The KCMC University, in collaboration with Imperial College London, invites applications for a fully funded PhD position to investigate arbovirus transmission dynamics across Africa within the context of a changing climate.
Eligibility • A Master of Science (MSc) in Epidemiology and Biostatistics or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematics is preferred. • Applicants with a background in health-related fields will also be considered. • Evidence of computational skills, particularly experience with R software (and potentially other programming languages such as C or Python), and machine learning is highly desirable. • A minimum MSc GPA of 4.0 is preferred. • An undergraduate degree with first or upper-second class honors, or equivalent, is preferred. • Applicants must be Tanzanian. • Women applicants are highly encouraged
Project Overview
The successful applicant will develop a concept note on modeling arboviruses across Africa and the impact of interventions in a changing climate.
Duration
Studentships will typically be for three to four years,
Ideal Candidate
We seek a highly motivated and proactive individual with strong analytical and computational skills. The candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently without constant supervision.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
• A cover letter outlining their research interests and relevant skills.
• A curriculum vitae (CV).
• Transcripts of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
• A concept note on the area of arboviruses across Africa and the impact of interventions in a changing climate.
• Letters of recommendation from two academic referees.
• Application Deadline: 30th April 2025
Outcome
Successful applicants will be invited for an interview and are expected to prepare a 15-minute PowerPoint presentation.
Please send your application and any other inquiries to Mr. Victor Selengia (victor.selengia@kcmuco.ac.tz) or Ms. Beatrice Temba (beatrice.temba@kcmuco.ac.tz ).
