Senior Researcher.2.01

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

**Qualifications and Experience**
- A PhD in public health, health sciences, or the social sciences
- At least 3-5 years in a public health research setting (university or science council)
- Evidence of conceptualising, designing sand/or conducting complex and large HPSR research.
- Established researcher as evidenced by consistent research outputs (peer-reviewed publications, postgraduate student supervision, competitive research grants)
- Experience of research management/ administration (e.g. reporting, budgeting, financial management, etc).
- University teaching experience.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
A health professional or health management background and evidence of successful grant-writing will be added advantages.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide research leadership to ensure execution of the research objectives in the work streams of AFRHiCARE in South Africa, specifically Work Stream 4 on the Health Workforce.
- Ensure development and submission of quality research protocols for ethics approval and health authority permission.
- Ensure execution of research and delivery of agreed upon deadlines.
- Collaborate and engage actively with AFRHiCARE partners in Kenya, Uganda, and the United Kingdom.
- Supervise postgraduate students (master’s and PhD) students whose research focuses on AFRHiCARE projects.
- Liaise and communicate with partners in the university, government, and community-based organisations.
- Ensure overall project planning and monitoring and reporting of project outputs and financial expenditure.
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How To Apply

**To apply**:

- A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for this senior researcher position.
- Certified copies of degrees/diplomas.
- Two peer-reviewed articles.
- South African ID (or passport and work permit)

Please note that all shortlisted applicants will be asked to present their 15-minute vision on AFRHiCARE and how they will contribute to the success of the research and the multi-country partnership.

**Remuneration**

The University of the Witwatersrand offers a competitive remuneration package in line with qualifications and experience.

**Enquiries**:
**Closing date: Sunday 25 February 2024**

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference will be given to appointable applicants from the under-represented **designated South African groups** in terms of the relevant Employment Equity Plans and policies of the University.
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