Medical Researcher

Job Description

As a Medical Researcher in Johannesburg, you will engage in vital research projects aimed at exploring new treatments and improving healthcare practices. Your expertise will contribute to groundbreaking studies that make a difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Develop protocols for clinical studies and applications.
• Ensure high standards of data integrity throughout the research process.
• Act as a mentor to junior researchers and interns.
• Focus on the analysis and interpretation of complex datasets.
• Engage with partners and stakeholders to identify research opportunities.
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables, ensuring timely completion.

Requirements

Education

• Ph.D. in Medical Science or a related field
• Additional certifications in clinical research are preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in research settings

Technical Skills

• Clinical Research Design
• Data Management Systems

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills

Certifications

• Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA)
• Clinical Research Ethics Course Certification

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Zulu: Basic

Advantageous

• Knowledge of bioinformatics: Understanding of bioinformatics tools and their applications in research.
• Experience in patient recruitment: Skilled in recruiting and managing study participants.

Benefits

• Full medical aid and wellness programs
• Annual leave and public holidays
• Paid sabbaticals for long-term employees
• Support for conferences and certifications

Company Culture

• Continuous Improvement: We focus on continuous improvement in our research methodologies and team dynamics.
• Ethical Standards: Upholding high ethical standards is fundamental in our research practices.
• Community Engagement: We aim to engage with the community through our research outputs.