Division : Non-Communicable Diseases Research (NCDR)
Main purpose of the job :
- The applicant will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, international and supportive research environment (within the Strengthening Oncology Services Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand- SOSRU) and supervised by Dr Maureen Joffe, SOSRU Director and Prof Dan ONeil Yale University, USA, collaborator on the early detection of breast cancer research programme
Location :
Johannesburg, and the study will be based in SowetoKey performance areas :
Project manage a study to assess the feasibility and acceptability of home-based screening clinical breast examination in SowetoPerform qualitative needs analysis research through in-depth interviews and focus group sessions with identified stakeholders (Community Health Workers, CHW Managers, Clinical Stakeholders, Community Leaders and Community Women in their homes)Manage and participate in the training of clinical research assistants who will conduct the interviews and focus group sessionsParticipate as a co-researcher in data analysis, coding and publication writeupLead or support implementation science projects, particularly those focused on needs analysis and field operationalisation of interventions (non-drug trials)Apply appropriate qualitative and / or implementation science theoretical and conceptual frameworks to guide study design and analysisUndertake acceptability assessments of interventions using established theoretical modelsContribute to the development of study protocols, data collection tools, and analytic frameworksCollaborate with multidisciplinary research teams and stakeholders across various project phasesPrepare reports, presentations, and manuscripts to disseminate research findingsEnsure adherence to ethical standards and quality assurance processes in all research activitiesRequired minimum education and training :
Relevant PhD DegreeRequired minimum work experience :
1 year experience in FieldworkFamiliar with the Public Health System, is requiredDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities :
Having experience in managing study support staff (trained fieldworkers) will be an advantageFriendly outgoing personalityExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsGood emotional intelligenceTO APPLY :
Only if you mee t the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CVPlease Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate, and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditionsThis will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNELHowever, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job marketPlease take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective positionWits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidatesCandidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessfulClosing date : 25 November 2025Note : No CV will be accepted after the closing datePlease note :
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