Senior Research Manager

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.

CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.

At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skillsets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org

CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.

CHAI, under the guidance of the Ministry of Health in partnership with the University of Witwatersrand’s Health Economics and Epidemiology Research Office (HE2RO) and Boston University’s School of Public Health, with support from the Gates Foundation has been working on research on Models of Care in the First Six Months of HIV Treatment (RETAIN6). RETAIN6 is a two-country study in Zambia and South Africa with the aim of applying the principles of patient-centered design to inform recommendations for differentiated models of care for patients in the first six months on ART. Retain6 synthesizes existing data at the patient, facility, partner, and national levels and collects primary data from healthcare facilities and the national electronic medical record system with the intention of generating recommendations for policy change to improve the early treatment period.

CHAI is looking for an experienced, senior-level manager with outstanding credentials to take up the position of Senior Research Manager to provide analytical, program management and leadership for this project. S/he will work under the supervision of the Program Director, Infectious and Non-Infectious Diseases.

Responsibilities

• Lead Research Strategy Development: Lead the development of research strategies and identify critical research questions that align with the mandates of the funded project, focusing on innovative health interventions and outcomes.
• Ensure Ethical Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Oversee compliance with all research ethics requirements, institutional review boards, and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the highest standards of research integrity.
• Supervise and Manage Research and Data Teams: Provide leadership and oversight in primary data collection, program management, and analysis, ensuring high-quality data handling, robust management practices, and adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate with Key Stakeholders for Data Acquisition: Establish and maintain strong partnerships with data owners, such as the Ministry of Health (MOH), to acquire necessary data for comprehensive analysis and ensure data availability and reliability.
• Oversee Data Preparation and Transfer: Manage the preparation of final data sets for transfer to the overall Retain6 data team, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and readiness for analysis.
• Co-Author and Disseminate Research Outputs: Participate in the preparation of detailed analytic reports, abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts, incorporating sophisticated data visualizations to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders at meetings, conferences etc.
• Mentor and Develop Research Staff: Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to junior analytic and research staff, enhancing the team's overall analytical capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Engage with Study Sites and Stakeholders: Travel to study sites and attend relevant meetings and conferences, both within and outside Zambia, representing the projects at high-level stakeholder meetings, and engaging with the Ministry of Health,
• implementing partners, funders, and other key stakeholders.
• Contribute to Strategic Goals: Perform other tasks and roles as requested by Retain6 and CHAI leadership contributing to the overall strategic goals and success of the project.
• Implement and Oversee Data and Analytical Activities:
• Develop and write research protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Design and develop innovative research tools and methodologies.
• Coordinate all aspects of data acquisition processes, including data collection, transfer, dataset linkages, pre-processing, and quality assurance.
• Oversee the development of comprehensive data analysis plans, including sample size calculations and statistical methodologies.
• Conduct advanced data analyses and ensure accurate documentation and interpretation of research findings.
  

  Qualifications

  • Minimum master’s degree in epidemiology, health economics, biostatistics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Minimum 8 years’ research experience or comparable professional experience.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated experience in high-level program management, including:
  • Proven ability to design, implement, and manage complex research projects.
  • Experience in strategic planning, setting priorities, and managing resources effectively.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure project goals are met.
  • Experience in developing and managing budgets, timelines, and project deliverables.
  • Proven ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with research projects.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Capacity to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Strong, demonstrated data management and analysis skills, including:
  • Expertise in data management; experience extracting data from electronic health data systems like the national EMR preferred.
  • Expertise in data analysis and use of at least one data analysis package (STATA, SAS, or R)
  • Statistical analysis experience in epidemiology, health economics, or a related discipline.
  • Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills, including a record of publications and conference presentations.

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