Main purpose of the job:To design and implement research projects, analyse quantitative research data and publish scientific articlesLocation:08 Blackwood Avenue, Parktown, JohannesburgKey performance areas:Support the development of research strategies and plans for the implementation science teamKeep abreast of emerging research and development in the field to maintain expertise in the technical areaDevelop study protocols in line with strategic and donor requirementsObtain ethical approval from relevant regulatory bodiesDevelop and implement study SOPsDevelop and design research toolsOversee project fieldwork and data collectionOversee the project's data management, including development of databases as applicableMonitor the progress of research projects according to goals and timelinesWrite progress reports to stakeholders including networks and fundersStay abreast with relevant research findings and collaborate closely with other investigators on related studiesTogether with study investigators, lead the project's quantitative data analysis and write upOversee the development and implementation of the project's data analysis planLead the project's interim analyses and prepare these for presentationContribute to the write up of project reports and publicationsReview protocols and papers from other researchers within and beyond the implementation science teamPublish scientific manuscriptsCompile conference presentationsDisseminate research findings internally and to universities and other stakeholders such the community, and mediaIdentify relevant funding opportunitiesWrite research and funding proposalsSupport the development of funding proposals across the IS unit, with a focus on quantitative study design and data collection methodologiesContribute towards policy developmentContribute towards the development of knowledge within the team by identifying relevant training needs and topicsCoach and train team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisationDevelop relevant training material and presentationsConduct ad hoc research training interventionsParticipate and actively contribute to research forumsSupervise post graduate students where appropriate (1/year)Attend to all staffing requirements and administrationSupervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relationsPerform and facilitate performance development and assessmentsIdentify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective actionCoach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisationPromote harmony, teamwork and sharing of informationTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership for driving own career development in attending training and development sessions and relevant forums/meetingsMaintain and update knowledge of developments in field and expertiseRequired minimum education and training:PhD in appropriate disciplineRequired minimum work experience:Minimum 5-8 years research experienceManagement of research programmes with a research record of an ongoing output evidenced by at least eight published refereed papersExpertise in quantitative data collection, management and analysis, including of cohort dataDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:Experience in public health, HIV prevention and/or related researchCertification in good clinical practiceExperience working in a low or middle income countryExperience in implementing independent projectsExperience in managing donor-funded projectsOrdered, systematic and analytical in approach to researchAble to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesSelf motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamAssertive, confident and adaptableAble to show proof of publication records and conference presentationsExperience with local SA regulatory guidelinesTO APPLY:Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Ditto Hire (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions. 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