HIV AND OTHER INFECTIOUS DISEASES RESEARCH UNIT

(DURBAN OFFICE)

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST- CLINICAL PATHOLOGY

Duration: One-Year Contract

Responsibilities:

• To conduct laboratory duties at the HIDRU laboratories in compliance with local and international regulations i.e: SANAS, SA GCP, DAIDS Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)

• Processing and management of samples during the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical stages

• To provide accurate results within stipulated turnaround times

• Management of laboratory documentation at the onsite laboratory/central laboratory

• Adhere to the internal and external quality control and quality assurance programs.

• Management of onsite/central laboratory stock.

• Train, mentor and assess new laboratory staff.

• Perform validations, verifications, and proficiency/competency testing.

• Preparation of monthly reports.

• Preparation of the laboratory for audits. Participation in local and international audits.

• Be willing to work at all HIDRU site laboratories and other areas of laboratory as needed.

• Be willing to work on HIV studies, TB studies, COVID-19 studies, and studies linked to other infectious diseases.

Core Requirements:

• National Diploma - Biomedical Technology or similar equivalent qualification or higher

• 1- year experience in a Clinical Pathology laboratory, post qualification

• Proof of current registration with the Health Professions Council of SA in Clinical Pathology, Independent Practice

• Willing to work outside normal working hours, i.e., afterhours and weekends.

Advantageous:

• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice [GCLP], International Air Transport Association (IATA) training

• Previous research/clinical trial experience

• A Code 8 driver’s license

Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender, and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.

A salary in the region of R 455 778 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.

Closing date: O4 October 2024

PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 780A ) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.

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