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Consultant – Senior Statistician

Entity

Aga Khan University

Location

Kenya

Introduction

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous, and self-governing international university, with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries over three continents. An integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in multiple health science and social science dis

Tciplines, carries out research pertinent primarily to low- and middle-income countries and operates 7 hospitals (soon 8) and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards. It has almost 2,500 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As a leading international institution dedicated to excellence and change, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact, and access.

The Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health (CoEWCH) was established in 2012 as a research unit within the obstetrics and gynaecology department of the Aga Khan University (AKU) with Prof Zulfiqar A Bhutta as the Founding Director. In 2015, Prof Marleen Temmerman was welcomed as the East Africa (EA) Director of the Centre to build capacity across East Africa. CoEWCH EA conducts research, knowledge translation, capacity building, and evidence-based advocacy in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health and rights to improve the health and wellbeing of women, children, and adolescents. With a focus on establishing high quality education, multidisciplinary research, and trainings in women, child, and adolescent health, the Centre contributes to health systems strengthening and quality of care, particularly in remote groups and vulnerable populations.

Job Summary

The Senior Statistician will provide statistical support to project staff within the PRECISE-DYAD, and other related studies. The consultant will be responsible for preparing analysis reports, conducting quantitative data analysis, and contributing to manuscript writing.


Responsibilities

  • Conduct quantitative statistical analysis of already collected data from PRECISE, DYAD, and related sub-studies.
  • Write comprehensive statistical analysis reports detailing methods, findings, and interpretations.
  • Build capacity by training project staff in statistical methods, data management, and quantitative research approaches.
  • Support manuscript development by providing statistical input, ensuring the accuracy of analysis and interpretation.
  • Provide statistical quality control and ensure adherence to best practices in data analysis.
  • Participate in project meetings locally to provide expert statistical insights.
  • Mentor junior researchers and analysts, fostering the development of in-house statistical expertise.
  • Ensure the highest level of ethical and professional integrity in all research activities.

Requirements

  • Minimum PhD with substantial post PhD academic experience.
  • Extensive experience in statistical analysis, preferably in health research.
  • Proven record of published manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Stata, or SAS.
  • Experience in training and capacity building in statistical methods.
  • Preference will be given to residents of Kilifi or Mombasa, to enable regular team meetings.
  • Demonstrated experience in scientific contributions and leadership in health research, including conducting research in both rural and urban settings in Kenya.
  • Proven expertise in quantitative research methods, including the design and implementation of statistical models and data analysis approaches tailored to large health datasets.
Expectations

  • Work closely with the Principal Investigator who will be available to guide your work.
  • Undertake to perform the contractual engagement with the highest standards of professional and ethical competence and integrity.
  • Submit quality work. 
  • You will be expected to maintain strict confidentiality of the study material/ documents provided for the purposes of this task.
  • You will, at all times, during the period of your contract safeguard the reputation of Aga Khan University
  • Your payment will be subject to Withholding Tax deduction as per Kenyan Law.
  • You will be expected to provide AKU-EA finance office with your PIN and bank details to facilitate your payment.
  • Your payment will be subject to the provision of signed schedule /invoice to the AKU-EA finance office confirming work done in line with the project goals.


To Apply

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to the Manager, Recruitment, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, NAIROBI or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu. Applications by email are preferred.
Please indicate the title of the position on your application.​

Applications should be submitted latest by March 2, 2025