Research Scientist (Harare) Is Wanted At CeSHHAR Zimbabwe

May 18, 2023 Angie Blog, Jobs, World News, Zimbabwe 0

Research Scientist (Harare) Is Wanted At CeSHHAR Zimbabwe

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Research Scientist (Harare) Is Wanted At CeSHHAR Zimbabwe


Job Description

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the above-mentioned post under projects that are implemented within the SRH group of studies at CeSHHAR. The projects within the group are mostly mixed-methods evaluations of strategies to improve the uptake of health interventions, such as HIV testing, pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV (PrEP), contraception, and COVID-19 testing. The evaluations entail analysis of program data and qualitative research among individuals who interact with the programs.

Duties

Working as part of a team, the Research Scientist will be responsible for overseeing study conduct, data analysis, and publication of results.

  • The individual will also be expected to work towards becoming an independent researcher by participating in activities such as grant writing and capacity strengthening.
  • There is potential for the successful candidate to be offered a joint research position between CeSHHAR and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine.

Qualifications

  • A Ph.D. in Epidemiology, Public Health, or related fields, with at least two years experience post Ph.D. qualification
  • At least five years relevant experience conducting health-related research.
  • Demonstrable appreciation/experience with study designs commonly used in implementation research, using both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
  • Ability to conduct statistical analyses using statistical software (STATA, SAS, R)
  • Evidence of contributing to peer-reviewed journal articles, with at least three peer-reviewed articles published as first author.
  • Evidence of (contributing) to competitive research grant writing
  • Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively as part of a research team.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Project management experience, including managing research teams
  • Computer competency particularly with Microsoft Office packages
  • Ability to work with people from various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Demonstrable appreciation/understanding of qualitative research methods.

If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager and send to: vacancies@ceshhar.co.zw. Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line.