Biostatistician

Isilumko Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing is seeking a Biostatistician for a government healthcare organization to contribute to occupational health research and policy development. You will provide statistical support, conduct analyses, and assist in planning studies across public and private sectors.

The role requires a MSc in Epidemiology or Biostatistics, 3–5 years post-master’s experience, and strong SAS/STATA/R skills. Government health experience is preferred, with duties spanning training, lectures, and

Qualifications

• MSc in Epidemiology or Biostatistics (NQF level 9).
• 3–5 years post-Master’s biostatistics experience.
• At least 3 years of research and data analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of biostatistics and epidemiology.
• Proficiency in SAS, STATA, R and advanced Excel.
• Experience in government healthcare or public health environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide biostatistical support to government departments in developing workplace health policies, systems, and programmes.
• Conduct biostatistical analyses to support occupational health research initiatives.
• Assist in planning and implementing occupational health research for both public and private sectors regarding occupational diseases and injuries.
• Review, advise, and develop statistical analysis plans for grant applications, protocols, publications, and reports.
• Coordinate and participate in training health professionals and students, including CPD programme development.
• Contribute to lectures in biostatistics and epidemiology courses.
• Engage with multinational partners on programmes of mutual interest, especially NHLS-NIOH.
• Conduct research to advance scientific knowledge within NIOH and with external partners.
• Contribute to the national technical information service by providing epidemiological and biostatistical expertise.
• Prepare scientific reports and peer-reviewed papers.
• Ensure compliance with lawful instructions from management.

Skills

Biostatistics

Epidemiology

SAS/STATA/R

Data analysis

Excel (Advanced)

Education

MSc in Epidemiology or Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

STATA

R

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Our client, a dedicated government healthcare organization committed to advancing occupational health initiatives, is seeking a skilled Biostatistician to contribute to impactful research and policy development.

What You'll Do:

• Provide biostatistical support to government departments in developing workplace health policies, systems, and programmes.

• Conduct biostatistical analyses to support occupational health research initiatives.

• Assist in planning and implementing occupational health research for both public and private sectors regarding occupational diseases and injuries.

• Review, advise, and develop statistical analysis plans for grant applications, protocols, publications, and reports.

• Coordinate and participate in training health professionals and students, including the development of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programmes.

• Contribute to lectures in biostatistics and epidemiology courses.

• Engage with multinational partners on programmes of mutual interest, particularly with the NHLS-NIOH.

• Conduct research to increase scientific knowledge within the NIOH and in collaboration with external partners.

• Contribute to the national technical information service by providing epidemiological and biostatistical expertise.

• Prepare scientific reports and peer-reviewed papers.

• Ensure compliance with lawful instructions from management.

Requirements:

• MSc in Epidemiology or Biostatistics (NQF level 9).

• Between 3 to 5 years of experience post-Master’s degree in biostatistics.

• At least 3 years of research and data analysis experience.

• Strong knowledge of biostatistics and epidemiology.

• Proficiency in statistical packages such as SAS, STATA, R, and advanced Excel.

• Experience in data analysis and data management.

• Excellent analytical and time management skills.

• Experience working within government healthcare or similar public health environments.