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POSITION INFO:
VACANCY: BIOSTATISTICIAN
Location: Braamfontein
Industry: Occupational Health / Public Health
About the Role
A leading organisation in the occupational health and public health sector is seeking an experienced Biostatistician to provide biostatistical expertise, research, training and teaching support across health, research and workplace health programmes.
The successful candidate will contribute to research, statistical analysis, policy support, scientific publications and capacity development, while working with government, private-sector and research partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide biostatistical support for the development of workplace health policies, systems and programmes.
Conduct biostatistical analyses and provide statistical support across the organisation.
Participate in the planning and implementation of occupational health research programmes relating to occupational diseases and injuries.
Review, advise on and develop statistical analysis plans for grant applications, research protocols, publications and reports.
Coordinate and participate in training programmes for health professionals and students.
Contribute to biostatistics and epidemiology teaching and lectures.
Maintain continuous professional development in biostatistics, epidemiology and public health.
Engage with national and international partners on programmes of mutual interest.
Undertake research in public and occupational health and contribute to the broader scientific evidence base.
Provide technical advice on epidemiological and biostatistical matters to practitioners, employers and other stakeholders.
Prepare scientific reports and contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
Perform other reasonable duties as required by management.
Minimum Requirements:
MSc in Epidemiology or Biostatistics.
PhD in Epidemiology or Biostatistics would be advantageous.
3–5 years' post-Master's experience in Biostatistics.
At least 3 years' research and data-analysis experience.
A publication record of at least 5 publications.
Strong knowledge of Biostatistics and Epidemiology.
Proficiency in statistical software, preferably SAS, STATA or R.
Advanced Excel skills.
Knowledge of database management and data analysis.
Key Competencies:
Strong analytical and statistical skills.
Ability to analyse scientific and medical data.
Strong research and data-management capabilities.
Ability to identify data issues, present problems and implement appropriate solutions.
Strong scientific writing skills.
Teaching and training capability.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly, concisely and understandably.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Strong leadership, organisational and time-management skills.
Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Methodical approach and strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Biostatistician/Epidemiologist with a strong research background and demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis, occupational or public health research, scientific writing and data management.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and communicating statistical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
