Internship (Data Analyst) - 12 Months Contract

Main purpose of the job:

• The Department of Molecular medicine and Haematology (of the University of the Witwatersrand, School of Pathology, Faculty of Health Science, Johannesburg, South Africa), a syndicate of the Wits Health Consortium, is seeking a student Data Analyst to join the Research and Development (R&D) team
• This position involves managing the analysis and delivery of information to stakeholders, as well as applying research questions to national data for COVID-19, TB, and HIV disease control
• This will entail the utilization of analytical, statistical, and programmatic software and skills to advance the development and integration of data structures
• The student will be required to work together with the R&D data team, providing support to pathologists, scientists, and program managers who manage a portfolio of innovative projects to improve COVID-19, TB, and HIV patient healthcare
• This position is in an academic environment providing the candidate an opportunity to continue their scientific and academic career

Location:

• Wits Medical School, Parktown - Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

• Assist in organizing, conceptualizing, and conducting large, advanced data and spatial data analyses as part of a data team
• Develop database schemas and analytical methods needed to support project goals
• Review existing or incoming data for accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation
• Assist in the update and circulation of national and laboratory briefs for COVID-19
• Communicate and collaborate with team members and individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, both technical and non-technical
• Work with team members to identify information needs and develop/enhance/modify reporting structures
• Write and present scientific reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and abstract driven conferences
• Perform literature searches in order to supplement specialist knowledge
• Maintain or modify existing data and spatial databases
• Analyze and report on patterns and trends through data and spatial mapping of data

Required minimum education and training:

• BSc (Hons) in Data Science, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or a related field

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

• Preference will be given to students who are currently completing an MSc Degree
• Intermediate knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and relational database management system software (e.g., SQL)
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and statistical software programs (e.g., STATA, SAS, SPSS)
• Understanding of the design of database architectures, data warehouses, data migrations, visual design/dashboards
• Knowledge of data quality management practices and data security and privacy
• GIS software knowledge and experience including Esri GIS core products (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) and an understanding of geospatial (GIS) reporting
• Research interest in priority diseases
• Knowledge or interest in epidemiology practices
• Advanced communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to translate technical information to non-scientific team members
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize tasks within multiple ongoing projects
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
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• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications: 21 March 2022.
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
• Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note:

• AJ Personnel is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.