Biostatistician job at Makerere University School of Public Health

JOB DETAILS:
Position Status: Short-term contract
Reports to: Principal Investigator

Summary of Responsibilities:
• Supervise collection of quantitative data.
• Conduct data cleaning and manipulation to generate analyzable datasets.
• Analyze 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.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
• 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).
• Experience in analyzing longitudinal datasets and time series data is essential.
• Strong background in statistical modeling 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.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? send all the required documents to recruitment@musph.ac.ug
• Applications and supporting documentation shall be submitted as one PDF file (addressed to the Dean – School of Public Health) not later than 5:00pm on 18th December 2024. 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.