Social Scientist (Wits RHI)

AJ Personnel; Johannesburg; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 960 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AJ Personnel coordinates Social Behavioural Sciences research projects in Johannesburg, overseeing surveys, interviews and data analysis to deliver on protocol-defined outcomes. You contribute to publications, policy briefs, and stakeholder engagement to inform practice.

The role requires a Master’s in social/behavioural sciences, at least five years in research, and proficiency with NVivo/Dedoose, Excel and data analysis. Closing date 30 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the social/behavioural sciences is required; a PhD is preferred.
• At least five years of experience in a social science or medical research environment with social components.
• Proficiency with NVivo or Dedoose, Excel and data analysis applications.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate SBS research projects following approved protocols, timelines and plans.
• Collect, analyse and report high-quality quantitative and qualitative data.
• Maintain accurate study documentation, filing and archiving.
• Ensure regulatory and donor compliance and timely project reporting.
• Engage with stakeholders and communities; support dissemination of findings.
• Contribute to SOPs, training, and research process improvements.
• Publish scientific manuscripts and disseminate policy briefs and conference outputs.

Connaissances

Data analysis

Survey & interviews

Qualitative analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Master's degree in social/behavioural sciences

PhD preferred

Outils

NVivo

Dedoose

Excel

Description du poste

Main Purpose of the Job

To coordinate Social Behavioural Sciences (SBS) research: Conduct surveys and interviews; analyse quantitative and qualitative research data; facilitate achievement of deliverables according to protocols and project plans; and participate in publishing scientific articles informed by the research outputs

Location: 57 Klein Street Hillbrow, Johannesburg

Research Management

• Research studies implemented in accordance with approved protocols, timelines and project plans
• High quality quantitative and qualitative data collected, analysed and reported
• Accurate and complete study documentation, filing and archiving maintained
• Regulatory, ethical, Donor and organisational compliance requirements met
• Project reports submitted accurately and within agreed deadlines
• Effective Stakeholder, community and government engagement maintained
• Data quality standards achieved through implementation of quality assurance and control measures
• Research deliverables completed within approved budgets and timelines
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training and research processes implemented effectively

Publications

• Scientific manuscripts drafted, reviewed and submitted for publication
• Peer-reviewed publications produced in line with project objectives
• Policy briefs, abstracts and conference presentations developed and disseminated
• Academic outputs and research visibility increased
• Publications-related administration completed accurately and timeously
• Research findings translated into knowledge products that inform policy and practice

Effective Self-Management and Performance Ownership

• Individual performance objectives achieved within agreed timelines
• High standards of work quality, productivity and accuracy maintained
• Continuous professional and academic development demonstrated
• Research portfolio strengthened through active participation in proposals, publications and academic activities
• Effective contribution to team learning, mentoring and knowledge sharing
• Organisational policies, procedures and values consistently upheld
• Appropriate corrective actions implemented when objectives or deadlines are not met

Required Minimum Education and Training

Master's Degree in the Social and/or Behavioural Sciences, PhD is preferred

Required Minimum Work Experience

Five years experience working in a social science research environment and/or medical research with social science components

Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience and Personal Abilities

• Peer-reviewed publications with first authored papers
• Advanced computer literacy with emphasis on working with NVivo or Dedoose, Excel and data analysis applications required
• Experience with facilitation, focus groups, key informant interviews and dynamic community and high-profile Stakeholder engagement important
• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills are required together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date

WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto

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