Unit Director

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa South African Medical Research Council (MRC) Full time

**GENDER AND HEALTH RESEARCH UNIT (GHRU)**

**(PRETORIA, JOHANNESBURG, CAPE TOWN OR DURBAN)**

**UNIT DIRECTOR**

**(Entry, Competent or Seasoned / Doctor, Associate Professor or Professor)**

**Duration: 5-year contract**

The Gender and Health Research Unit (GHRU) is an intramural unit at the SAMRC. The SAMRC's Gender and Health Research Unit aims to improve the health status and quality of life of women by conducting high quality scientific research. This informs the development of policies, healthcare services and promotion of health. The Unit’s main interest is the prevention of gender-based violence and its impact on the lives and health of women.

The Unit Director position calls for a senior researcher with international standing, proven leadership skills and the ability to enhance and maintain a centre of excellence that facilitates the generation and dissemination of methodological research and primary research to enhance evidence-informed healthcare and policy. Applicants should possess the following knowledge, skills and experience:
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:

- Lead and manage all aspects of the Research Unit in line with SAMRC objectives.
- To build networks locally, nationally and globally to support the dissemination of research and maximize impact on health and health/health service policy and practice.
- Development of a strategic plan for the Unit.
- Advance transformation by mentoring and building capacity in accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan.
- Develop, implement and monitor progress of the Transformation Strategy of the Unit.
- Write and secure grants and contracts to undertake research prioritised for the Unit.
- Stakeholder management and scientific research.

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE**:

- A PhD in Public Health, or Medical or Allied Sciences
- At least 10 years’ experience in research, of which 3 years must be in a senior capacity within the Epidemiology, or Public Health environment.
- NRF-rated OR evidence of international recognition in a focal area within Gender and Health research.
- A track record of research, grants, publications - national and international (up to 50 lifetime publications (ISI journal articles, editorials or book chapters)).
- Extensive experience in the management of projects, including the development of a multi-year programme of work.
- A track record of working effectively with relevant government departments, national and international partners, funders and other stakeholders.
- Evidence of research translation efforts and international leadership in the field Stakeholder engagement.
- Leadership skills in mentoring and managing a research team.
- Presented research findings to international and national conference audiences, including as an invited faculty or keynote speaker.
- Led a programme of research (at any time having multiple conceptually linked projects).
- Strong interest in capacity strengthening at the national and regional level.
- A track record of capacity building of emerging scientists through graduating Masters and PhD students and training staff in relevant research methods; track record of contributing to transformation initiatives.
- Human resource and financial management experience.
- Experience in leading a department or team.
- Staff management experience.
- Financial and risk management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills.

The SAMRC offers a highly competitive, all-inclusive remuneration package, which is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications (see Table 1 below for Unit Director levels).

**Closing date: 14 June 2024**

**TABLE 1: Unit Director Levels**

**ENTRY - Level 1**

**Doctor**

**COMPETENT - **Level** **2**

**Associate Professor**

**SEASONED / ESTABLISHED - Level 3**

**Professor**
- A PhD (in applicable science field)
- Professional body registration/accreditation (if required)
- At least 10 years’ experience in research, of which 3 years must be in senior capacity within applicable science field.
- NRF rated OR evidence of international recognition in a focal area within field of research.
- A track record of research, grants, publications - national and international (up to 50 lifetime publications (ISI journal articles, editorials or book chapters)).
- Extensive experience in the management of projects, including the development of a multi-year programme of work.
- A track record of working effectively with relevant government departments, national and international partners, funders and other stakeholders.
- Evidence of research translation efforts and international leadership in the field Stakeholder engagement
- Leadership skills in mentoring and managing a research team.
- Presented research findings to international and national conference audiences, including as a faculty member.
- Led a programme of research (at any time having multiple conceptually linked projects).
- Strong interest in capacity strengthening at

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