Purpose of the position
The objective of the assignment is:
To perform a systematic review of literature to characterize mycetoma epidemiology globally.
To work with partners to obtain retrospective information on cases of mycetoma.
Design, plan and implement mycetoma epidemiological studies.
Specific job responsibilities
Design and preparation of epidemiological survey protocols for mycetoma.
Review of reports from analyses of health facility data, literature reviews, and develop manuscripts.
Produce or contribute to special reports and statistical analysis of epidemiological investigations to ensure readiness for the implementation of planned clinical trials on mycetoma.
Supervise epidemiological research activities.
Job requirements
Skills and attributes
Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment and problem-solving competencies.
Very good communication skills in multicultural, multilingual environments.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team.
Well organized and structured.
Very good analytical skills.
Ability to contribute to the project delivery under minimum supervision.
Provide specialist services to operational line or project team.
Autonomy for taking actions and decisions.
Ability to interact with external stakeholders.
Ability to supervise at a smaller level.
R&D technical skills
Proven practical skills in design / implementation / evaluation of quantitative and qualitative epidemiological research methods.
Ability to design and implement field surveys, and to train others in appropriate data collection and analysis.
Knowledge and practical skills with computer software for data management and statistical analysis (SPSS, STATA, SAS, and/or EpiInfo), word processing (Word), complex use of spreadsheets (Excel) is required for data management, analysis, interpretation, and preparation of reports.
Ability to write scientific proposals for peer-reviewed research publications.
Knowledge of clinical research/development.
Knowledge of disease/academia knowledge.
Experience
Five years’ experience as an epidemiologist with a research organization, university, or public health services implementing agency is required.
Education
Masters’ degree in epidemiology, or a master’s degree in public health with extensive epidemiology training.
A PhD degree is an added advantage
Other information
Status: Part time 9-months consultancy
Travel and field work up to 40%
Deadline for application: accepting applications until 23 July 2023Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Application submission for this position may close early if we have enough suitable applicants
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