Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS)
HEALTH ECONOMICS AND POLICY UNIT (HEPU)
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is a comprehensive health and allied sciences higher learning institution established with the primary function of training health workers and conduct health research. The Health Economics and Policy Unit (HEPU) is a unit under the Department of Health Systems and Policy within the School of Global and Public Health (SOGAPH) at KUHeS which was jointly established with Ministry of Health. With support from the Health Services Joint Fund (HSJF), the Health Economics and Policy Unit (HEPU) has been tasked with conducting health economics and policy analyses. The goal is to provide evidence for policy initiatives that will improve the capacity to generate and use health economics evidence in health sector decision-making. The HEPU aims to enhance the ability to make informed policy decisions by applying economic principles to health issues. Through this initiative, the unit seeks to strengthen the link between research evidence and policy formulation in the health sector. The HEPU would therefore like to engage the following capacities to be part of their vibrant team of researchers and policy analysts:
Data Science Research Associate
Location: (to be indicated)
Type: Full time
Duration: Two years, renewed yearly based on performance
The HEPU seeks to engage a Data Science Research Associate who will lead collection, analysis and interpretation of large data to contribute to ongoing HEPU projects.
Job Summary
The main purpose of this position is to contribute to research activities, develop data bases, manage data and model systems for the different work streams assigned to HEPU by the Ministry of Health.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Data Analysis Research Associate will be expected to perform the following duties and responsibilities:
✓ Data Collection: Gathering relevant data from various sources, which could include databases, surveys, experiments, or other data repositories.
✓ Data Cleaning and Preparation: Processing raw data to identify and rectify errors, missing values, or inconsistencies. This step is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the analysis.
✓ Statistical Analysis: Applying statistical methods and techniques to analyze data and extract meaningful patterns, relationships, and trends. This could involve descriptive statistics, regression analysis, hypothesis testing, or machine learning algorithms.
✓ Data Visualization: Creating visual representations of data such as charts, graphs, and dashboards to effectively communicate findings and insights to stakeholders. ✓ Report Writing: Summarizing analysis results into clear and concise reports or presentations. This may involve explaining methodologies, interpreting findings, and making recommendations based on the data.
Required Qualification and Skills
Candidates applying for this position must have the following:
✓ Bachelor’s degree in Health Systems, Data Science or related
✓ Advanced use of KOBO and excel to manage large survey data collection ✓ Advanced use of excel programming to analyse policy questions
✓ Excellent data management skills using a variety of software preferable stata, SPSS and other relevant software
Method Of Application
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their applications including cover letter, CV with names of three traceable professional referees and copies of relevant certificates to:
The Registrar
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Mahatma Gandhi Road Campus
P/Bag 360
Chichiri
Blantyre 3
Or email to: [email protected] copy [email protected]
Indicate position title on the envelope for hard copy applications and indicate the same in the subject line of your email for electronic submissions.
Applications should reach the Registrar not later than 10th June, 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.