Senior Research Scientist, Family Planning - Remote

Overview

We are looking for an senior researcher to lead the advanced analysis of survey and family planning healthcare data in low and middle income countries as part of a large project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

In Short

• Lead data analytics strategies with LMIC family planning domain expertise and oversee their execution
• Deliver data processing and analytical pipelines that transform raw data into high-quality internal data assets and client deliverables
• Engage funders with high-quality statistical analysis and valuable insights
• Innovate with new methodologies and analytical technologies
• Lead design of new instruments and oversee a team to operationalize research
• Foster organizational growth with mentoring and support your colleagues’ professional development

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with hands-on coding and analytical work with survey or health behavior data
• Experience in women’s sexual reproductive health behavior in LMIC settings
• Strong ability to communicate analytics insights to senior stakeholders
• NGO- or private-sector experience in health behavior or health-related fields
• Strong command of statistical concepts and skills
• Fluency in R and version control (Git) is required
• A passion for improving healthcare through data science
• Excellent ability to digest and evaluate evidence from interdisciplinary literature
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on impactful projects
• Flexible working hours
• Remote-friendly work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative team culture