Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Modelling)

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Modelling Analyses: Lead statistical and epidemiological modelling analyses by designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated workflows across the ViGOR project.
• Collaboration: Network and partner with the Warwick statistical and epidemiological modelling team, research groups, and policy stakeholders to deliver integrated insights and support project management for timely completion.
• Funding and Grants: Work with the Principal Investigator to identify sustainable funding opportunities and develop competitive proposals for research grants.
• Learning Materials: Develop and maintain user-friendly modelling learning materials, including computational tools, pipelines, and dashboards; organize and deliver short online refresher courses.
• Mentorship: Mentor ViGOR modelling fellows, researchers, students, and interns by implementing and reviewing mentorship approaches.
• Dissemination: Prepare policy briefs, manuscripts, and other research work for publication in reputable scientific journals and present findings at conferences and workshops.
• Team Management: Supervise the ViGOR modelling study teams and participate in HR management tasks as assigned.
• Compliance: Ensure the study complies with all internal protocols, legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements across all research phases.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Education: A minimum of a PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, or a related field from a recognized university (Mandatory).
• Experience: At least one (1) year of academic or practical experience in statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable research institution (Mandatory).
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience in capacity building and using current health research technology, specifically cloud-based statistical and epidemiological modelling tools (Mandatory).
• Soft Skills: High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills (Mandatory).
• Teamwork: Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators (Mandatory).
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines (Mandatory).
• Leadership: Strong team coordination and decision-making skills (Mandatory).

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the KEMRI e-recruitment portal. Follow the link provided below to navigate to the official application site: Apply via KEMRI e-recruitment portal (This will redirect you to erecruitment.kemri.go.ke).