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Epidemiologist
Shape study designs, estimate disease burden and treatment effects, and supply the epidemiological inputs our economic models depend on.
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About the role
You will design studies and produce the epidemiological evidence behind our economic evaluations and impact evaluations. You will work closely with our Senior Epidemiologist & Collaborative Surveillance Specialist.
Key responsibilities
- Design observational studies and evaluation frameworks.
- Run literature reviews and evidence syntheses for model inputs.
- Estimate incidence, prevalence and disease burden from local data.
- Support qualitative and mixed-methods work with study teams in the field.
What we are looking for
- A master’s degree or higher in epidemiology or public health.
- Quantitative skills in R, Stata or SPSS; qualitative research experience is an advantage.
- Field experience in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Clear writing for both technical and policy audiences.
Working arrangements
The type of engagement and its terms are flexible, and we agree them with each shortlisted candidate after an initial conversation. The work is remote. Depending on the project, we may occasionally ask you to work in person, for example at our offices in Kigali or Addis Ababa, with a client, or at a field site. We agree any in-person work with you in advance.
Partners and consultants
We also welcome applications from independent epidemiologists and research institutions that share our commitment to timeliness and ethical rigour.
Equal opportunity
We are committed to inclusive research that serves marginalised communities fairly, and to representation across all dimensions of diversity in public health leadership.