Postdoctoral Research Fellow at The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

Responsibilities:

• Assist with co-ordination of study activities and tasks
• Data processing, analysis and writing of scientific manuscripts and reports
• Create research translation outputs such as policy briefs and media output

Duration of the Contract

• 2 years

Remuneration

• R350 000 - R400 000 per annum depending on experience and does not include benefits

Requirements

• A PhD qualification (or evidence of submission for examination) in epidemiology / public health / biostatistics / data science/ medical statistics or related relevant field
• Evidence of excellent data analytical skills, with proficiency in STATA or R
• Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Code 8/10 driver’s license

Advantageous:

• Experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Closing Date

• 22 July 2026