Data Science Research Assistant at University of Nairobi

Ref: AD/11/130/2022,

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of studies, implementation and reporting of epidemiological data
• Extract, organize, store and catalogue large health datasets from multiple sources
• Conduct data wrangling processes on large and complex health and health-related datasets
• Implement statistical or other mathematical methodologies as required for specific disease models and analysis
• Support graduate and research fellows at CEMA and collaborating institutions in data analysis and modelling
• Use reproducible research methods to document workflows and analysis employed in all projects
• Provide data support to healthcare workers and public health officials implementing disease control and elimination programs
• Developing scientific abstracts, manuscripts and or presentations to conferences and other relevant meetings
• Mentor undergraduate students and recent graduates taking internships at CEMA

Requirements

• BSc or master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Veterinary or Medical degree or other relevant discipline
• Proficiency in use of a programming language (preferably R) for data analysis and/or modelling
• At least 1-year analytical experience working in a reputable academic or non-academic organization where data-led problem solving is a core part of the role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with healthcare data including longitudinal data
• Experience in mathematical or statistical modelling and epidemiological analysis
• Commitment and ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate complex ideas and methods clearly and simply to a non-technical audience
• Self-motivated