The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) was established in 1969 with the aim to deliver on a mandate to promote the improvement of the health and the quality of life of the population of our country through research, development and technology transfer.
The scope of the SAMRC’s research includes basic laboratory investigations, clinical research...
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Initiate and lead research in the behavioral sciences
Responsible for generating research grants
Provide scientific leadership
Provide mentorship to early- and mid-career scientists
Fostering collaboration through strategic partnerships
Building effective teams to conduct rigorous research
Building effective teams to promote behavioral health
Requirements
PhD in Psychology or related field
7 years’ experience in substance use mental health research.
Record of 20 lifetime publications (ISI journal articles, editorials or book chapters and technical reports) with at least 6 as first/senior author.
PI of successful income generation/grant application of ≥ R 600 000 (NB: funds raised as a co-I/PI on a sub-project are not counted, neither are non-research funds (conferences, course fees, etc.).
Successfully supervised ≥4 post-graduate students to graduation.
Records of translating professional, scientific or clinical expertise, new knowledge and research findings into public understanding, policy, and/or practice, in order to improve health.
Experience in leading research project(s), including mentoring and managing a research team.
Experience in budgeting, financial and risk management.
Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills.
Advantageous:
More than 10 years’ experience working in mental health or substance use field.
HPCSA registration or registration with relevant professional body if relevant