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Research Medical Doctor
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About the Company:
TASK is a South African headquartered, multinational clinical research institute that conducts clinical trials to determine the treatment effects of novel medicinal products or devices in healthcare and offers services in conducting complex clinical trials in a wide variety of therapeutic areas.
Overall Purpose of the Position:
To fulfil the role of sub-investigator or principal investigator in the conduct of clinical trials, to evaluate the safety and efficacy of novel treatments or diagnostic options while adhering to strict ethical and scientific standards.
Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Providing clinical care and support to clinical trial participants
 - Performing clinical trial and protocol-specific procedures
 - Working within and providing guidance and support to a multidisciplinary team, including laboratory, pharmacy, administrative and clinical staff
 - Providing input and support to the management and coordination of clinical trials and related projects
 - Ensuring that ethical and regulatory requirements related to clinical trial conduct are adhered to, in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.
 - Creating and/or providing input to trial recruitment plans to enable clinical trial timelines are met
 - Monitoring participant safety and reporting adverse events according to protocol and regulatory requirements
 
Ideal Requirements
- MBCHB degree or equivalent
 - Current HPCSA registration as independent medical practitioner
 - Passion for, and preferably experience in a clinical research environment
 - Good Clinical Practice certificate (Preferable)
 - Candidates with at least 2 years of experience in clinical research will be given preference
 - MPS or alternate professional indemnity (Certificate of insurance)
 - BLS and ACLS (Preferable)
 - Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime and weekends
 - Flexibility to travel and work at the various TASK sites within Cape Town as and when required on a regular basis
 
Key Personal Inherent Characteristics
- Confidentiality
 - Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 - Excellent inter-personal skills
 - High attention to detail
 - Excellent follow up skills
 - Professionalism
 - Accountability
 - Efficient and effective under pressure
 
Details:
Area: Bellville, Brooklyn, Delft, Tygerberg
Contract Type: Permanent
Applications Close: 10 November 2025 (16:00)
Please indicate in your application the position that you are applying for.
If you have not received a response within one month, your application was most likely unsuccessful.
TASK reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement and not fill the above-mentioned vacancy at any stage during the recruitment process.
Meeting our employment equity goals will be acknowledged during the recruitment process
By responding to this advert and sending your cv, cover letter and/or any other documentation, you are consenting to TASK processing your personal information as contained in the furnished documents. TASK may process your personal information for recruitment purposes for suitable posts that may arise within the organisation. You agree that you have familiarised yourself with South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act and understand your rights and obligations under this Act.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Application Question(s):
- What is your notice period?
 - Do you hold a MBCHB degree?
 - Are you willing to work flexible hours, overtime and weekends?
 - Are you flexible to travel and work at the various TASK sites within Cape Town?
 - What are your gross salary expectations (before deductions)?
 
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 2025/11/03
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                    Research Medical Officer
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Seeking clinical trial investigator to provide comprehensive medical care/clinical support to participants enrolled into clinical trials at TREAD Research.
Start date : 1 November 2025
1-2 years clinical trial experience is a requirement
Open to work half-day = 7am - 1pm
Key Performance areas:
- Provision of clinical care to patients and participants
 - Accurate and comprehensive medical record keeping
 - Clinical trial oversight or management as designated by the principal investigator
 - Participation in all phases/components of the research process
 - Facilitation and resolution of queries from Data Management and Internal/ External Monitors within required timeframe
 - Quality Check of Source Documents during participant visit ensuring any outstanding components are proactively addressed
 
Required minimum education and training:
- Medical Degree (MBCHB)Qualified as Medical Doctor
 - Professional body registration: Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa
 - Excellent clinical skills and attention to detail
 - Ability to work under pressure and work well across multiple different projects and teams
 - Empathy and sensitivity toward people from key populations
 
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: 42.5 per week
Work Location: In person
Expected Start Date: 2025/11/01
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                    Data Analysis Lecturer
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Eduvos
is looking to hire the services of an
Independent Contractor, Data Analysis Lecturer
,
at our
Durban
campus on a part-time basis. 
Type Of Appointment
Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)
Purpose 
- To lecture Data Analysis-related modules, in the Law faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
 - To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.
 
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                    Data Analysis Lecturer
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Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Independent Contractor, Data Analysis Lecturer, at our Durban campus on a part-time basis.
Type of appointment:
Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)
Purpose:
- To lecture Data Analysis-related modules, in the Law faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
 - To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.
 
Minimum qualifications required:
- Honours degree in Statistics/ Data Science / Mathematics/ Computer Science/ Information Systems or a relevant qualification (A Masters qualification will be an advantage)
 
Experience:
- Minimum: 1 - 2 years relevant lecturing experience
 - Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
 - Relevant research experience
 
Modules to be lectured:
- Introduction to Data Analysis
 - Computer Skills (All Levels)
 
Responsibilities:
- Lecturing
 - General administration
 - Setting and marking of assessments
 - Preparation of notes and additional study materials
 - Quality Assurance
 - Management of At-risk students
 
Competencies
- Initiative and responsibility
 - Constructive teamwork, relations and networking
 - Influence
 - Analysis and judgement
 - Innovation and change
 - Systematic approach (planning and organising)
 - Steadiness (emotional tenacity)
 - Communication
 
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                    Data Analytics and Data Analysis Lecturer
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Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Independent Contractor, Data Analytics and Data Analysis Lecturer, at our Vanderbijlpark campus on a part-time basis.
Type of appointment:
Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)
Purpose:
- To lecture Commerce-related modules, in the faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
 - To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.
 
Minimum qualifications required:
- Honours in ITC
 - Certificate in Power BI
 
Experience:
- Relevant lecturing experience
 - Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
 - Relevant research experience
 
Modules to be lectured:
- Data Analytics (Power BI)
 - Data Analysis
 
Responsibilities:
- Lecturing
 - General administration
 - Setting and marking of assessments
 - Preparation of notes and additional study materials
 - Quality Assurance
 - Management of At-risk students
 
Competencies
- Initiative and responsibility
 - Constructive teamwork, relations and networking
 - Influence
 - Analysis and judgement
 - Innovation and change
 - Systematic approach (planning and organising)
 - Steadiness (emotional tenacity)
 - Communication
 
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                    Biostatistician Consultant for HIV Prevention Implementation Study Data Analysis
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Project:
Implementation Study on the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring 
Location:
Remote 
Duration:
12 months, part-time consultancy basis 
Application Deadline:
20 October 2025 
Background
An implementation study on the dapivirine vaginal ring (DVR) was conducted in South Africa, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Uganda and Eswatini. The study generated quantitative data on uptake, adherence, and user experiences. We are seeking a qualified Biostatistician to support data analysis for an implementation study on the dapivirine vaginal ring, a long-acting biomedical HIV prevention method. The consultant will analyze quantitative data on uptake, adherence, and user experiences, producing report and publication-ready results to inform regulatory, policy and programmatic decisions.
Scope of Work
· Review study protocol, objectives, and datasets.
· Develop and finalize a statistical analysis plan (SAP).
· Clean and merge datasets
· Conduct appropriate statistical analyses, including descriptive, inferential, and multivariable analyses
· Provide guidance on data quality, management, and handling of missing data.
· Generate report and publication-ready tables, figures, and outputs.
· Contribute to interpretation of findings and drafting of results sections for reports and manuscripts.
· Participate in virtual meetings with the study team as needed.
Deliverables
· Finalize statistical analysis plan.
· Clean and merge datasets
· Write reproducible code (Stata/R/SAS preferred) and conduct appropriate statistical analyses.
· Comprehensive results tables and figures (report and publication ready).
· Analytical report summarizing findings.
· Contributions to reports, manuscripts, policy briefs, and presentations as needed.
Qualifications
· Advanced degree (MSc) in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related quantitative field, PhD preferrable.
· Demonstrated experience in analyzing implementation science or public health studies.
· Proficiency in Stata, R, or SAS.
· Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications or reports.
· Familiarity with HIV prevention research and/or women's health interventions desirable.
· Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Level of Effort & Duration
Estimated 12 days per month (3 days/week) over 12 months (with flexibility based on agreed scope) from 01 November 2025 to 31 October 2026. Remote, with communication primarily via email/virtual meetings.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit:
Cover letter outlining relevant experience.
CV (max 4 pages).
Example(s) of previous analysis outputs (tables/figures/manuscript contributions).
Proposed daily or monthly consultancy rate.
Send applications to:
Deadline: 20 October 2025
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                    Senior Specialist: Data Management & Analysis
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- SAQA seeks to appoint a Senior Specialist: Data Management & Analysis to implement the data strategy and business processes required to create, maintain, and enhance data.
 - Reporting to the Senior Manager: Data Management & Analysis, this position will be responsible for the daily management of critical data assets, providing overall guidance and governance oversight for an allocated dataset, and actively managing the data.
 
 Requirements are: 
Minimum Qualifications   
- An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 7 or equivalent.
 - A relevant NQF level 8 qualification will be an advantage.
 
Minimum Experience
- Eight years of relevant work experience, including two years of working with large relational databases.
 - Experience and exposure in the post-school education system will be an advantage.
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies
- Good knowledge of the legislative and regulatory environment governing the education sector.
 - Advanced data and information management principles.
 - Good understanding of data management practices and compliance standards.
 - High-level data analysis and interpretation.
 - Complex report preparation for executive and board-level audiences.
 - Advanced proficiency in SQL, R, Python, Power BI, Excel and similar tools.
 - Project leadership and management of technical initiatives.
 - Attention to detail and quality assurance.
 - Effective communication and stakeholder engagement at all levels.
 - Training and capacity building for internal teams and external stakeholders.
 - People Management: Coaching and mentoring of team members.
 
Key performance areas:
- Manage critical data assets, ensuring governance, accuracy and compliance with data standards.
 - Provide oversight for datasets, ensuring high-quality data management.
 - Develop, refine and enhance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to data management and analysis.
 - Provide expert advice and guidance on data quality, validation and compliance-related issues.
 - Lead, plan and ensure the successful completion of complex technical projects and initiatives.
 - Prepare and present technical reports for SAQA’s governance structures, including executive and board-level committees.
 - Conduct, oversee or guide high-level, data-driven research to generate insights and recommendations that inform SAQA’s operational strategy and decision-making.
 - Represent SAQA in high-level forums, contributing to discussions on data management and analytics.
 - Facilitate training for external data suppliers on the use of SAQA’s load specifications and data validation tools.
 - Design and deliver training programs to strengthen SAQA staff proficiency in data literacy and analytical skills.
 - Coach, mentor and train team members to build analytical capacity and expertise.
 
Deadline:13th November,2025
- Research / Data Analysis jobs
 
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Onderwijsontwikkelaar Public Health – UPHO
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Wij zoeken een onderwijsontwikkelaar die ons Public Health-team versterkt en helpt bij het verder uitbouwen van ons onderwijs voor de geneeskundige vervolgopleiding arts maatschappij en gezondheid.
Dit ga je doen 
Sinds september 2025 zijn wij als Universitair Public Health Opleidingsinstituut (UPHO) gestart met het aanbieden van de opleiding tot arts maatschappij en gezondheid. UPHO is een samenwerking tussen het Amsterdam UMC en het UMC Utrecht. Voor de opleiding tot arts maatschappij en gezondheid, waarin verschillende thema's in de publieke gezondheidszorg aanbod komen, zoeken wij een onderwijsontwikkelaar die samen met de eindverantwoordelijk instituutsopleider het curriculum vertaalt naar inspirerend, innovatief en wetenschappelijk onderbouwd onderwijs.
Jouw werkzaamheden
- Ontwikkelen en vormgeven van onderwijs in lijn met het opleidingsplan;
 - Bijdragen aan de uitvoering van onderwijs binnen UPHO;
 - Meedenken en meewerken aan UPHO-brede ontwikkel- en onderwijstaken;
 - Toepassen van vernieuwende didactische werkvormen en digitale leermiddelen;
 - Samenwerken met docenten, opleiders en professionals binnen het veld.
 
Hier ga je werken
Het Julius Centrum is één van de 12 divisies van het UMC Utrecht, met circa 600 medewerkers in onderzoek, onderwijs en ondersteuning. Binnen de afdeling
Global Public Health & Bioethics 
werkt het Public Health-team aan het bevorderen van volksgezondheid en gelijke kansen op gezondheid, via onderwijs, onderzoek en opleiding. 
Wij hebben een betrokken en divers team van circa 25 professionals. Hierbinnen bestaat het UPHO-team met mensen uit Utrecht en Amsterdam. Je krijgt de kans om samen met collega's onderwijs te ontwikkelen dat ertoe doet – onderwijs dat bijdraagt aan een gezondere en rechtvaardigere samenleving.
Dit neem je mee
- Ervaring met het ontwikkelen én geven van onderwijs op hbo- of wo-niveau;
 - Kennis van, en bij voorkeur ervaring in, de publieke gezondheidszorg;
 - Sterke projectmanagementvaardigheden en ervaring met samenwerking met verschillende stakeholders;
 - Uitstekende communicatieve vaardigheden, zowel in het Nederlands als Engels;
 - Een analytische, toegankelijke en samenwerkingsgerichte houding;
 - Je bent resultaatgericht en hebt plezier in innovatie.
 
Dit bieden we jou
- Een salaris tussen de € €6594 bruto per maand (schaal 11), op basis van een fulltime dienstverband (36 uur).
 - Eindejaarsuitkering van 8,3% en vakantietoeslag van 8%.
 - Gunstige pensioenregeling bij ABP: wij betalen 70% van de premie.
 - Reis je met het OV naar je werk? Bij meer dan 7 km enkele reis krijg je deze kosten 100% vergoed. Kom je lopend, fietsend of met de auto? Dan krijg je een vergoeding van ,18 per km (tot max. 40 km enkele reis met de auto).
 - Mogelijkheden om jezelf persoonlijk en op werkgebied te blijven ontwikkelen.
 - Cao à la carte: kies extra arbeidsvoorwaarden in ruil voor brutosalaris, zoals voor de aanschaf van een fiets, vergoeding van je internetabonnement en lidmaatschappen.
 
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                    Veterinary Public Health Officer
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Closing Date
2025/11/10
Reference Number
WCG
Tracking Number
AGR 76/2025
Job Title
Veterinary Public Health Officer: Veterinary International Trade, Ref No. AGR 76/2025
Department
Agriculture
Salary level
8
Enquiries
Mr V Twala at
Job Type
Permanent
Location - Country
South Africa
Location - Province
Western Cape
Location - Town / City
Cape Town
Job Purpose
The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to monitor and control abattoirs in the Western Cape Province to ensure compliance with the Meat Safety Act, (Act No. 40 of The successful incumbent must be prepared to work after hours if required.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher) qualification in Environmental Health; A minimum of 1 year relevant experience in an abattoir environment; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence.
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas
Practical experience of meat safety risk management and export controls; Practical knowledge of hygiene management systems and food safety risk assessment applicable to food processing establishments, including abattoirs; Working knowledge of the Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act no. 40 of 2000) and Regulations. A valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa is recommended.
Competencies
Good administrative skills and knowledge of administrative procedures; Sound organisational and planning skills; Computer literacy; A sense of responsibility; Good interpersonal / communication skills.
Remuneration
R R per annum (Salary level 8)
Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to You may contact the helpline at Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
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                    research team manager: public health and zoonoses
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- Initiates, coordinates and manages projects. Coordinate project plan with the Senior Manager Research.
 - Manages people within projects, ensures optimal utilisation of corporate resources.
 - Compiles and manages project budgets.
 - Ensure all projects within the Division are properly managed and to the accepted scientific ad client standards.
 - Provide leadership with regard to research within the Institute.
 - Actively sources new national/ international research opportunities and assisting with proposal writing.
 - Plans and coordinates research with single or multidisciplinary teams.
 Identifies and prioritise the need for resources (equipment and material) in project (s) and manages them accordingly.
PhD in Biochemistry, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Veterinary Public Health or related fields.
- At least 8-10 years' experience post PhD in a relevant research environment, academic or private.
 - Evidence of a track record of peer reviewed publications.
 - Evidence of a track record of obtaining research funding (national and international).
 - Registered with a professional body in the appropriate discipline (SACNASP, SACI, etc) will be an added advantage.
 - Evidence of financial and personnel management, networking with national and international clients and stakeholders.
 - Evidence of good communication (written and verbal) skills.
 - Valid driver's license.
 
Enquiries: Dr Alison Lubisi - Tel:
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 SEPTEMBER 2025
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees. Certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver's license must be attached on the form.
A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.
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