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SOUTH AFRICAN MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (SAMRC) VACANCIES
SOUTH AFRICAN MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (SAMRC)
SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (E) / SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (S) / SENIOR SPECIALIST SCIENTIST
R611A – BODRU
Closing date: 28 July 2023
Cape Town, ZA
Contract
Burden Of Disease Research Unit
BURDEN OF DISEASE RESEARCH UNIT
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.
SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (E) / SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (S) /
SENIOR SPECIALIST SCIENTIST
Duration: 5-year contract
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is seeking to appoint a Specialist Scientist (E) / Specialist Scientist (S) / Senior Specialist Scientist in its Burden of Disease Research Unit (BODRU). BODRU collects and analyses data on South Africa’s health status to estimate and monitor the burden of disease (the impact of health problems) and factors associated with the health of the population. The Unit provides information on the trends in the country’s health status as well as causes of disease and death for future planning to improve the health of the nation. It has developed exceptional expertise in summary health measures, health surveys, and mortality data and health informatics analysis. The post holder must actively contribute to the SAMRC’s transformation agenda.
The successful candidate’s statistical expertise will be required, to work in a multi-disciplinary team to lead in policy-relevant health research and burden of disease estimation.
Responsibilities:
• To provide expertise in study design, evaluation of study protocols, management of large datasets, questionnaires, survey methods and statistical analysis.
• Apply statistical methodologies to burden of disease analysis.
• Apply statistical modelling techniques to adjust cause specific mortality estimates from civil registration and vital statistics against triangulated datasets.
• Conduct advanced biostatistical/analytical modelling using both Bayesian and classical statistics.
• Provide statistical support to risk factor leads to perform comparative risk assessment analysis.
• Develop tools for the efficient replication of burden of disease estimation or comparative risk assessment analysis.
• Lead and/or contribute to papers for publication in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Disseminate research findings through national and international conference presentations, webinars, infographics, and data visualisation.
• Identify research opportunities and develop protocols to generate income for such research.
• Inform policy and programme implementation from relevant research evidence and scientific literature.
• Provide insight to statistical skills requirements for the unit, in consultation with senior management colleagues.
• Establish and sustain relationships with academic institutions to foster collaboration in research projects and burden of disease curriculum development, training, and supervision of students; and
• Advance capacity development and transformation in the unit by mentoring and supervising junior colleagues as needed, including in burden of disease methodology, advanced biostatistical analysis and data dissemination.
Core Requirements:
• PhD in Public Health, Biostatistics/Statistics, Epidemiology, or Demography.
• Minimum of 5 years post-PhD research experience with an interest in burden of disease estimation.
• Experience as a Principal Investigator on a research study.
• Experience in design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of cross-sectional, epidemiological or observational studies.
• Experience with advanced analytical and biostatistical analysis (both Bayesian and classical statistics).
• Experience in managing large datasets and calibrating data using statistical modelling techniques.
• Writing of technical reports and publication of scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in mentoring and building capacity in the discipline; contributing to transformation initiatives.
Advantageous:
• Excellent knowledge and experience of existing national health surveys.
• More than 5 years post-PhD research experience.
• Experience in burden of disease analysis and/or comparative risk assessment studies.
• Academic teaching, course development and skills transfer.
• Knowledge and experience in multi-morbidity (or related) research.
• Skilled in automated reporting using LaTex or similar programming.
• Advanced knowledge of Stata or R for modelling and analysis.
• Having acquired funding for research as a Principal Investigator.
Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
A salary in the region of R1 025 391 (Specialist Scientist -Entry level) or R1 198 489 (Specialist Scientist -Seasoned level) or R1 332 356 (Senior Specialist Scientist) will be offered, cost-to-company, dependent on qualifications and research experience.
Closing date: 28 July 2023
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R611A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
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SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (E) / SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (S) / SENIOR SPECIALIST SCIENTIST
R611A – BODRU
Closing date: 28 July 2023
Cape Town, ZA
Contract
Burden Of Disease Research Unit
BURDEN OF DISEASE RESEARCH UNIT
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.
SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (E) / SPECIALIST SCIENTIST (S) /
SENIOR SPECIALIST SCIENTIST
Duration: 5-year contract
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is seeking to appoint a Specialist Scientist (E) / Specialist Scientist (S) / Senior Specialist Scientist in its Burden of Disease Research Unit (BODRU). BODRU collects and analyses data on South Africa’s health status to estimate and monitor the burden of disease (the impact of health problems) and factors associated with the health of the population. The Unit provides information on the trends in the country’s health status as well as causes of disease and death for future planning to improve the health of the nation. It has developed exceptional expertise in summary health measures, health surveys, and mortality data and health informatics analysis. The post holder must actively contribute to the SAMRC’s transformation agenda.
The successful candidate’s statistical expertise will be required, to work in a multi-disciplinary team to lead in policy-relevant health research and burden of disease estimation.
Responsibilities:
• To provide expertise in study design, evaluation of study protocols, management of large datasets, questionnaires, survey methods and statistical analysis.
• Apply statistical methodologies to burden of disease analysis.
• Apply statistical modelling techniques to adjust cause specific mortality estimates from civil registration and vital statistics against triangulated datasets.
• Conduct advanced biostatistical/analytical modelling using both Bayesian and classical statistics.
• Provide statistical support to risk factor leads to perform comparative risk assessment analysis.
• Develop tools for the efficient replication of burden of disease estimation or comparative risk assessment analysis.
• Lead and/or contribute to papers for publication in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Disseminate research findings through national and international conference presentations, webinars, infographics, and data visualisation.
• Identify research opportunities and develop protocols to generate income for such research.
• Inform policy and programme implementation from relevant research evidence and scientific literature.
• Provide insight to statistical skills requirements for the unit, in consultation with senior management colleagues.
• Establish and sustain relationships with academic institutions to foster collaboration in research projects and burden of disease curriculum development, training, and supervision of students; and
• Advance capacity development and transformation in the unit by mentoring and supervising junior colleagues as needed, including in burden of disease methodology, advanced biostatistical analysis and data dissemination.
Core Requirements:
• PhD in Public Health, Biostatistics/Statistics, Epidemiology, or Demography.
• Minimum of 5 years post-PhD research experience with an interest in burden of disease estimation.
• Experience as a Principal Investigator on a research study.
• Experience in design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of cross-sectional, epidemiological or observational studies.
• Experience with advanced analytical and biostatistical analysis (both Bayesian and classical statistics).
• Experience in managing large datasets and calibrating data using statistical modelling techniques.
• Writing of technical reports and publication of scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in mentoring and building capacity in the discipline; contributing to transformation initiatives.
Advantageous:
• Excellent knowledge and experience of existing national health surveys.
• More than 5 years post-PhD research experience.
• Experience in burden of disease analysis and/or comparative risk assessment studies.
• Academic teaching, course development and skills transfer.
• Knowledge and experience in multi-morbidity (or related) research.
• Skilled in automated reporting using LaTex or similar programming.
• Advanced knowledge of Stata or R for modelling and analysis.
• Having acquired funding for research as a Principal Investigator.
Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
A salary in the region of R1 025 391 (Specialist Scientist -Entry level) or R1 198 489 (Specialist Scientist -Seasoned level) or R1 332 356 (Senior Specialist Scientist) will be offered, cost-to-company, dependent on qualifications and research experience.
Closing date: 28 July 2023
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R611A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
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SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST
- R 623A
- Genomics
Closing date: 25 July 2023
GENOMICS PLATFORM
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.
SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST
Duration: One Year Contract
The SAMRC’s Genomics Platform requires a suitably qualified research technologist to prepare RNA and DNA samples for next generation sequencing as part of the SAMRC Wastewater surveillance team. Additionally, the incumbent will be required to assist with the isolation of high-quality DNA and RNA from various sources for next generation sequencing as well as to perform other sample management and pre-analytical procedures in the lab. This includes rRNA or host depletion protocols and quality control for all samples prior to sequencing library preparation. In addition to this, the incumbent will be responsible for maintaining good laboratory practice (GLP), laboratory equipment and performing administrative tasks related to the core functions of the facility.
Responsibilities:
Core Requirements:
Advantageous:
Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). Applicants are advised that the SAMRC has adopted a Workplace Policy on Covid-19 Vaccinations as part of its conditions of employment. The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
A salary in the region of R 324 399 per annum, cost-to-company.
Closing date: 25 July 2023
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R623A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
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SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST
- R 623A
- Genomics
Closing date: 25 July 2023
- Cape Town, ZA
- Contract
- Genomics Platform
GENOMICS PLATFORM
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.
SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST
Duration: One Year Contract
The SAMRC’s Genomics Platform requires a suitably qualified research technologist to prepare RNA and DNA samples for next generation sequencing as part of the SAMRC Wastewater surveillance team. Additionally, the incumbent will be required to assist with the isolation of high-quality DNA and RNA from various sources for next generation sequencing as well as to perform other sample management and pre-analytical procedures in the lab. This includes rRNA or host depletion protocols and quality control for all samples prior to sequencing library preparation. In addition to this, the incumbent will be responsible for maintaining good laboratory practice (GLP), laboratory equipment and performing administrative tasks related to the core functions of the facility.
Responsibilities:
- Monthly preparation of sequencing libraries from DNA and RNA samples isolated from wastewater for next generation sequencing.
- Adherence to protocol, SOPs and timelines and the ability to resolve problems independently within the Genomics Platform
- Receiving and logging of samples onto LIMS (Laboratory information management systems)
- Quality control of documentation and processes within the laboratory
- Isolation of DNA and RNA from a variety of sources (e.g. blood, saliva, stool and wastewater) samples
- DNA and RNA quality control
- Assist with supply chain management as per project requirement so that laboratory stock is maintained
- Management of assets and ensuring laboratory equipment is well maintained
- Filing of documents as per operating procedures including keeping detailed and accurate laboratory records
Core Requirements:
- BSc or BTech In Molecular Biology, Genetics or similar qualification or higher
- 1 -2 years’ knowledge/experience in Molecular Biology or Genetics
- 1 -2 years’ knowledge/experience with basic molecular biology techniques e.g. RNA, DNA isolation, PCR and Gel Electrophoresis
- Knowledge of GLP
- Laboratory administrative experience, working with Protocols and SOP’s
- Understanding of quality control within a laboratory
Advantageous:
- Knowledge/experience in next generation sequencing laboratory workflows
- Knowledge/experience with sample management
- Experience with DNA and RNA quality control
Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). Applicants are advised that the SAMRC has adopted a Workplace Policy on Covid-19 Vaccinations as part of its conditions of employment. The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
A salary in the region of R 324 399 per annum, cost-to-company.
Closing date: 25 July 2023
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R623A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
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PROJECT COORDINATOR (R621A)
- Closing Date: 23 July 2023
- Cape Town, ZA
- Contract
- Environmental & Health Research Unit
ENVIRONMENT & HEALTH RESEARCH UNIT
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.
PROJECT COORDINATOR
6-MONTHS (Fixed term)
The SAMRC’s Environment and Health Research Unit (E&HRU) requires a suitably qualified and experienced Project Coordinator. This position falls under the E&HRU Water, Sanitation and Society Programme with a focus on the SAMRC wastewater surveillance and research programme (WSARP). Applicants should be energetic, willing to travel, have a keen interest in environmental surveillance, suitable qualifications and research experience related to wastewater or water quality. The project coordinator will work closely with the project team to assist with the coordination and implementation of the multi-site wastewater surveillance project which includes collection of wastewater samples within the City of Cape Town and selected rural areas in the Western Cape.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate technical operation of projects according to study protocols.
- Liaise with relevant provincial and district authorities, fieldworkers, facility managers, project manager and PI to plan data collection.
- Conduct Independent wastewater and water sample collection and apply quality control and quality assurance practices.
- Transport collected wastewater samples to designated laboratories.
- Manage/supervise fieldworker’s performance at one site across more than one study project including staff training.
- Organization and management of data, including data entry and record keeping.
- Monitor progress of research activities and generate regular and ad-hoc reports as required using excel and/or statistical analysis tools.
- Communicate the research outputs.
- Plan, coordinate and manage all logistics and operational aspects of the project and field sites.
- Laboratory storage management of wastewater samples.
- Laboratory extraction of RNA from wastewater samples.
Core Requirements:
- A completed 4- year Tertiary Hons degree in Environmental Science or related Science qualification.
- At least 2-years’ recent experience in the research environment focusing on wastewater or water quality.
- At least 1-year recent experience with collection of environmental samples.
- Experience in using statistical analysis packages.
- Experience in writing project reports.
- Code 08 Manual Driver license.
- Willing and able to travel.
- Completed MSc degree.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques (Good Laboratory Practices).
- Knowledge and experience with RNA extraction.
Advantageous:
Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
A salary in the region of R36 982.16 per month, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
Closing date: 23 July 2023
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R621A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
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