Senior Researcher

Senior Researcher:  Clinvet South Africa

Clinvet is internationally recognized as one of the leading animal health Contract Research Organizations. We’re driven by science, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in animal care and research. 

We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Researcher to join our Study Management team at our Bloemfontein site. This position is ideally suited to motivated and enthusiastic individuals seeking to advance their research careers while contributing to innovative research that improves animal health.

Primary Job Purpose

To independently manage and execute GLP/GCP-regulated research studies by applying advanced scientific, technical, and regulatory knowledge. To ensure study accuracy, data integrity, and animal welfare while contributing to the continuous improvement of study management processes and providing guidance to technical and junior scientific staff.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in day-to-day research activities such as dose preparation, administration, observations, sample collection, and other related research tasks to ensure safe and successful study practices


• Act as Study Director/Investigator on a speciality of GCP, GLP and non-standard studies by taking full responsibility for study start-up, conduct and close-out, including Sponsor communication for delivering efficient and high-quality research in line with compliance and timelines


• Develop, validate and execute novel study models to high-quality in line with compliance and timelines


• Quality control of raw data


• Maintain and optimise animal health and wellbeing


• Clinical assistance to Veterinarians and perform Para-Veterinary tasks according to SAVC rules (if SAVC registered)


• Management, handling and storage of scheduled/unscheduled veterinary products (if SAVC registered)


• Maintain assigned laboratory spaces and equipment in good working order and cleanliness


• Review and compile controlled documents as needed


• Provide mentorship and specialist training to research and technical staff

Qualification and Experience requirements

• MSc in Biological Science (preferably Entomology or Zoology or Parasitology), or


• BVSc, or


• PhD in a relevant field, and


• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a research/related role

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Specialisation in Entomology, Parasitology, or Zoology is considered highly beneficial


• Experience in the CRO (Contract Research Organization) industry will be an advantage

Additional Information

• Laboratory/research environment with strict access and biosafety controls


• Interact with and handle animals


• Flexibility to work outside regular hours when necessary or as per departmental schedule


• Valid driver’s license required

Specific skills and abilities required

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to deliver under time pressure


• Competency in Microsoft Office suite and willingness to learn new systems


• Collaborative, curious, and results-oriented


• Excellent communication and scientific writing skills


• High flexibility to function in diverse teams


• Strong time management and organisational skills


• Critical and analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset


• Mentoring Skills

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary package


• Provident Fund


• Death, Disability and Funeral benefits paid by the employer


• 13th Cheque payable in December


• SAVC/SAVA registration fees paid by employer


• Study and CPD assistance by the employer, including study leave


• 20 days Annual Leave, as well as other leave as per relevant legislation

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Closing Date:  17 July 2026

Employment Equity 

The company is committed to ensuring that its internal policies, practices, and systems are free of barriers, emphasize the value of diversity, and promote full participation to ensure dignity, respect, and equal access for all employees. This position qualifies to be filled with a candidate from a previously disadvantaged group as per the company’s employment equity policy provided that all criteria are met by the EE candidate. 

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