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COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES PROJECT MANAGER
(12 months Fixed Term appointment)
Discipline of Psychiatry
SCHOOL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
VICTORIA MXENGE/DR PIXLEY KA ISAKA SEME MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Ref. No.: PSY01/2024
The Neuropsychiatric Genetics of African Populations – Psychosis (NeuroGAP-Psychosis) Study seeks to expand knowledge of the genetic architecture of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in the African continent through large-scale sample collection and analysis in Kenya and South Africa. It also aims to increase understanding of the genetics of African populations, through various methods for biospecimen collection and enhance neuropsychiatric genetic research capacity in Africa through the training of scientists and supporting the development of locally-led research programs.
The research team is, therefore, looking for someone with good work ethic, good organizational and interpersonal skills. The person would also need to have an interest in research and have high ethical values. The Project Manager will be based predominantly in Durban (Victoria Mxenge and Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital).
The Project Manager will be required to:
The incumbent will be required to manage the NeuroGAP-Psychosis. S/he will be responsible for comprehensive management of the project in terms of tracking progress, budget usage, general administration and reporting internally and externally to funders and other stakeholders. S/he will be required to meet frequently with academics, administrators, clinicians, healers, various internal and external stakeholders to advance the research.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
•Masters level in Psychology/Public Health or equivalent degree
•Three years relevant mental health research experience
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Fluency in isiZulu
•Proven project management skills
•Experience in working with multiple partners and stakeholders
This post reports to Prof B Chiliza. Enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Ms P Jika on 031-260 4321. The job profile is available from Ms P Jika e-mail:
jika@ukzn.ac.za. You are invited to visit the College website at
https://chs.ukzn.ac.za
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 25 October 2024. The University reserves the right not to make any appointment.
Applicants are required to complete an online screening form
Project Manager (google.com) for the advertised post and the application form which is available on the Vacancies website at
https://www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms may be sent to
jika@ukzn.ac.za. The Advert Reference Number
MUST be clearly stated in the email subject line. If an applicant does not complete both the online screening form and the UKZN application form, the application for the vacancy will not be considered.