Pharmacist (Locum - Wits RHI)

Main purpose of the job: To implement pharmaceutical services as per protocols for clinical research studies conducted at Wits RHI research sitesLocation:Maria Rantho Clinic (Soshanguve)Phedisong 1 Clinic (Ga-Rankuwa)Key performance areas: Comply with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirementsImplement and maintain study specific procedures according to regulatory requirements and protocolProvide training and mentorship to the project team on all pharmaceutical aspects of the project, including but not limited to stock management, dispensing and pharmacovigilanceMaintain study documentationConduct internal monitoring and quality control/assuranceIdentify any regulatory issues and bring it to the attention of the study investigatorsPrepare for any monitoring or auditing visits from regulatory authorities or sponsorsSupport the general housekeeping of the DoH site pharmacies according to infection control standardsSupervise the dispensing processes followed by NIMART-trained nurses in line with the protocol and local regulationsProvide education on the correct use of or adherence to drugsMaintain drug accountability records for all drugsConduct stock control to ensure the correct availability of stock levels and expiry of drugsAdminister process and file relevant documentationOrder medicines (scheduled, cold chain, comparative, concomitant and basic) to ensure sufficient stockEnsure appropriate destruction of all expired and quarantined drugsMaintain appropriate storage conditionsCompile periodic drug accountability reports and study specific reports as and when requiredOversee the completion and filing of Pharmacy Case Report Forms (CRFs)Maintain and file all relevant pharmacy specific participant documentationSupport the documentation and reporting of adverse events in study participantsPeriodic review of all pharmacy SOPs and quality management planDevelop and effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders including DoH, regional pharmacy, funders, private health service providers, partners and relevant Wits RHI structuresServe as a representative of the pharmacyComply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Verify accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data Case Report Forms (CRF) as neededEnsure errors on source documents e.g. CRFs are corrected, initialled and datedSupport the timely transmission/data faxing of relevant Case Report Forms following QC activity (as needed)Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviewsAssist with staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisationPromote harmony, teamwork and sharing of informationRequired minimum education and training: Bachelor of Pharmacy DegreeValid drivers license and own transport requiredProfessional Body Registration:South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)Required minimum work experience: Minimum of 4 years experience of which one should be in a clinical trial or research environmentDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:Interest and expertise in HIV prevention, STI management, adolescent health and/or sexual and reproductive healthCertification in Good Clinical PracticeWell organised, ordered, systematic and analyticalWorking knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAssertive, confident and adaptableAble to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamDisplay a concern for patients and willingness to respond to patients needs and requirementsAble to prioritise own work load, take initiative (pro-active) and work to tight deadlinesSelf-motivated with a high regard for work ethic, values and integrityTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership for driving own career development by participating in on-going training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops etcTO APPLY:Only if you meet 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: 08 December 2025Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing datePlease note:WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments theretoAJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health ConsortiumAJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position