POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST (WASH)

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a leading Africa-based, African-led, international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. APHRC conducts policy-relevant research on population, health, education, urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.

The APHRC seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Research Scientist to work in the Urbanization and Wellbeing in Africa Unit within the Research Division.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to ensure successful implementation of the assigned projects;
• Oversee/lead development of field and training manuals;
• Oversee the review and translation of research tools;
• Oversee fieldwork of the proposed research projects to ensure timely implementation of field activities;
• Support proposal writing and other fund raising activities within the unit;
• Ensure ethical approvals and research permits are obtained;
• Oversee data cleaning and analyses;
• Lead and contribute to scientific paper writing;
• Lead the development of project reports;
• Participate in dissemination of research findings and policy dialogue with appropriate audiences;
• Monitor project budgets and expenditure;
• Prepare project progress reports;
• Lead and contribute to proposal development and fundraising for research projects in the program;
• Mentor junior researchers and facilitate in the Center’s training programs as needed; and
• Represent the Center at high level national, regional and international forums, including relevant technical working groups and expert committees.

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD in Public/Environmental Health, Community Health, or any related field with a specialization/focus on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in Africa.
• At least one year’s post-doctoral experience conducting research on WASH in Africa.
• Demonstrated experience in managing research projects.
• Skills in quantitative and qualitative methods including experience in data analysis with familiarity in data analysis software.
• Strong writing skills and evidence of peer reviewed publications in the subject matter/area of focus.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work independently in a team.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application in English and include:

1. A letter of application
2. A detailed CV
3. Statement of research interest and goals (1-2 pages)

via our recruitment portal https://aphrc.org/vacancies/. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; shortlisted candidates will be required to have a Police Clearance Certificate.  Cover letters should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Officer

African Population and Health Research Center, Inc

APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru

P.O Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi

Website: www.aphrc.org

APHRC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of vulnerable persons