Internship (Data Analyst) - 12 Months Contract

Main purpose of the job:
The Department of Molecular medicine and Haematology (of the University of the Witwatersrand, School of Pathology, Faculty of Health Science, Johannesburg, South Africa), a syndicate of the Wits Health Consortium, is seeking a student Data Analyst to join the Research and Development (R&D) team
This position involves managing the analysis and delivery of information to stakeholders, as well as applying research questions to national data for COVID-19, TB, and HIV disease control
This will entail the utilization of analytical, statistical, and programmatic software and skills to advance the development and integration of data structures
The student will be required to work together with the R&D data team, providing support to pathologists, scientists, and program managers who manage a portfolio of innovative projects to improve COVID-19, TB, and HIV patient healthcare
This position is in an academic environment providing the candidate an opportunity to continue their scientific and academic career
Location:
Wits Medical School, Parktown - Johannesburg
Key performance areas:
Assist in organizing, conceptualizing, and conducting large, advanced data and spatial data analyses as part of a data team
Develop database schemas and analytical methods needed to support project goals
Review existing or incoming data for accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation
Assist in the update and circulation of national and laboratory briefs for COVID-19
Communicate and collaborate with team members and individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, both technical and non-technical
Work with team members to identify information needs and develop/enhance/modify reporting structures
Write and present scientific reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and abstract driven conferences
Perform literature searches in order to supplement specialist knowledge
Maintain or modify existing data and spatial databases
Analyze and report on patterns and trends through data and spatial mapping of data
Required minimum education and training:
BSc (Hons) in Data Science, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or a related field
Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:
Preference will be given to students who are currently completing an MSc Degree
Intermediate knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and relational database management system software (e.g., SQL)
Knowledge of statistical analysis and statistical software programs (e.g., STATA, SAS, SPSS)
Understanding of the design of database architectures, data warehouses, data migrations, visual design/dashboards
Knowledge of data quality management practices and data security and privacy
GIS software knowledge and experience including Esri GIS core products (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) and an understanding of g