Snr QA and QC Officer

Essential Requirements : Bachelor of Science Degree or Degree in Health Sciences (advantageous) OR Grade 12 / Senior Certificate with exceptional work experience At least 5 years experience working in a clinical research setting At least 3 years in a leadership or managerial position is preferred Valid GCP Certificate (compulsory) Experience in auditing, monitoring, and maintaining clinical trials according to GCP standards (site files and patient folders) Experience in obtaining and adhering to regulatory requirements (SAHPRA, HREC) Experience in data collection and capturing within research is advantageous Experience in external audit processes is advantageous Knowledge of medical terminology (especially TB/HIV/COVID-19) Good Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Internet; Data Management Systems advantageous) Excellent work ethic, interpersonal, communication and time management skills Ability to motivate others Ability to work independently and display initiative Language: English. Afrikaans/Xhosa advantageous Responsibilities include (but not limited to): Maintaining and preparation of the Site Investigator Files (ISF) and Trial Master Files (TMF), including management and tracking of regulatory submissions Ensuring superior quality assurance and quality control of Investigator Site Files, by frequent monitoring and general oversight Performing the Informed Consent, Inclusion and Exclusion criteria QC processes and ensuring completion of corrections in all participant folders Ensuring superior quality assurance and quality control across participant folders by per-visit monitoring and utilisation of all department trackers Escalating all deviations and safety or general concerns timeously as per organisational chart. Following up on all corrective actions to ensure completion Ensuring that the latest versions of the Clinical Trials Protocols, Investigator Brochures and ICFs are filed in the Investigator Site File, and tracked as necessary Supporting the QA department and Manager with administrative tasks as required Assisting with all the preparation and management of all monitoring and auditing visits (internal and external) as required Supporting and supervising other site staff with day-to-day quality control activities and training as required Ensuring familiarity with protocol overviews for each study Preparing content for and attending meetings as required Additional Information: This position will be based in Cape Town Working hours 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12-month contract Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The University of Cape Town Lung Institute is committed to equity in our employment practices and reserves the right not to appoint. The selection process will be guided by the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the University of Cape Town Lung Institute (Pty) Ltd. Please Note: This Position is not on UCT Conditions of Service.

Location: Cape Town City Centre, ZA

Posted Date: 11/10/2024