Job Title: Epidemiologist (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Infectious Diseases Institute
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is an independently governed institute within the College of Health Sciences at Makerere University and has the mission “To strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development.” IDI has operations across Uganda as well as in a number of other African countries and has a staffing of over 1,000 managing multiple projects in research, clinical services, public health and training.
Job Summary: The epidemiologist will work with the Global Health Security department at IDI to support the documentation of success stories, generation of hypotheses and scientific writing efforts. The role shall also include supporting capacity-building efforts to establish knowledge management hubs and working with the program academic consortium to maximize scientific and scholarly output from the GHS programs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide technical and professional input for overarching information management including identification and promotion of creative solutions for knowledge management under the GHS.
- Collaborate with the GHS program team to analyze project data for key messages, including preparation of project related communications
- Collaborate with the program statistician to vet project data, and develop hypotheses to inform secondary data analysis
- Support the development and dissemination of knowledge and experience through enhanced communication, strengthened knowledge products and publications.
- Develop and deliver presentations to GHS stakeholders and policymakers
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A primary degree in a health-related field and a master’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health or equivalent from a chartered university
- Person Specification
- Strong scientific writing skills with experience in manuscript and scientific reports preparation and/or review
- A good command of biostatistics and capacity to use various quantitative analytical tools/software
- A good command of the structure, roles and responsibilities of national public health Institutes
- Ability to consult with scientific investigators, interpret research requirements, and determine statistical analysis strategies.
- Ability to work in a virtual team environment to design, analyze, and report on research projects.
- Strong analytical communication, critical thinking, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize projects.
- Knowledge of the program management principles
- Strong focus and quality and timely delivery of work.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 15th August 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience required