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SOUTH AFRICAN MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (SAMRC)
 

 
SCM SPECIALIST (R775B) - CLOSING DATE: 31 OCTOBER 2024
 
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to advance the nation’s health and quality of life and address inequity by conducting and funding relevant and responsive health research, capacity development, innovation, and research translation. The organisation prides itself on six values: pioneering, partnering, excellence, respect, integrity, and citizenship.
 
SCM Specialist
4 Years Contract
The purpose of this role is to aid the Head of Division, SCM Supervisor, team leads and other Officials in procurements under the KFW project and other related SCM responsibilities. The objective of the role is to have appropriate “front-loading” (i.e. Procurement plans; bid specifications; appropriate strategic sourcing tools such as supplier performance & contract management for executing the procurement needs of the in all procurement needs of the SAMRC in relation to KFW.
 
Key Responsibility Areas will include the following:
• SCM Policy/SOP monitoring framework and other SCM governance legislative requirements
• Provide Assistants and Input to the Division Head on operational and strategic matters
• Demand Management
• Project Management and Process Improvement
• Bids Management
• Risk Management
• Acquisition Management – Compliance and Adjudication
• Staff Supervision and Coaching
• Contract Management and Performance Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Sourcing Management
 
Core Requirements:
• An appropriate bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in supply chain management/ Logistics or equivalent relevant qualification in line with SCM.
• 7 - 10 years’ relevant experience in Supply Chain; with five years of Bid management experience; solid understanding of demand management and some experience (two to three years) executing demand management strategies
• A valid Driver’s license
 
Added Advantage
• Solid 5 - 8 years’ experience in Tender Procedures in a research-focused environment.
• Postgraduate/ Honours Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or equivalent
 
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 Department at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
 
The MRC offers a total cost-to-company remuneration package will be negotiated in accordance with qualifications and experience.
 
Closing date: 31 October 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R775B) 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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SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN (R787A) CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2024
  • Cape Town, ZA
  • Full-Time
  • PRIMATE UNIT & DELFT ANIMAL CENTRE
  • Senior Research Technician (R787A) Closing Date: 30 October 2024
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PRIMATE UNIT & DELFT ANIMAL CENTRE
(CAPE TOWN 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.

Senior Research Technician
Duration: Permanent
Primate Unit & Delft Animal Centre (PUDAC) constitutes a team of pre-clinical scientists, laboratory animal technologists and research technicians. Our core business is to produce new knowledge and to provide pre-clinical and vaccine development research support, animal models and animal management services for biomedical research. PUDAC seeks to appoint a highly self-motivated and suitably qualified Senior Research Technician to provide technical support at PUDAC by performing the duties of a Laboratory Technician. The outcome of these activities is to provide research services to support the preclinical studies being conducted at PUDAC, that comply with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) under biosafety levels 2 (BSL-2).
 
Responsibilities:
  • Working with biohazardous biological samples and substances in a Bio Safety Level (BSL) 2 laboratory with significantly increased risk and exposure.
  • Use and operate BSL-1 and BSL-2 equipment including cryogenic/freezers and gas cylinders that may pose considerable hazards
  • Assist with sanitation, receiving and logging of samples (Adherence to SOP compliance).
  • Use of correct sanitation techniques, materials, equipment and protective clothing to clean labs, including animal labs of BSL2 section, surfaces, floors, equipment, and glassware/utensils.
  • Prepare material, reagents and equipment for lab essays.
  • Responsible for removal of laboratory waste (bins, chemical and biological waste)
  • Assist with laboratory preparations incl. labelling of sample containers, processing and preservation of biological specimens from experimental animals
  • General assistance - Ad hoc tasks from time to time to assist with smooth operation of labs, including experimental animal lab’s activities and samples transportation/deliveries, ensuring services continue uninterrupted.
  • Monitor and record general laboratory conditions (room and fridge/freezer temperatures, humidity, surfaces, equipment etc.)
 
Core Requirements:
  • Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Life Science
  • 2 Years’ experience in a laboratory setting, and/or exposure to veterinary environment
  • Ability to work within a team.
  • Wiling to undergo a health assessment including TB testing
  • Computer literate
  • Basic understanding of quality control within a laboratory
  • Maintaining records and following SOP’s
 
Advantageous:
  • 1-2 Years’ experience in lab animal environment.
  • Code 08 manual 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 R249 593 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications
 
Closing date: 30 October 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R787A) 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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FACILITIES SUPERVISOR (R792A) - CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2024
  • Cape Town, ZA
  • Full-Time
  • Facilities Management: Finance & Operations Directorate
  • Facilities Supervisor (R792A) - Closing Date: 30 October 2024
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FACILITIES MANAGEMENT: FINANCE & OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE - DELFT)
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.
 
FACILITIES SUPERVISOR
Permanent Post
The SAMRC requires a skilled experience Facilities Supervisor who will take a hands-on approach in creating a healthy, secure, productive and safe working environment for the SAMRC staff and visitors.
The position encompasses the effective management of the following key performance areas: building housekeeping, mechanical maintenance, general maintenance; electrical maintenance, plumbing maintenance, structural maintenance, security, cleaning, landscape, pest control, postal services, reception services, fleet management, client well-being and project management.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Set and implement planned preventative maintenance schedules in conjunction with the Facilities Manager.
  • Manage the technical budgeting process for all maintenance expenditure in conjunction with the Facilities Manager.
  • Set and coordinate service level agreements for approved service providers in conjunction with the Facilities Manager and the Procurement team.
  • Ensure that compliance is maintained with building and statutory regulations.
  • Manage complaints received by stakeholders via the facilities helpdesk.
  • Ensure timeous responses to complaints as per SOP received from stakeholders.
  • Project Manage minor building works and equipment installations.
  • Induction of external contractors onto the MRC sites and ensuring that health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
  • Manage contract staff and facilities management staff as required.
 
Core Requirement:
  • Certified Tradesman with a Facilities Management Certificate
  • Minimum of 5 years Facilities Management experience.
  • Technical – Certified Tradesman with electric wireman’s license
  • Technical experience – Mechanical, HVAC, Electrical, Civils, Structural.
  • Knowledge of technical, non-technical and business support services
  • Knowledge of OHS Act, building/construction and facilities regulations and municipal by-laws
  • Facilities building operations and maintenance management
  • Strong internal and external relationships using effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven experience of excellent customer service and tenant interaction
 
Advantageous:
  • Higher Certificate in Facilities Management
  • Previous experience in medical research environment with specific experience in a laboratory environment.
  • Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
 
 
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 R401 742 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing date: 30 October 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R792A) 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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ENROLLED RESEARCH NURSE (R799A) - CLOSING DATE: 31 OCTOBER 2024
  • Cape Town, ZA
  • Full-Time
  • Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit
  • Enrolled Research Nurse (R799A) - Closing Date: 31 October 2024
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NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES RESEARCH UNIT
(BASED: CAPE TOWN)
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. The organization prides itself on six core values: pioneering, partnering, excellence, respect, integrity and citizenship.
 
Individuals are invited to submit applications in response to the following position:
Enrolled Research Nurse
Permanent Post
The Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit (NCDRU) is looking for an experienced Enrolled Nurse who is familiar with and has experience in research field work. The incumbent will be responsible for managing the fieldwork at allocated sites and/or at the NCDRU research clinic, under the supervision of the project management team. This will include interviewing and collecting biological specimens from research participants, overseeing the duties of fieldworkers as well as administrative duties. This role includes training fieldworkers in anthropometric and other measurements.
 
Responsibilities:
• Phlebotomy and coordination with laboratory responsible for biochemical analysis
• Screening of blood results and coordination with the necessary staff if referral is necessary
• Blood centrifugation
• Adherence to study-specific standard operating procedures, safety recommendations and SAMRC guidelines and policies
• Meet the study desired sample size and the follow up of participants as required
• Administration of informed consents and study related electronic data collection
• Liaising with clinic staff/research team for efficient participant recruitment and data collection
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Maintaining a good daily recording system to document field activities and enrolments
• Share responsibility for clinical equipment and stock.
• Compiling and submitting weekly reports
• Maintaining regular contact with the study project management team to provide updates on progress and challenges
• Other duties as assigned by the project management team
• Assisting research staff members with other tasks, when needed
 
Core Requirements:
• Registered Nurse/ Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Minimum of 3-years nursing experience.
 
Added Advantages:
• Registered Nurse/ Enrolled Nurse: 3-year qualification
• 5 to 10 years nursing experience
 
 
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 401 742.00 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing Date: 31 October 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 799A) 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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ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: CONTRACTS AND BUDGETS (R795A) - CLOSING DATE: 29 OCTOBER 2024
  • Cape Town, ZA
  • Full-Time
  • Mental Health, Alcohol, Substance Use and Tobacco Research Unit
  • Administration Officer: Contracts and Budgets (R795A) - Closing Date: 29 October 2024
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Mental Health, Alcohol, Substance Use and Tobacco Research Unit
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to advance the nation’s health and quality of life and address inequity by conducting and funding relevant and responsive health research, capacity development, innovation, and research translation. The organisation prides itself on six values: pioneering, partnering, excellence, respect, integrity, and citizenship.
 
Administration Officer: Contracts and Budgets
(Permanent Post)
The Mental Health, Alcohol, Substance Use and Tobacco Research Unit (MAST RU) is looking for a Administration Officer: Contracts and Budgets to manage all administrative aspects of contractual grants, legal, financial tasks and research compliance activities within the unit.
 
Key Responsibility Areas will include the following:
• Managing the processing of local and international project contracts submitted to the Project Officer in the Contracts & Budgets Office and thereafter to the Legal Office for review and approval, then to the CEO for signing.
• Ensuring that project budgets adhere to the requirements of Contracts & Budgets and that spending is compliant with PMFA requirements.
• Monitoring expenditure on a monthly basis on all baseline and contract projects to ensure that spending does not exceed available funding, and ensuring that funders are invoiced in a timely fashion.
• Preparing spreadsheets for Finances to ensure that contract staff salaries are drawn down from their respective projects on a monthly basis according to the time spent on each project.
• Reporting any deviations to the unit director in terms of problems related to the signing of contracts, overspending on projects, non-payment by funders, failure of projects directors to submit documentation regarding ethical compliance or other research integrity matters in a timely fashion.
• Provide administrative support to the Unit Director and take a lead role in preparing sections of the unit’s annual report, budget application, financial reports, quarterly Research Outputs, and the 5-yearly external unit review application.
• Assist all staff in all MAST RU offices with the procurement system when ordering or purchasing supplies/equipment/consultancy services/sole suppliers and the tendering process for different projects.
 
Core Requirements:
• 3 years Tertiary Qualification, including a National Diploma or Degree, preferably in Business Administration, Project Management, Finance or a related field.
• 3 – 5 years of experience of Administrative and Financial Work In a science / research environment (e.g., Grants Management and Administrative, Financial Support to a research unit).
• Knowledge of research governance and compliance requirements.
 
Added Advantage
• Post-graduate certification or qualification in Project Management, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 5+ Years’ experience in Administration and/or Finance, preferably in a Science Environment (Grants Management and Administrative, Financial Support To A Research Unit)
 
Core competencies:
• Strong organization, management and communication skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in financial and contractual management.
• Problem-solving and proactive thinking.
• Knowledge of HR processes and documentation.
• Ability to compile and analyze training and skills reports.
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
• Financial analytical skills to monitor and report on spending.
• Ability to develop and implement financial plans.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and systems.
• Ability to draft professional correspondence.
• Knowledge of legal documentation and compliance.
 
 
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 Department at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
 
A salary in the region of R 534 050 cost-to-company will be negotiated in accordance with qualifications and experience.
 
Closing date: 29 October 2024
 
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SENIOR SCIENTIST (R798A) - CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2024

 
NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES RESEARCH UNIT
(CAPE TOWN)
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. The organization prides itself on six core values: pioneering, partnering, excellence, respect, integrity and citizenship.
 
Individuals are invited to submit applications in response to the following position:
Senior Scientist
(Permanent Post)
The Non-Communicable Disease Research Unit (NCDRU) is dedicated to advancing the understanding, detection, prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with a major initial focus on cardiovascular and metabolic disorders in South Africa. We are seeking an experienced Senior Scientist to oversee laboratory operations, set up and manage our biobank, as well as contribute to vital research efforts in chronic kidney disease (CKD) and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
 
Responsibilities will include:
• Biobank management: Set-up and lead the management of the growing NCDRU biobank, ensuring accurate documentation, storage, and retrieval of biological samples for ongoing and future research projects.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Draft, revise, and ensure compliance with SOPs related to laboratory work, biobank management, and research procedures.
• Experimental support: Assist senior scientists with experimental work, data collection, analysis and write-up.
• Research network management: Maintaining and expand the newly established network of CKD researchers in the country and the region.
• Scoping and gap analysis: Conduct scoping activities to synthesize existing knowledge in CKD, identify key gaps, and assist in designing and conducting new research studies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including bioinformatics, clinical, and technical teams, to integrate research findings into broader NCD-related projects.
 
Core Requirements:
• Master’s degree in biomedical sciences
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in laboratory-related research experience
• At least one 1st authored publication
• At least 2 years of experience in project management and data management
 
Added Advantage:
• 3 years of experience in NCD related field
 
 
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 591 632.00 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing Date: 30th October 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 798A) 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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SENIOR SCIENTIST (S) (R782A) CLOSING DATE: 28 OCTOBER 2024
 
ENVIRONMENT & HEALTH RESEARCH UNIT
(CAPE TOWN, PRETORIA, JOHANNESBURG, DURBAN)

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.
 
Senior Scientist (S)
Duration: Permanent
The South African Medical Research Council, Environment and Health Research Unit (EHRU) requires a suitably qualified and experienced Senior Scientist (seasoned). The applicant will be part of the Water, Sanitation and Society Programme and should have a keen interest in research related to heavy metals and their impact on human health. To cover the multifaceted aspects of the post, we require an energetic person with a strong theoretical and practical background in chemistry with a focus on environmental health issues.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage research projects, including ethics submissions, data collection, report writing and working within timelines and budgets
  • Proposal writing
  • Development of study protocols including laboratory SOPs
  • Conduct quantitative analyses and write-up for scientific publication.
  • Present research results to funders and/or collaborators at local and/or national meetings and conferences.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external scientists.
 
Core Requirements:
  • Master’s degree related to environmental chemistry, chemistry or similar
  • Proficiency in methods like chromatography, mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy for analyzing environmental samples
  • At least five years research experience working on environmental health issues within a research institute or related environment
  • At least 2 - 3 years’ experience in project management within environmental health
  • One 1st authored publication in a national/international peer-reviewed journal.
  • Ability to write successful grant proposals
  • Experience with capacity building
  • Ability to present a local and international conferences
 
Advantageous:
  • Progress towards PhD
  • 6 years’ experience
 
 
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 R917 251.00 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing date: 28th October 2024
 
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SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (E) (R791A) - CLOSING DATE: 28 OCTOBER 2024  
MALARIA RESEARCH GROUP
(DURBAN)
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.
 
Specialist Scientist (E)
Duration: Permanent
The South African Medical Research Council, Malaria Research Group (MRG) requires a suitably qualified and experienced Malaria Research Coordinator. Applicants should have a keen interest in field related research for malaria or public health.
This position aligns with the large projects being carried out by the MRG team. These projects focus on malaria entomology and parasitology as well as on the use of large data sets as well as the impact of climate on malaria elimination. Specific skills required include scientific writing and preparing journal publications, laboratory and field data analysis and interpretation and, basic statistical analysis.
To cover the multifaceted aspects of the post, we require an energetic person with a strong practical background and experience in malaria and biology or environmental health.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • To apply for research funding from national and international stakeholders.
  • To co-supervise postgraduate students (Master’s and PhD).
  • Co-Principal Investigator on research projects.
  • Review of international peer-reviewed scientific journals.
  • Review research grants and abstracts for conferences.
  • Presentations at national/ international conferences or seminars.
  • Effectively manage, train and develop students and staff.
  • Assist with the management of the MRG and involvement in SAMRC administrative/community engagement processes.
  • To advance transformation by mentoring and building capacity in accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan
  • To develop, implement and monitor progress of the Transformation Strategy of the Unit.
 
Core Requirements
  • PhD in field entomology, biology or environmental science
  • 3 years relevant working experience of malaria issues within a research institute or related environment.
  • 3 years project management experience within environmental health
  • A minimum of 5 peer reviewed ISI journal articles, 3 as first author.
  • PI on a research project and working on 1 other project
  • 2 oral presentations at international conferences.
 
Advantageous:
  • 3 years in a research environment working on entomology and environmental health
  • 3 years research experience working on malarial research and control
  • research fieldwork, data analysis, data collection, report and article writing
 
 
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 1 086 914 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing Date: 28 October 2024
 
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DRIVER (R794A) - CLOSING DATE: 24 OCTOBER 2024 (NCDRU)
 
NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES RESEARCH UNIT
(CAPE TOWN)
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. The organisation prides itself on six core values: pioneering, partnering, excellence, respect, integrity and citizenship.
Individuals are invited to submit applications in response to the following position:
 
DRIVER
(Permanent Post)
The Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit (NCDRU) is looking for an experienced driver who is familiar with and has experience in community based and clinical research fieldwork who will be responsible for the driving of research participants, fieldworkers and biological specimen as well as project administrative duties for NCDRU specific studies. The NCDRU aims to improve the understanding, detection, prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with a major initial focus on cardiovascular and metabolic disorders in South Africa.
 
Responsibilities will include:
• Driving of research study participants
• Transporting of biological specimen
• NCDRU fleet management and allocation (logs and report writing – word & excel)
• General project administrative tasks (computerized systems)
• Assisting project staff members with ad hoc tasks, when needed
 
Core Requirements:
• A matric certificate
• At least 2 years of driving experience
• At least Code 8 driver’s license with PDP
• Experience as part of a research project team (as driver or fieldworker)
 
Advantageous:
• 3-5 year of driving experience. With some research related experience
 
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 226 589.00 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing Date: 24 October 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 794A) 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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