Principal Scientist (2-Year Fixed Term Contract)

Principal Scientist (2-Year Fixed Term Contract)

Main purpose of the job:To manage and support operational, technical, scientific and administrative functions within DIH, so that the unit is supported to deliver on its core objectives sustainably and in line with the organisational strategyTo oversee a portfolio of programs and initiativesLocation:WDIH –Sunnyside Office Park, 32 Princess of Wales Terrace, Parktown - JohannesburgKey performance areas:Provide programme oversight to ensure the coordination, integration, and efficient delivery of all programmes and activities, including contracts; work plans; training, etc.Support programme staff to strategies, troubleshoot, plan, develop,





and execute programme activitiesDrive NGS strategy in line with long term operational strategic objectivesEnsure effective and efficient implementation of approved budget/s for the NGS programmes and projectsEnsure that NGS budgets are executed in line with applicable policies and proceduresEnsure that contract management is in line with applicable policies and proceduresCompile relevant management reports on a regular basisSupport/assist operations staff in ensuing IT infrastructure and systems are in place & enable efficient workingIdentify funding opportunities that align with DIH vision/mission and lead proposal developmentAssist/provide technical and writing assistance on proposalsIdentify, build and maintain working relationships with national and global partners, including donors, government and other relevant stakeholdersSupport the lab staff and scientists in managing workload and research prioritiesGuidance and development of research agendas and participation in conferencesAttend to all staffing requirements and administration including induction,





probation and disciplineRequired minimum education and training:PhD Degree in Medical Science or related field Required minimum work experience:PhD with ± 3-5 years' experience in molecular laboratory management (with exposure to human genome and oncology) or a medical doctor with relevant scientific/laboratory experienceProfessional Body Registration:HPCSADesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:Experience with students' supervisionCompletion of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)





courses will be advantageousMust have a clinical trials exposure with LDMS and LIMS understandingGrant writing skills & Academic writing skillsProject management experience will be advantageousFinancial and budgeting understandingMust be able to self-driven, multitask, assertive and customer orientatedAbility to operate in a pressurized environmentExcellent MS Office SkillsGood Interpersonal and communication skills with both internal and external stakeholdersTO APPLY:Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Ditto Hire (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions. This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL. However,





you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.The closing date for all applications: 23 October 2024.Note WHC, in accordance with their 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 thereto.Please note:AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.





Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

▶️ Principal Scientist (2-Year Fixed Term Contract)
🖊️ AJ Personnel
📍 Pretoria