Lecturer (Biostatistics) at University of the Witwatersrand

Brief Description        
Qualifications

• At least a Master’s degree in biostatistics, statistics or quantitative epidemiology.

Requirements

• Evidence of teaching experience at postgraduate level
• At least one article in peer-reviewed journals.
• Student supervision at postgraduate level will be an added advantage.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach biostatistics on the postgraduate (MSc, MPH, MMed, PhD) and short-course programmes within the Wits SPH
• Teach on the Faculty of Health Sciences statistics short courses as part of the research support to Faculty staff and post-graduate students.
• Provide statistical consultations to academic staff within the faculty.
• Co-ordinate biostatistics modules within the MSc programme
• Contribute to research supervision of postgraduate students within Wits SPH
• Actively develop and expand research programmes within the School and Faculty
• Actively participate in the academic endeavours of the school

    
To apply:

• Please submit your application using the following I-Recruitment link:
• www.wits.ac.za/vacancies or for internal applicants https://irec.wits.ac.za

Documents to be submitted with your application:

• A cover letter motivating your suitability for the post
• Detailed and up to date CV
• Names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three recent referees,
• ID (or passport and permit)
• Copies of qualification certificates and professional membership

 Closing date: 17 June 2024