Background:
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health, and vaccinology
To implement pharmaceutical services as per protocols for clinical research studies conducted at WRHI research sites
57 Klein Street Hillbrow, Johannesburg
Comply with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
Comply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Manage general housekeeping of the Pharmacy and Clean Room according to infection control standards
Interpret prescriptions and dispense drugs according to protocol
Implement and maintain study specific procedures according to regulatory requirements and protocol
Manage all trial Investigational product and lead the prepacking and delivery of medicines for study participants
Maintain study documentation
Conduct internal monitoring and quality assurance
Identify any regulatory issues and bring it to the attention of the Project Coordinator
Prepare for any monitoring or auditing visits from regulatory authorities or sponsors
Advise participants on the correct use of or adherence to drugs
Maintain drug accountability records for all drugs
Conduct stock control to ensure the correct availability of stock levels and expiry of drugs
Maintain appropriate storage conditions
Administer, process and file relevant documentation
Order medicines (scheduled, cold chain, comparative, concomitant and basic) from suppliers to ensure sufficient stock
Ensure appropriate destruction of all expired and quarantined drugs
Compile periodic drug accountability reports and study specific reports as and when required
Complete Pharmacy CRFs and file accordingly
Maintain and file all relevant pharmacy specific participant documentation
Periodic review of all pharmacy SOP’s and quality management plan
Verify accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data Case Report Forms (CRF) as needed
Ensure errors on source documents e.g. CRF’s are corrected, initialled, and dated
Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviews
Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree
South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
Minimum of 4 years’ experience
At least 1 year in a clinical trial or research environment
A Certificate in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
A Valid driver’s license will be an advantage.
Good administration skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Self-starter and take initiative
Patient, tactful and empathetic towards participants
Attention to detail
Exceptional organizational and administrative skills are required together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV and a cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for
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Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful
Closing date: 16 October 2026
Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date
WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto
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Desired Skills:
Pharmacist
GCP
Clinical Trials
SAPC
Johannesburg
Degree
Immediately