Position: 4 x Research Nurses (Shurugwi)
Full time: 12 months
Job Purpose
Zvitambo is seeking four experienced research nurses to conduct the LIFE-ED cohort study.
LIFE-ED will undertake 1-day assessments on 500 children enrolled in the SHINE trial
between 2012-2015, and who are now turning 12-13 years old. Children will attend a study
clinic in Shurugwi for a series of tests to assess cognitive function, mental health, physical
function, cardiometabolic health, gut function and body composition. You will be trained in
all study procedures during a pilot data collection phase, and you will contribute to
dissemination activities at the end of the study.
Duties and Responsibilities
Main Duties
Sensitising children and their care givers about the study
Undertake written informed consent
Collect data from children and their caregivers
Undertake anthropometry and body composition assessments
Collect urine, blood and stool specimens
Undertake cognitive and mental health test batteries
Record all data on electronic CRFs
Refer children with clinical concerns
Respond to data queries
Maintaining proper documentation of all study procedures conducted
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications:
Primary Care Nursing Certificate with valid practicing certificate and at least 5 year’s
experience.
Commitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary research team
Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate
effectively with rural community members as well as clinic staff.
Excellent organisational skills
Strong motivational skills
Attention to detail in collection of data
Ability to work to strict deadlines.
Fluency in local language and English.
Computer literacy is an added advantage
Experience working in a research environment is an added advantage
How to Apply
How to apply:
Please follow the link https://form.jotform.com/250991414186562
Application heading:
“Application for Research Nurse - LIFE-ED.” The closing date for applications is 4th
November 2026.
Please include a cover letter, CV, and other supporting documents; it is preferable if this can
be combined as one PDF document. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Consider
your application unsuccessful if not contacted within two (2) weeks after the closing date of
the advert. Any form of lobbying at any stage will lead to automatic disqualification.
By submitting your personal information, you consent to Zvitambo holding and using it in
accordance with its recruitment policy and procedures. Zvitambo reserves the right to verify
documents attached with the relevant awarding institutions to authenticate their validity.
Zvitambo is an equal opportunity employer committed to having a diverse work force
