If you're passionate about paediatric healthcare and interested in expanding your experience within clinical research, this could be the opportunity for you.
 
The UCT Lung Institute is looking for a Medical Officer to provide clinical support and conduct paediatric and adolescent research activities in accordance with study protocols and clinical research requirements.

This role is offered under the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s own employment terms and conditions, which are separate from UCT conditions of service.

⭐ What you bring:

• MBChB
• Registered as an independent medical practitioner with the HPCSA.
• Experience in Paediatric HIV and Tuberculosis.
• Experience in medical research studies.

Bring your clinical experience into a role that combines patient care, paediatrics and clinical research.

• 🎯 What you’ll own:
• Screen and enrol eligible participants.
• Conduct clinical assessments and physical examinations.
• Collect study specimens (e.g. blood, sputum etc.) as required.
• Monitor participant health and clinical outcomes.
• Provide clinical management and follow-up of study participants.
• Manage laboratory results and referrals.
• Monitor TB treatment regimens and schedules with treating physicians.
• Ensure study clinical procedures are completed according to study protocols.
• Oversee clinical team activities and study visits.
• Monitor and report adverse events and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate clinical and study documentation.
• Support study administration and monthly reporting.
• Maintain on-call hours for study participant medical events in rotation with other clinical team members

📍 Role Information:

• Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
• Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
• Based at Redcross, Cape Town

Be part of work that brings together clinical expertise, research and better patient care.
 
⏳ Closing Date: 23 September 2026
 
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
🔐 EMPLOYMENT EQUITY STATEMENT
We are committed to equitable employment practices and diversity in the workplace. Appointments will be made in accordance with the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s Employment Equity Plan.
 
🔐 POPIA STATEMENT
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