Clinical Research and Development Specialist

at  Qetello Holdings

JOB SPECIFICATION: CLINICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Location: Gauteng
About Our Client: Our client is a leading medical scheme based in Pretoria, dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare benefits to its members. They are committed to innovation, quality service, and the well-being of their clients.
The position: Our client is seeking a Clinical Research and Development Specialist to join their team in Gauteng on a permanent basis. The role involves researching, developing, and maintaining funding guidelines, as well as assessing the clinical and health economic attributes of innovative health technologies. The Specialist will also ensure team members are trained to apply recommendations consistently to various functions within the organisation.

SKILLS:

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Office, Outlook, and Internet.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans with strong interpersonal communication.
• Team player with a caring attitude.
• Flexible in adapting to changes and management decisions.
• Proficient in problem-solving techniques and record keeping.
• Leadership skills and ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 certificate.
• Clinical Diploma or Degree.
• Registration with appropriate clinical professional body (e.g. South African Nursing Council, South African Pharmacy Council [SAPC]).
• Minimum 5 years’ clinical experience (e.g. nursing practitioner, pharmacist).
• Minimum 3 years’ managed healthcare experience.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Assertiveness and emotional maturity.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with an open-minded approach to problem-solving.

Please refer the Job description for details