Background:
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences
WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives
In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to Academics
Wits Planetary Health Research
To design, lead and manage the WPHR quantitative sciences portfolio, focusing on analysis of climate and health data using traditional biostatistics and/or data science methods
Parktown, Johannesburg
Write data analysis plans for grant proposals and study protocols
Manage and oversee data science and related quantitative sciences, staff
Provide support for the Project teams in planning, implementation and monitoring of project activities, including tracking tools
In conjunction with the Scientific Lead and Project team, oversee the preparation of data for analysis of health outcomes and environmental exposures across Africa
Write progress reports of data analysis for Stakeholders, including networks and Funders
Participate in data science analyses with other Partners and external Stakeholders
Assist with coordinating the inputs of Partners on data analysis plans in grant applications
Stay abreast with relevant data analysis advances and collaborate closely with other Investigators on related studies
Publish scientific publications and compile conference presentations, and supervise PhD Students, where relevant
Generate ideas for data analyses and novel approaches to investigating the data
Offer thought leadership on policy implications and future research needs based on emergent research findings
Participate in discussions regarding the future direction of the research within Climate Change and Health
Provide thought leadership on how to best structure research activities in the team and amongst Partners
Supervise and manage the Data and Statistical Analysis team to ensure optimal employee engagement
Identify, supervise and provide clear direction to Consultants supporting the analysis activities
Perform and facilitate coaching sessions with the team to develop their skills in statistical analysis
Coach and train team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation
Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
Master of Science in Biostatistics or Data Science (a PhD will be an added advantage)
Minimum of 5 years’ experience with statistical analysis, and experience working in an environment that involves the application of public health principles will be advantageous
Good writing and data visualization skills
Experience in time series analysis in climate change advantageous
Ability and experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
Strong R or Python programming skills
Experience in managing sensitive data (e.g. according to the POPI Act)
Previous experience in statistical analysis of large health projects would be of added value
Experience working with large and complex datasets (e.g., remote sensing, health data, climate model data)
Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Maintain effective working relationships with all internal and international Project Partners
Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV and a cover letter (maximum one page)
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Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful
Closing date: 30 November 2026
Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date
WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto
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Desired Skills:
Senior Statistician
Data Visualization
Programming Skills
Statistical Analysis
Sensitive Data
Masters degree
PhD
Employer & Job Benefits:
Medical Aid and Provident Fund