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Job Details

📌 Job Title: Research Study Coordinator (Clinical Trials)
🏢 Company: Afrique Connection Consultancy
📍 Location: eThekwini (Durban), KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time
💼 Industry: Medical Research / Clinical Trials
🏥 Work Setup: On-site

Company Overview

Afrique Connection Consultancy operates within a globally recognised clinical research environment focused on HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and infectious diseases. The organisation contributes to international research efforts in HIV vaccines, prevention, epidemiology, and treatment, while also supporting policy development and public health advancements.

Job Overview

The Research Study Coordinator will oversee and manage Phase I and II clinical trials at the eThekwini Clinical Research Site. This role involves coordinating study activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing documentation, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful trial execution.

The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical research experience, regulatory knowledge, and leadership capabilities to support high-quality research outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day clinical trial operations and study activities
• Coordinate study teams and oversee staff training initiatives
• Prepare and submit regulatory documentation to relevant authorities
• Ensure quality control of all study-related documentation and data
• Compile, analyse, and submit study progress and performance reports
• Maintain and update Investigator Site Files (ISF)
• Liaise with stakeholders, funders, and research partners
• Participate in national and international study meetings and conferences
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Health-related field
• Honours, Master’s, or PhD in Public Health, Clinical, or Basic Sciences (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a clinical research environment
• Experience working on or managing clinical trials (Phase I/II preferred)
• Experience with regulatory submissions (e.g., SAHPRA, BREC)
• Experience in protocol development and report writing
• Leadership or team management experience

Skills

• Strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS and/or TB research
• Understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Scientific writing and reporting skills
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

CV Tips

• Highlight your clinical trial experience, including phases and responsibilities
• Include regulatory submission experience (SAHPRA, ethics committees)
• Showcase protocol development and scientific writing experience
• Demonstrate project coordination and leadership skills
• Include publications or research outputs if available
• Structure your CV: Profile → Research Experience → Clinical Trials → Achievements → Skills

Benefits of Joining the Company

• Work on impactful global health research projects (HIV, TB, COVID-19)
• Gain exposure to international clinical trials and collaborations
• Opportunities to contribute to scientific publications and policy
• Professional growth within a research-driven environment
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team setting

Company Policy

Afrique Connection Consultancy is committed to ethical research practices, regulatory compliance, and high scientific standards. All employees are expected to adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and maintain confidentiality of research data. The organisation promotes equal opportunity employment and values diversity, professionalism, and integrity in all research activities.