Lecturer; Biostatistics

Brief Description

Qualifications

At least a Master’s degree in biostatistics or statistics (or epidemiology with a strong emphasis on biostatistics)

A PhD focusing on biostatistics will be an added advantage.

Requirements

Evidence of biostatistics teaching experience at postgraduate level.

Publication of at least two 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.

Responsibilities

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 Wits / SAMRC Agincourt Research Unit.

Assist with the Biostatistics teaching in the BHSc programme.

Remuneration

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 give a short presentation during the interview.

The topic will be shared with the invited candidates.