflows and adherence to sampling protocols.
- Assist the Site Manager in operational tasks, helping ensure compliance with site-level Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Training & Development:
- Lead training efforts, organize site meetings, and provide ongoing coaching to ensure that staff are aligned with study protocols and operational standards.
- Cultivate an environment of continuous learning and professional development.
Miscellaneous Duties:
- Perform additional leadership and operational duties as assigned to ensure the smooth running of the clinical research site.
Ideal Requirements
- Nursing degree / diploma (Registered nurse), Biomedical Sciences or relevant qualification in Medicine
- Valid Nursing Council certificate (SANC) or any other professional certification related to qualification.
- Valid SA and ICH GCP certificate
- Supervisory / management experience would be an advantage
- Minimum 2 years’ Clinical trial experience; Candidates with experience in clinical trials would be given preference
- Computer literacy – ability to use Word, PowerPoint and Excel at intermediate Level
- Valid Driver’s License
- Flexibility to help out at other TASK sites and to accommodate occasional night shift and regular weekend schedules
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Good leadership skills and ability to motivate and lead a team by example
- Problem-solving skills
- Able to adapt and respond based on operational requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail
- Excellent follow up skills
- Excellent planning & organising skills
- Team player
- Professionalism
- Accountability
- Efficient and effective under pressure
Details:
Area: Bellville
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 15 November 2024
Please indicate in your application that you are applying for the above-mentioned position.
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process.
By responding to this advert and sending your cv, cover letter and/or any other documentation, you are consenting to TASK processing your personal information as contained in the furnished documents. TASK may process your personal information for recruitment purposes for suitable posts that may arise within the organisation. You agree that you have familiarised yourself with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act and understand your rights and obligations under this Act.
Overall Purpose of the Position:
Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Leading mentoring and managing a team of clinical trial recruiters and call center recruitment staff to ensure successful participant enrollment
- Providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to the recruitment team, ensuring that individual and team targets are met
- Developing workflows, assigning tasks, and managing team resources to ensure efficient recruitment operations
- Monitoring team performance and recruitment metrics, implementing strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Participant Identification & Recruitment:
- Overseeing the identification and recruitment of potential eligible participants for clinical trials by the recruitment team
- Ensuring the recruitment process from outreach to participant enrollment is aligned with study goals and eligibility criteria
- Providing potential participants with clear, accurate, and ethical information about clinical trials, addressing their concerns and facilitating informed decision-making
- Implementing and monitoring recruitment strategies aimed at reaching study enrollment targets, focusing on diverse and underrepresented populations
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with healthcare providers, community organizations, and patient advocacy groups and any other individuals or groups relevant to recruitment to enhance participant recruitment efforts
- Collaborating with study coordinators, investigators, and research teams to ensure alignment with study protocols and objectives
- Ensuring the team actively engages with diverse patient populations, including underrepresented groups, to ensure inclusive trial participation
Regulatory Compliance & Ethical Conduct:
- Ensuring recruitment activities across the team comply with ethical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and study protocols
- Guiding the team in ensuring participants undergo the initial steps of informed consent process with an understanding of trial participation and requirements
- Overseeing the accuracy of team documentation, data entry, and adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards
Recruitment Strategy Development & Implementation:
- Developing, refining, compiling and leading the execution of innovative recruitment strategies to attract eligible participants and meet study enrollment targets
- Analysing recruitment data and metrics to continuously improve performance and addressing any recruitment challenges
- Overseeing the creation of recruitment materials in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders, including patient-facing brochures, online content, and targeted advertisements
Pre-screening & Coordination of Study Visits:
- Overseeing the team's pre-screening assessments of potential participants to ensure eligibility for clinical trials
- Coordinating with the team to schedule study visits, ensuring adherence to study timelines and protocols
- Providing ongoing support and guidance to participants, ensuring a positive and well-supported experience throughout the trial
Ideal Requirements
- Experience in managing a team
- Good understanding of ethical requirements in clinical trials
- Proficiency in data management, tracking recruitment metrics, and report generation
- Experience working with underrepresented or hard-to-reach populations (desirable)
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including participants, healthcare professionals, and the recruitment team
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to oversee multiple tasks, projects, and team members
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in recruitment strategy implementation
- Leadership mindset with the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing recruitment team
- Passionate about improving healthcare outcomes through clinical research
- Commitment to ethical recruiting practices and inclusivity in participant engagement
- Results-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated with a focus on driving success in clinical trial recruitment
Details:
Area: Parow, Cape Town
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 13 November 2024
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process.
Overall Purpose of the Position:
As part of our dynamic team, the Scientific Officer will contribute to the conception, oversight, and coordination of various scientific aspects in clinical research. The expertise will support the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) in project planning, management, grant applications, and represent our company at high-level conferences and similar events.
Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) & Responsibilities includes, but not limited to:
Trial and Grant Management
- Provide strategic scientific and medical guidance across clinical trials, ensuring protocol adherence, regulatory compliance (FDA, SAHPRA, etc.), and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with investigators, project teams, and site staff for effective trial execution, addressing protocol deviations, safety, and compliance issues.
- Provide mentorship and capacity development opportunities to investigators and supporting teams
- Support or lead grant applications, funding management, and project reporting requirements, coordinating closely with the Chief Science Officer (CSO).
- Design and refine trial protocols, study methodologies, and ensure Good Clinical Practice (GCP) alignment, actively engaging in risk assessments and safety monitoring.
- Coordinate internal meetings to discuss project updates and problem-solving and contribute to the continuous improvement of trial processes.
Dissemination and Stakeholder Engagement
- Oversee dissemination activities, including the preparation of scientific manuscripts, presentations, and reports for conferences and publication.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, partners, state representatives, and research collaborators.
- Represent the organisation at national and international scientific meetings, courses, and conferences, acting as a spokesperson on scientific initiatives when required.
Ideal Requirements
- MBChB and HPCSA registration
- A masters or PhD in healthcare or similar qualification is advantageous
- At least 2 years of experience in clinical research, and relevant qualification (Good Clinical Practice) in clinical research
- A good understanding of science and research methodology
- Grant and protocol writing experience is advantageous
- A special interest and preferably some experience in TB research
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Strong interpersonal skills
- An excellent communicator, verbal, written and listening, with all relevant stakeholders
- Strong influencing skills, team leader
- Demonstrates company culture, values and core competencies
- Scientific English fluency
Details:
Area: Parow
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 22 November 2024 at 11h00
Please indicate in your application that you are applying for the above-mentioned position.
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process.
By responding to this advert and sending your cv, cover letter and/or any other documentation, you are consenting to TASK processing your personal information as contained in the furnished documents. TASK may process your personal information for recruitment purposes for suitable posts that may arise within the organisation. You agree that you have familiarised yourself with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act and understand your rights and obligations under this Act.
Overall Purpose of the Position:
The Assistant Site Manager plays a key part in providing both operational and leadership support at the site by leading, developing, and supporting the site’s staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. The role is critical to ensuring the successful execution of clinical trials by overseeing patient care, protocol adherence and quality documentation and processes.
Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Leadership & Staff Management:
- Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to Study Coordinators and Research Nurses, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure that all staff are fully trained, supported, and engaged to meet the site’s operational and clinical goals.
- Assist the Site Manager in coaching and mentoring staff, ensuring performance standards are met, and addressing any personnel challenges that may arise.
- Coordinate and schedule the clinical team to ensure sufficient coverage during patient visits and study procedures and help with the recruitment and onboarding of new staff.
Study Preparation & Site Readiness:
- Lead the planning and preparation for new studies, including developing and approving source documents and ensuring site readiness with appropriate clinical consumables, equipment, and files in place.
- Coordinate across teams to ensure seamless study start-up.
Informed Consent Process:
- Oversee the informed consent process, working closely with the investigator to ensure participants are fully informed, given adequate time for questions, and that consent forms are signed and processed with accuracy.
- Ensure compliance through routine quality checks on all ICFs.
Protocol Compliance & Participant Care:
- Work with staff to ensure that all inclusion/exclusion criteria are verified before randomization and that all referrals are consented and screened within the permitted screening window.
- Ensure optimal participant care, with staff following protocol-correct procedures in a timely and accurate manner to prioritize safety, ensuring that delegated tasks are appropriately carried out by team members.
- Participate in the development of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address any site issues or deviations.
Monitoring & Query Resolution:
- Oversee the maintenance of up-to-date site files and documentation, proactively address site monitoring queries, lead the team in resolving system-generated queries and support the timely and accurate entry of clinical trial data into electronic databases (e.g., EDC systems).
- Collaborate with the Clinical Research Associate (CRA) during site monitoring and exit meetings.
Team Collaboration & Study Coordination:
- Support study coordinators in study management, audit preparation, and resolving queries.
- Actively engage with staff to streamline processes and ensure a cohesive approach to study execution.
Sample Processing & Operational Support:
- Provide leadership and support to the Sample Processing Room staff, ensuring smooth workflows and adherence to sampling protocols.
- Assist the Site Manager in operational tasks, helping ensure compliance with site-level Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Training & Development:
- Lead training efforts, organize site meetings, and provide ongoing coaching to ensure that staff are aligned with study protocols and operational standards.
- Cultivate an environment of continuous learning and professional development.
Miscellaneous Duties:
- Perform additional leadership and operational duties as assigned to ensure the smooth running of the clinical research site.
Ideal Requirements
- Nursing degree / diploma (Registered nurse), Biomedical Sciences or relevant qualification in Medicine
- Valid Nursing Council certificate (SANC) or any other professional certification related to qualification.
- Valid SA and ICH GCP certificate
- Supervisory / management experience would be an advantage
- Minimum 2 years’ Clinical trial experience; Candidates with experience in clinical trials would be given preference
- Computer literacy – ability to use Word, PowerPoint and Excel at intermediate Level
- Valid Driver’s License
- Flexibility to help out at other TASK sites and to accommodate occasional night shift and regular weekend schedules
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Good leadership skills and ability to motivate and lead a team by example
- Problem-solving skills
- Able to adapt and respond based on operational requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail
- Excellent follow up skills
- Excellent planning & organising skills
- Team player
- Professionalism
- Accountability
- Efficient and effective under pressure
Details:
Area: Bellville
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 15 November 2024
Please indicate in your application that you are applying for the above-mentioned position.
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process.
By responding to this advert and sending your cv, cover letter and/or any other documentation, you are consenting to TASK processing your personal information as contained in the furnished documents. TASK may process your personal information for recruitment purposes for suitable posts that may arise within the organisation. You agree that you have familiarised yourself with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act and understand your rights and obligations under this Act.
Overall Purpose of the Position:
Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Leading mentoring and managing a team of clinical trial recruiters and call center recruitment staff to ensure successful participant enrollment
- Providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to the recruitment team, ensuring that individual and team targets are met
- Developing workflows, assigning tasks, and managing team resources to ensure efficient recruitment operations
- Monitoring team performance and recruitment metrics, implementing strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Participant Identification & Recruitment:
- Overseeing the identification and recruitment of potential eligible participants for clinical trials by the recruitment team
- Ensuring the recruitment process from outreach to participant enrollment is aligned with study goals and eligibility criteria
- Providing potential participants with clear, accurate, and ethical information about clinical trials, addressing their concerns and facilitating informed decision-making
- Implementing and monitoring recruitment strategies aimed at reaching study enrollment targets, focusing on diverse and underrepresented populations
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with healthcare providers, community organizations, and patient advocacy groups and any other individuals or groups relevant to recruitment to enhance participant recruitment efforts
- Collaborating with study coordinators, investigators, and research teams to ensure alignment with study protocols and objectives
- Ensuring the team actively engages with diverse patient populations, including underrepresented groups, to ensure inclusive trial participation
Regulatory Compliance & Ethical Conduct:
- Ensuring recruitment activities across the team comply with ethical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and study protocols
- Guiding the team in ensuring participants undergo the initial steps of informed consent process with an understanding of trial participation and requirements
- Overseeing the accuracy of team documentation, data entry, and adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards
Recruitment Strategy Development & Implementation:
- Developing, refining, compiling and leading the execution of innovative recruitment strategies to attract eligible participants and meet study enrollment targets
- Analysing recruitment data and metrics to continuously improve performance and addressing any recruitment challenges
- Overseeing the creation of recruitment materials in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders, including patient-facing brochures, online content, and targeted advertisements
Pre-screening & Coordination of Study Visits:
- Overseeing the team's pre-screening assessments of potential participants to ensure eligibility for clinical trials
- Coordinating with the team to schedule study visits, ensuring adherence to study timelines and protocols
- Providing ongoing support and guidance to participants, ensuring a positive and well-supported experience throughout the trial
Ideal Requirements
- Experience in managing a team
- Good understanding of ethical requirements in clinical trials
- Proficiency in data management, tracking recruitment metrics, and report generation
- Experience working with underrepresented or hard-to-reach populations (desirable)
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including participants, healthcare professionals, and the recruitment team
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to oversee multiple tasks, projects, and team members
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in recruitment strategy implementation
- Leadership mindset with the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing recruitment team
- Passionate about improving healthcare outcomes through clinical research
- Commitment to ethical recruiting practices and inclusivity in participant engagement
- Results-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated with a focus on driving success in clinical trial recruitment
Details:
Area: Parow, Cape Town
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 13 November 2024
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process.