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The Mycology Division aims to improve the outcomes of people affected by serious, life- threatening fungal diseases in South Africa and the African region through public health-focused epidemiological, clinical and basic science research and innovationAs part of ongoing core and nested work, the Division seeks to appoint a qualified Data Manager to participate in a number of vital roles and assist in realizing the vision of the Division This role is part of the Global Health Research Group on HIV-associated Fungal Infections.
IMPRINT is a collaborative project funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research that aims to improve the diagnosis and treatment of five major fungal infections that affect people living with HIV: cryptococcosis, histoplasmosis, Pneumocystis pneumonia , talaromycosis and emergomycosis Co-led by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and the Wits Health Consortium , the group brings together leading academic researchers, clinical and public health leaders, non-governmental organisations including Médecins sans Frontières , Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiations and community and patient representatives from Africa, Southeast Asia and Europe The Division is committed to conducting high-quality research that will benefit the health and well-being of people living with advanced HIV disease in low- and middle-income countriesTo assist with all aspects of data management for multiple research projects within the UK NIHR funded IMPRINT group. Including collection, processing, query resolution and quality assurance of study data as well as other research related duties such as documentation, ethical regulatory reporting and coordinationKey performance areas: Identify any queries on missing, illogical or inconsistent data, checking for protocol deviations and escalating issues appropriately Collection and monitoring of trial data and ensure that follow-up information is kept up-to-date, accurately completed and that loss of patient data is kept to a minimumDevelop, implement and maintain data related SOPsQuality assures all data in accordance with ethical and GCP requirements and SOPsSupport the Trial/Study Managers and Investigators with the creation and maintenance of tracking systems for the trial, including, but not limited to, tracking of documents and laboratory samplesSupport the Trial/Study Manager and Investigators in the establishment of procedures to ensure adherence to study protocols and administrative requirements Work with the Trial Manager/Chief Investigators to create and maintain effective filing systems including Trial Master Files, Investigator Site Files and administrative filesOversee the maintenance of participant files and archivingCoach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisationTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-managementMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops, etc.Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline Experience in a clinical trial or research environment will be an advantageCertification in Good Clinical Practice A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel as well as STATA or other statistical analysis software will be an advantageGood administrative skills together with database packages such as REDCapConfidentiality, tact and discretion must be maintained at all timesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamOnly if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.Note WHC, in accordance with their 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.AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
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