Driver - South African Medical Research Council

The Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit (NCDRU) is looking for an experienced driver who is familiar with and has experience in community-based and clinical research fieldwork who will be responsible for the driving of research participants, fieldworkers and biological specimens as well as project administrative duties for NCDRU specific studies.

The NCDRU aims to improve the understanding, detection, prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with a major initial focus on cardiovascular and metabolic disorders in South Africa.

Responsibilities will include:

• Driving of research study participants

• Transporting of biological specimen

• NCDRU fleet management and allocation (logs and report writing – word & excel)

• General project administrative tasks (computerized systems)

• Assisting project staff members with ad hoc tasks, when needed

Core Requirements:

• A matric certificate

• At least 2 years of driving experience

• At least Code 8 driver’s license with PDP

• Experience as part of a research project team (as driver or fieldworker)

Advantageous:

• 3-5 years of driving experience. With some research-related experience

Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender, and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.

By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.

A salary in the region of R 226 589.00 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.