Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Modelling) - Kilifi at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in statistical and epidemiological modelling analyses by designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated statistical modelling workflows across ViGOR.
• Network, collaborate and partner with the Warwick statistical and epidemiological modelling team, other ViGOR partners, research groups and other internal and external policy stakeholders to deliver integrated modelling insights for Central and East Africa and support in Project Management to ensure quality of outputs and timely completion of the Project
• Work with the Principal Investigator and other Programme Researchers to identify sustainable funding opportunities and develop proposals to secure Research Grants and funding.
• Develop and maintain user-friendly statistical and epidemiological modelling learning materials such as computational tools, pipelines, and dashboards to support routine model inference and surveillance as well as organizing and delivering short online refresher courses
• Mentor ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling fellows by developing, implementing and reviewing modelling mentorship approaches to the assigned ViGOR fellows, other researchers, students and interns.
• Disseminate and publish ViGOR study research work by preparing policy briefs, manuscripts, publishing in reputable scientific journals and disseminating at various internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops and other relevant Scientific forums
• Manage the ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling study teams by providing direct supervision to team members and participate in other HR Management issues as assigned
• Contribute to the ViGOR Study’s full compliance with all relevant internal protocols, policies and procedures as well as all legal, ethical and regulatory requirements by ensuring proper documentation and adherence at all Research Phases.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Minimum PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, or any other relevant field from a recognized university    Mandatory
• Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable Research institution    Mandatory
• Demonstrated experience in capacity building and the use of current technology in Health Research, specifically the cloud-based Statistical and epidemiological modelling tools    Mandatory
• Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality    Mandatory
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills    Mandatory
• Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators    Mandatory
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines.    Mandatory
• Strong team coordination and decision-making skills    Mandatory