Clinical Associate Vacancies x5 at Chris Hani Baragwanath

Main Purpose of the Job

The Clinical Associates will assist Medical Officers with clinical research activities. The work includes participant screening, informed consent, clinical procedures, point-of-care testing, study-device use, clinical data collection and administration.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice or an equivalent qualification.
• One to two years of research experience.
• Demonstrable clinical work experience.

Desirable Experience and Personal Abilities

• Previous clinical-trial experience.
• Good Clinical Practice knowledge or training.
• Excellent clinical skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A motivated, organised, friendly and professional approach.

Participant Recruitment and Retention

• Screen potential participants for the CRADLE SMART study.
• Obtain informed consent from eligible participants.
• Build relationships of trust and respect with study participants.
• Explain study-related information and answer questions in the participant’s preferred language.
• Support participant retention throughout the research process.

Clinical Research Procedures

• Perform and interpret blinded and unblinded point-of-care tests where applicable.
• Conduct point-of-care ultrasound using AI-enabled clinical tools.
• Use ultrasound tools to estimate gestational age and fetal weight.
• Support detection of fetal growth restriction.
• Support prediction of pre-eclampsia according to the study protocol.
• Conduct clinical procedures in accordance with approved research protocols.
• Use study devices to measure participant vital signs.
• Escalate abnormal findings and clinical concerns to investigators and the relevant healthcare team.
• Handle biological samples safely, including appropriate storage, sterility and cold-chain procedures.

Research Administration Duties

• Complete all relevant study case-report forms.
• Accurately extract information from clinical notes and laboratory results.
• Enter required information into the study database.
• Assist with procurement of study consumables.
• Support supervision of research study participants.
• Verify study and administrative logs.
• Communicate with donor representatives regarding compliance matters where required.
• Train administrative staff on reconciliations and donor financial requirements where applicable.

Customer Service and Stakeholder Relations

• Act professionally and respectfully when dealing with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain a high level of customer service.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with participants, staff, investigators and donor representatives.
• Communicate clearly and professionally.
• Manage work processes effectively to maintain strong productivity.

Self-Management and Performance Ownership

• Take ownership and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Ensure that work-quality and productivity standards are consistently maintained.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Respond openly and professionally to feedback.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, workshops, forums and conferences.

Documents Required

• A cover letter of no more than one page.
• The cover letter must clearly state that you are applying for the Clinical Associate position.
• A detailed and updated curriculum vitae.

How to Apply by Email

1. Prepare a one-page cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
2. Update your CV with your clinical and research experience.
3. Attach the cover letter and detailed CV to a new email.
4. Address the email to vacancies21@witshealth.co.za.
5. Use the subject: Clinical Associate x5 – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract .
6. Confirm that both attachments open correctly.
7. Send the application before 18 June 2026.

Employment Equity

Preference may be given to suitable applicants from designated groups in accordance with the employer’s Employment Equity goals and plan.

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