Background:
The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (Wits PHRU) was established in 1996
The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation, and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children
In recent years, the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV
To conduct accurate, timely, and safe near Patient Point-Of-Care diagnostic testing at the healthcare facility level, ensuring Patients are correctly tested, results are promptly communicated and linked to care, and all primary testing records are properly documented at source in line with study protocol and good clinical practice
PHRU – Botshabelo Disctrict Hospital, Bloemfontein
Perform NPOC testing directly on specimens according to protocol, ensuring accessibility and timeliness of services
Keep NPOC devices functional and adequately stocked for uninterrupted daily testing
Ensure testing is conducted safely for both Participants and staff and in compliance with facility and study standards
Perform routine quality control (QC) checks on testing processes to identify and correct errors before they affect test results
Ensure all Participant information, test details, results, and observations are recorded in the appropriate source documents at the time of testing
Effective self-management and performance ownership
Grade 12
Biology/Life Science
Prior experience performing diagnostic or point-of-care testing in a clinical or healthcare setting
Experience working in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)-compliant clinical research
Knowledge of specimen collection, handling, transport, and storage procedures
Understanding infection prevention and control measures, including biosafety practices for handling potentially infectious specimens
Experience with accurate data capturing using paper source documents and/or electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap)
Knowledge of Participant confidentiality requirements and compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and applicable regulatory guidelines
Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), study protocols, and quality management requirements
Comfortable working with potentially infectious biological specimens while adhering to all biosafety and infection prevention protocols
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Adaptable, proactive, and willing to take initiative in a dynamic clinical or research environment
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficient in the use of computers and standard office software, with the ability to accurately capture and manage electronic data
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement appropriate solutions
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and consistently meet study timelines and deadlines
Commitment to maintaining Participant confidentiality, data integrity, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP), and study protocols
Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality clinical research standards
Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and after-hours as required by study or operational needs
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and challenging clinical or research environment
Comfortable handling potentially infectious biological specimens while strictly adhering to infection prevention, biosafety, and study protocols
Highly motivated, reliable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Organized, systematic, and professional, with excellent time management and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize competing tasks, multitask efficiently, and consistently meet study timelines and operational deadlines
Demonstrated professionalism, adaptability, and commitment to maintaining high-quality clinical research standards
Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV with a cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for
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Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position
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: 22 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:
GCP
SOP
GCLP
RedCap
Computer Literacy
Deadline Driven