Biostatistician – Turkana Job KEMRI

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KEMRI is hiring a Biostatistician based in Turkana to analyze research data, develop statistical models, and support study design. The role involves leading digital data collection systems, conducting advanced statistical and spatial analyses, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Experience in R, Python, and Survey Solutions is required.

• Lead design and management of digital data collection systems using Survey Solutions.
• Conduct advanced statistical and spatial analyses for climate-health vulnerability.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate analytical outputs into early warning systems.

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Job Title: Biostatistician Date Posted: 10/07/2026 Job Type: Full Time Job Level: Middle Employer: KEMRI Industry: IT Salary: Open Location: Turkana Country: Kenya Deadline: 29/07/2026 Summary: Looking for a biostatistics job in Kenya? Kenya Medical Research Institute is hiring a Biostatistician to analyze research data, develop statistical models and support study design. The role is based in Turkana, and experience in statistical and spatial data analysis is required. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and management of digital data collection systems using Survey Solutions, ensuring alignment with study protocols and research objectives. Lead data management, quality assurance, and analysis, including data cleaning, validation, missing data management, routine audits, exploratory data analysis (EDA), and communicating findings to the research team. Generate and disseminate routine monitoring reports and data visualizations on recruitment, follow-up, data completeness, and study progress, while responding to data requests from collaborators, stakeholders, and project leadership. Conduct advanced statistical and spatial analyses to identify climate-health vulnerability hotspots, develop climate resilience indicators, and support evidence generation for the SHIELD Dashboard and Turkana County Annual Development Plans. Ensure reproducible and secure data management practices by maintaining well-documented analytical code, using version control (Git), implementing structured workflows, facilitating compliant data sharing, and identifying and mitigating data-related risks in accordance with the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019 and Wellcome Trust policies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate analytical outputs into the digital Early Warning System (EWS) and support data-driven decision-making across project activities. Contribute to scientific dissemination and capacity strengthening by preparing manuscripts, technical reports, policy briefs, presentations, mentoring junior staff, and participating in technical meetings, stakeholder engagements, and dissemination workshops. Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal Investigator or supervising authority in support of project objectives. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field. Mandatory Demonstrated expertise in statistical and spatial data analysis, including regression analysis, data integration from multiple sources, and reproducible analytical workflows. Mandatory Advanced proficiency in R (including the tidyverse ecosystem) and strong working knowledge of Python for data cleaning, analysis, automation, and reproducible research. Mandatory Proven experience in designing, deploying, and managing digital/mobile data collection systems, preferably using Survey Solutions. Mandatory Strong experience in database design and management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server), data quality assurance, and data management frameworks. Mandatory Experience developing automated reporting pipelines, dashboards, and data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or R Shiny. Mandatory Demonstrated experience using version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including researchers, epidemiologists, and field teams. Mandatory Excellent written and oral communication skills, with experience preparing technical reports, scientific manuscripts, and presenting analytical findings to diverse audiences. Skills & Competencies Communication skills Skills & Competencies Interpersonal skills Skills & Competencies Team player Skills & Competencies How to Apply Click here to apply Browse Related Jobs: Product Manager Job Apenia MFB, Nairobi, Kenya AI/ML Engineer Job Apenia MFB, Nairobi, Kenya ICT & Database Assistant Job KenGen SRBS, Nairobi, Kenya Software Developer/Analyst NGO Job IRC Nairobi, Kenya 🎯 Applying for This Job? Don’t Send a Generic CV. Don’t send the same CV to every job/employer. Have our recruitment team customize your CV to match the requirements of this specific job and improve your chances of getting an interview. Customise My CV For This Job . ⭐ 5-Star Reviews . Job Seeker Testimonials: Professionals Who Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing Since 2011, Kenyan professionals have trusted Corporate Staffing Services to help them secure employment with leading employers in Kenya and beyond. Read testimonials from candidates who have experienced our recruitment process firsthand and successfully gotten hired through our recruitment services. You Could Be Our Next Success Story . Read How They Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing GET A JOB FASTER! Applying for a Specific Job? Our recruiters will customise your CV to match the employer's requirements so you can get shortlisted. Customise My CV Used AI to Write Your CV but Not Getting Interviews? Get A FREE CV review and CV Upgrade, p