Researcher- Clinvet South Africa x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Researcher
- Company: Clinvet South Africa
- Department: Study Support
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Industry: Animal Health Research / Contract Research Organisation (CRO)
- Closing Date: 17 July 2026
About Clinvet South Africa
Clinvet South Africa is an internationally recognised Animal Health Contract Research Organisation (CRO) that conducts veterinary and animal health research under internationally recognised regulatory standards. The organisation is committed to scientific excellence, integrity, regulatory compliance, and high standards of animal welfare.
Job Purpose
The Researcher supports the planning and execution of GLP/GCP-regulated animal health research studies by performing laboratory procedures, technical research activities, animal handling, study administration, and data management. The role ensures that research is conducted in accordance with approved study protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Research Activities
- Participate in daily research activities.
- Prepare study doses.
- Administer treatments according to study protocols.
- Observe study animals.
- Collect biological samples.
- Perform technical research procedures.
- Ensure safe and effective execution of research studies.
2. Study Administration
- Assist with Study Master File administration.
- Prepare study documentation.
- Support study close-out activities.
- Review raw research data.
- Perform data management tasks.
- Prepare final study files for shipment and archiving.
3. Study Support
- Support the Study Director and Principal Investigator.
- Assist with the execution of research studies.
- Ensure study activities comply with approved protocols.
- Contribute to successful project completion.
4. Adverse Event Reporting
- Monitor study activities.
- Report adverse events promptly to the Study Director or Investigator.
- Maintain accurate incident records.
5. Data Management
- Record raw study data accurately.
- Maintain consistent research documentation.
- Ensure data integrity.
- Support departmental record management.
6. Animal Care
- Maintain animal health and welfare.
- Handle research animals safely and ethically.
- Follow animal welfare regulations.
- Assist with veterinary-related procedures.
7. Clinical and Para-Veterinary Support (where SAVC registered)
- Provide clinical assistance to veterinarians.
- Perform para-veterinary duties in accordance with SAVC regulations.
- Manage veterinary products.
- Store scheduled and unscheduled veterinary medicines appropriately.
8. Laboratory Management
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness.
- Ensure laboratory equipment remains operational.
- Follow biosafety procedures.
- Maintain laboratory standards.
9. Team Collaboration
- Work effectively with multidisciplinary research teams.
- Support successful execution of research projects.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have one of the following:
- Degree in Natural Science.
- Degree in Biological Science.
- Degree in Laboratory Animal Technology.
- Diploma in Animal Health.
Experience Requirements
Applicants should have:
- 2–3 years’ relevant research experience.
Advantageous Qualifications and Experience
The following will be advantageous:
- Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
- Specialisation in:
- Entomology
- Parasitology
- Zoology
- Previous experience in a Contract Research Organisation (CRO).
Knowledge Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of:
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Animal health research.
- Laboratory procedures.
- Animal handling techniques.
- Study protocols.
- Research documentation.
- Data integrity.
- Biosafety requirements.
- Veterinary research practices.
Technical Skills
Applicants should possess skills in:
- Laboratory techniques.
- Biological sample collection.
- Dose preparation.
- Data management.
- Microsoft Office.
- Scientific documentation.
- Research record keeping.
- Laboratory equipment handling.
- Animal handling.
- Scientific report preparation.
Key Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong analytical thinking.
- Critical thinking.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Scientific writing skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Time management.
- Organisational skills.
- Teamwork.
- Adaptability.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Willingness to learn new systems.
- Results-oriented approach.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Curious.
- Professional.
- Ethical.
- Reliable.
- Collaborative.
- Self-motivated.
- Flexible.
- Detail-oriented.
- Responsible.
- Committed to scientific excellence.
Working Environment
The Researcher will work in:
- Laboratory facilities.
- Controlled research environments.
- Animal research facilities.
The role involves:
- Working under strict biosafety controls.
- Handling research animals.
- Maintaining laboratory standards.
- Occasionally working outside normal business hours.
- Collaborating with veterinarians, researchers, and laboratory personnel.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
- Ability to work in regulated laboratory and animal research environments.
Employee Benefits
Clinvet offers an attractive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary.
- Provident Fund.
- Employer-paid Death, Disability, and Funeral benefits.
- 13th cheque payable in December.
- Employer-paid SAVC/SAVA registration fees (where applicable).
- Study assistance.
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support.
- Study leave.
- 20 days’ annual leave.
- Additional statutory leave.