Research Officer (Evaluating Hospital Workloads & Case-Mix)
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Nairobi, Kenya
Est. KES 120,000 – 200,000/moEst.
On-siteContractMid-level
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What you bring
Mandatory Requirements
Recognised Postgraduate qualification (Masters) in epidemiology, global or public health.
A primary degree ideally in a health discipline.
At least three years working experience in related field, health research.
Evidence of research excellence based on prior publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
Demonstrated experience in planning and undertaking document or scientific literature reviews.
Demonstrated experience in planning for and collecting, analysing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data including prior experience with statistical packages R or STATA and qualitative analysis packages such as NVIVO.
Experience with REDCap with clear competence in database development, data entry, data cleaning and preparation of data for analyses.
Experience in undertaking research with diverse stakeholders and in a cross-cultural context.
Demonstrated ability to act with sound judgement, sensitivity, and flexibility, and to exercise initiative in adapting preferred approaches when and where required.
Demonstrated ability to logically organise datasets, document metadata and keep good records of data management / wrangling.
Experience in developing an analytic plan and collating, analysing and interpreting data.
Experience in use of quantitative analytical software.
Excellent range of skills across the MS Office suite.
Strong organisation/programme management skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work within tight deadlines.
Highly developed oral and written communication skills with ability to write clearly for a scientific audience and to present clearly to non-academic audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment and to multi-task.
Have high energy, clear goal orientation and a strong work ethic.
Desirable Requirements
Detailed understanding of Level 4 and Level 5 hospitals in Kenya.
Demonstrated interest in health systems / services research as evidenced by relevant prior experience.
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