Research Data Management Intern The Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI) is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join the Research Data Management Unit as an employee. The role supports the creation, maintenance, updating, validation, and management of AHRI’s clinical and population research databases to ensure the highest standards of data quality, integrity, accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality across all research data. Key Responsibilities Assist with routine data cleaning, quality assurance, and database management activities. Generate computerized reports, summaries, and data outputs to support research, surveillance, and operational reporting requirements. Assist in development of data collection systems and case report forms. Assist in creation of research reports and dashboards. Assist in training research staff on data management. Minimum Qualifications BSc Hons in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Information System, any database specialist degree or a closely related subject. Minimum Experience Basic understanding of data management concepts. Previous exposure to data analysis, data cleaning or database systems through coursework, research projects or internships. Basic experience in data extraction and manipulation. Experience using Microsoft Query Language or any database query language. Basic knowledge of data science software such as R, Python or Julia. Exposure to electronic data capture systems such as REDCap is advantageous. Skills Required Good verbal and written communication skills in English. Accuracy and precision in work. High computer literacy. Report writing ability. Ability to work under pressure. Values and Commitment Collaboration, Ubuntu, Leadership, Innovation, Transformation, and Excellence. AHRI is fully compliant with South African labour law and is committed to employment equity. Additional Information Chief qualifications: Employee position; application closing date is 12 June 2026. The position is primarily open to South African or other African applicants, with a valid work permit desirable. Applicants who do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date may consider their application unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr