We are hiring a Biostatistician
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 and Experience:
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- 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
