Junior Researcher – Non - Communicable diseases at University of Limpopo

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements   
Applicants must meet the following requirements:   

• A Master of  Science (MSc) degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Nursing Science, or a related field (NQF Level 9).  
• At least one (1) published research article in a recogni s ed peer - reviewed journal. 
• Demonstrable experience or knowledge in non - communicable dise ases research, particularly in areas such as epidemiology, health promotion, or chronic disease management.   
•  Experience  with  community - based   research,   including   data   collection   methods   (surveys,interviews, health assessments) and community engagement.   
• Experience with health risk assessment tools, such as the InterHeart risk score,  would  be  a strong advantage .   
• Familiarity with digital health technologies (mHealth, eHealth) and their application in public health interventions is desirable.   
• Ability   to work independently and as part of a research team.   
• Good scientific writing, communication, and organizational skills.  

Key Performance Areas 

• The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the SARChI Chair’s research portfolio, specifi cally in community - based NCD prevention, control, and management.   

Duties include:   

• Conducting literature reviews and assisting with research on the determinants of NCDs, including biological, social, and environmental factors.   
• Assisting with the plan ning and execution of community health assessments using the InterHeart risk assessment tool and other screening protocols.   
• Supporting the implementation of community - based  interventions,  including  health education, dietary counselling, and physical act ivity promotion programs.   
• Contributing to the development and testing of digital health tools, such as mobile health apps and educational animations, for NCD management.   
• Assisting with the collection, management, and analysis of epidemiological and behavioural risk surveillance data.   
• Ensuring accurate data entry, maintenance of secure research records, and adherence to data confidentiality and ethical protocols.  
• Assisting in the preparation of research manuscripts, reports, policy briefs, and other  scholarly outputs.   
• Providing research support to postgraduate students and liaising with the SARChI Chairholder on project progress .