Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Modelling) - Kilifi
2026-04-01T14:47:09+00:00
Kenya Medical Research-KEMRI
https://cdn.greatkenyanjobs.com/jsjobsdata/data/default_logo_company/defaultlogo.png
https://www.kemri.go.ke/
FULL_TIME
Kilifi
Kilifi
00100
Kenya
Healthcare
Science & Engineering, Healthcare, Research, Civil & Government
2026-04-21T17:00:00+00:00
8
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.
Responsibilities or duties,
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead in statistical and epidemiological modelling analyses by designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated statistical modelling workflows across ViGOR.
- Network, collaborate and partner with the Warwick statistical and epidemiological modelling team, other ViGOR partners, research groups and other internal and external policy stakeholders to deliver integrated modelling insights for Central and East Africa and support in Project Management to ensure quality of outputs and timely completion of the Project
- Work with the Principal Investigator and other Programme Researchers to identify sustainable funding opportunities and develop proposals to secure Research Grants and funding.
- Develop and maintain user-friendly statistical and epidemiological modelling learning materials such as computational tools, pipelines, and dashboards to support routine model inference and surveillance as well as organizing and delivering short online refresher courses
- Mentor ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling fellows by developing, implementing and reviewing modelling mentorship approaches to the assigned ViGOR fellows, other researchers, students and interns.
- Disseminate and publish ViGOR study research work by preparing policy briefs, manuscripts, publishing in reputable scientific journals and disseminating at various internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops and other relevant Scientific forums
- Manage the ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling study teams by providing direct supervision to team members and participate in other HR Management issues as assigned
- Contribute to the ViGOR Study’s full compliance with all relevant internal protocols, policies and procedures as well as all legal, ethical and regulatory requirements by ensuring proper documentation and adherence at all Research Phases.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills),
Vacancy Requirements:
- Minimum PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, or any other relevant field from a recognized university Mandatory
- Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable Research institution Mandatory
- Demonstrated experience in capacity building and the use of current technology in Health Research, specifically the cloud-based Statistical and epidemiological modelling tools Mandatory
- Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality Mandatory
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Mandatory
- Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators Mandatory
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines. Mandatory
- Strong team coordination and decision-making skills Mandatory
Experience needed,
Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable Research institution
* Lead in statistical and epidemiological modelling analyses by designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated statistical modelling workflows across ViGOR. * Network, collaborate and partner with the Warwick statistical and epidemiological modelling team, other ViGOR partners, research groups and other internal and external policy stakeholders to deliver integrated modelling insights for Central and East Africa and support in Project Management to ensure quality of outputs and timely completion of the Project * Work with the Principal Investigator and other Programme Researchers to identify sustainable funding opportunities and develop proposals to secure Research Grants and funding. * Develop and maintain user-friendly statistical and epidemiological modelling learning materials such as computational tools, pipelines, and dashboards to support routine model inference and surveillance as well as organizing and delivering short online refresher courses * Mentor ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling fellows by developing, implementing and reviewing modelling mentorship approaches to the assigned ViGOR fellows, other researchers, students and interns. * Disseminate and publish ViGOR study research work by preparing policy briefs, manuscripts, publishing in reputable scientific journals and disseminating at various internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops and other relevant Scientific forums * Manage the ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling study teams by providing direct supervision to team members and participate in other HR Management issues as assigned * Contribute to the ViGOR Study’s full compliance with all relevant internal protocols, policies and procedures as well as all legal, ethical and regulatory requirements by ensuring proper documentation and adherence at all Research Phases.
* Statistical and epidemiological modelling * Capacity building * Use of current technology in Health Research * Cloud-based Statistical and epidemiological modelling tools * High levels of integrity and confidentiality * Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams * Build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators * Excellent analytical skills * Ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines * Strong team coordination and decision-making skills
* PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, or any other relevant field from a recognized university * Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable Research institution * Demonstrated experience in capacity building and the use of current technology in Health Research, specifically the cloud-based Statistical and epidemiological modelling tools * Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality * Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators * Excellent analytical skills and ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines. * Strong team coordination and decision-making skills
JOB-69cd2fed4c507
Vacancy title:
Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Modelling) - Kilifi
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Healthcare, Category: Science & Engineering, Healthcare, Research, Civil & Government]
Jobs at:
Kenya Medical Research-KEMRI
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 21 2026
Duty Station:
Kilifi | Kilifi
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 1 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
Similar Jobs in Kenya
Learn more about Kenya Medical Research-KEMRI
Kenya Medical Research-KEMRI jobs in Kenya
JOB DETAILS:
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.
Responsibilities or duties,
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead in statistical and epidemiological modelling analyses by designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated statistical modelling workflows across ViGOR.
- Network, collaborate and partner with the Warwick statistical and epidemiological modelling team, other ViGOR partners, research groups and other internal and external policy stakeholders to deliver integrated modelling insights for Central and East Africa and support in Project Management to ensure quality of outputs and timely completion of the Project
- Work with the Principal Investigator and other Programme Researchers to identify sustainable funding opportunities and develop proposals to secure Research Grants and funding.
- Develop and maintain user-friendly statistical and epidemiological modelling learning materials such as computational tools, pipelines, and dashboards to support routine model inference and surveillance as well as organizing and delivering short online refresher courses
- Mentor ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling fellows by developing, implementing and reviewing modelling mentorship approaches to the assigned ViGOR fellows, other researchers, students and interns.
- Disseminate and publish ViGOR study research work by preparing policy briefs, manuscripts, publishing in reputable scientific journals and disseminating at various internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops and other relevant Scientific forums
- Manage the ViGOR Statistical and epidemiological modelling study teams by providing direct supervision to team members and participate in other HR Management issues as assigned
- Contribute to the ViGOR Study’s full compliance with all relevant internal protocols, policies and procedures as well as all legal, ethical and regulatory requirements by ensuring proper documentation and adherence at all Research Phases.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills),
Vacancy Requirements:
- Minimum PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, or any other relevant field from a recognized university Mandatory
- Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable Research institution Mandatory
- Demonstrated experience in capacity building and the use of current technology in Health Research, specifically the cloud-based Statistical and epidemiological modelling tools Mandatory
- Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality Mandatory
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Mandatory
- Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators Mandatory
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines. Mandatory
- Strong team coordination and decision-making skills Mandatory
Experience needed,
Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Statistical and epidemiological modelling at a reputable Research institution
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
Application Link:
Click Here to Apply Now
All Jobs | QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION
