Biostatistician
kampala, Uganda * Fulltime
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)
Health and Medical
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Location: kampala, Uganda
Fulltime
Salary: Confidential
Posted 1 year ago
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Principal Investigator
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervise collection of quantitative data
• Conduct data cleaning and manipulation to generate analyzable datasets.
• Analyse quantitative data, particularly longitudinal datasets and time series data.
• Develop statistical models and perform data analyses using appropriate software (e.g., Stata, R, SAS).
• Conduct quality control of statistical data, ensuring the validity and reliability of the analysis.
• Collaborate with the study team to interpret results and contribute to the preparation of reports and publications.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of data analysis plans and methodologies.
• Support the development of reports and manuscripts from analysis.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Master’s degree in Biostatistics or a closely related field (or nearly completed).
• Proficiency in statistical software: Stata, R, or SAS (candidates must be highly competent in at least one of these).
• Experience in analyzing longitudinal datasets and time series data is essential.
• Strong background in statistical modelling and data analysis techniques.
• Experience in managing and analyzing health-related data, especially HIV-related data is an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications and supporting documentation shall be submitted as one PDF file to recruitment@musph.ac.ug (addressed to the Dean – School of Public Health) Please quote the position you are applying for in the subject head of your email and provide a reliable 24-hour phone contact. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 18th December 2024 by 5:00pm
Deadline: Expired
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