Background:
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health, and vaccinology
To coordinate Social Behavioural Sciences (SBS) research: Conduct surveys and interviews; analyse quantitative and qualitative research data; facilitate achievement of deliverables according to protocols and project plans; and participate in publishing scientific articles informed by the research outputs
57 Klein Street Hillbrow, Johannesburg
Research studies implemented in accordance with approved protocols, timelines and project plans
High quality quantitative and qualitative data collected, analysed and reported
Accurate and complete study documentation, filing and archiving maintained
Regulatory, ethical, Donor and organisational compliance requirements met
Project reports submitted accurately and within agreed deadlines
Effective Stakeholder, community and government engagement maintained
Data quality standards achieved through implementation of quality assurance and control measures
Research deliverables completed within approved budgets and timelines
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training and research processes implemented effectively
Scientific manuscripts drafted, reviewed and submitted for publication
Peer-reviewed publications produced in line with project objectives
Policy briefs, abstracts and conference presentations developed and disseminated
Academic outputs and research visibility increased
Publications-related administration completed accurately and timeously
Research findings translated into knowledge products that inform policy and practice
Individual performance objectives achieved within agreed timelines
High standards of work quality, productivity and accuracy maintained
Continuous professional and academic development demonstrated
Research portfolio strengthened through active participation in proposals, publications and academic activities
Effective contribution to team learning, mentoring and knowledge sharing
Organisational policies, procedures and values consistently upheld
Appropriate corrective actions implemented when objectives or deadlines are not met
Master's Degree in the Social and/or Behavioural Sciences, PhD is preferred
Five years’ experience working in a social science research environment and/or medical research with social science components
Will be required to contribute effectively to publications (demonstrated scientific writing skills and literature review experience required)
Peer-reviewed publications with first authored papers
Advanced computer literacy with emphasis on working with NVivo or Dedoose, Excel and data analysis applications required
Experience with facilitation, focus groups, key informant interviews and dynamic community and high-profile Stakeholder engagement important
Exceptional organizational and administrative skills are required together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
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) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for
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Closing date: 30 October 2026
Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date
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Desired Skills:
Social Scientist
Research Management
Publications
Performance Ownership
Computer Literacy
Administration Skills
Hillbrow