Research Officer (Lecturer) (MASHA) at University of Cape Town

Requirements for the job:

• MSc in mathematical modelling of disease, mathematics, statistics, computer science, public health or other related fields
• At least 3 years’ relevant research experience in the development and application of mathematical models to address applied health questions
• A good publication track record
• Strong quantitative, analytical and programming skills (preferably in at least one of R, C++, or Python)
• Demonstrated expertise in the areas of mathematical disease modelling, epidemiology and public health  
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment
• Well-developed and professional interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective time-management skills and the ability to organize, prioritize and multi task
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Advantageous:

• PhD in mathematical modelling of disease or other related fields
• Experience in working with national and international policymakers
• Experience in grant writing and securing funding
• Experience in supervision of postgraduate students and teaching
• Exposure to health economics for policy

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the MASHA team on disease-related research projects
• Develop and apply mathematical models to support policy making
• Lead and support meetings and workshops with clients
• Supervise and/or mentor at most two postgraduate students at MASHA
• Manuscript and report writing
• Draft funding applications
• Be part of research projects from the design phase to the publication phase.
• The candidate is expected to enroll in a PhD program within the first year of appointment.