Lecturer; Biostatistics

Qualifications

At least a Master’s degree in biostatistics or statistics. A PhD will be an added advantage.

• Evidence of biostatistics teaching experience at postgraduate level.
• Publication of at least one research paper in an internationally accredited peer‑reviewed journal.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic multi‑disciplinary team.
• Interest in and commitment to building research capacity.
• Postgraduate student supervision will be an added advantage.

• Teach biostatistics in the postgraduate (MSc, MPH, MMed, PhD) and short-course programmes within the Wits SPH and Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Provide statistical consultations to academic staff and postgraduate students in the faculty of health sciences.
• Co-ordinate biostatistics modules within the MSc programme.
• Contribute to research supervision of postgraduate students within Wits SPH.
• Actively develop and support research programmes within the School and affiliate SAPRIN Nodes such as Agincourt.
• To help with the Biostatistics teaching for the BHSc.

The remuneration package offered will depend on qualifications and experience and is subject to the University of the Witwatersrand criteria.

Please note that all shortlisted applicants will be required to present their vision for training and research in Biostatistics within the school and faculty.

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