OFFICE OF THE COORDINATOR
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
1. INTRODUCTION
The University of Rwanda is a public institution of Higher Learning committed to
support the development of the country through the generation and advancement of
knowledge and innovation among other core activities. In that regard, the University
of Rwanda through Single Project Implementation Unit is implementing a project
entitled “Research Training in Data Science for Health in Rwanda Project (DSTHIRWA)” funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). To fulfill optimal
functioning, UR- Single Project Implementation Unit (SPIU) calls for qualified and
motivated candidates on two positions: 1) Database Administrator, 2) Project
Support Officer.
2. PROJECT SUMMARY
Data science has emerged as a transformative field with profound implications for
health research in recent decades, policy, and practice. Major technological
advancements, including the proliferation of digital data sources, the development of
sophisticated analytical techniques, and the advent of machine learning and artificial
intelligence, have revolutionized our ability to collect, analyse, and interpret healthrelated data. This evolution has opened up new avenues for understanding disease
dynamics, predicting health outcomes, optimizing healthcare delivery, and improving
population health.
Recognizing the pivotal role of data science in advancing health research and
innovation, academic institutions and research organizations have increasingly
prioritized the development of training programs to equip the next generation of
researchers and practitioners with essential skills in data analysis, statistical
modeling, and computational techniques. These programs aim to bridge the gap
between traditional disciplinary silos and foster interdisciplinary collaboration to
address complex health challenges.
In this context, the University of Rwanda, through it Regional Centre of Excellence in
Biomedical Engineering and eHealth (CEBE), in partnership with Washington
University in St. Louis and the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS),
developed a research training program focused on data science for health. This
collaborative initiative aims to build capacity in data-driven research methodologies
and foster a cadre of skilled professionals capable of harnessing.
