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• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sports events and platforms.
• Develop and implement statistical models to analyze player performance, team strategies, and game outcomes.
• Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate findings to coaches, management, and other stakeholders.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards strategic goals.
• Conduct predictive analysis to forecast game results, player development, and injury risks.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to translate data insights into practical game plans and training regimes.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in sports analytics, data science, and related technologies.
• Develop and maintain databases and dashboards for real-time performance monitoring.
• Contribute to the development of innovative analytical tools and methodologies.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Assist in scouting and player recruitment by analyzing potential talent based on performance metrics.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Sports Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience in sports analytics, data analysis, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as R, Python, or SQL.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib.
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics techniques.
• Deep knowledge of sports rules, strategies, and common performance metrics across multiple disciplines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate remotely.
• Experience with the sports landscape in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE** is a plus, but not mandatory for this remote position.

• Collect and clean sports performance data from various sources, including wearable devices, video analysis, and statistical databases.
• Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to identify trends, predict outcomes, and optimize performance.
• Analyze game footage and athlete movements to extract key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights for coaching staff and athletes.
• Create comprehensive reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with coaches and training staff to understand their needs and tailor analytical approaches.
• Stay current with the latest research and technologies in sports science, analytics, and performance optimization.
• Contribute to the development of new data collection and analysis methodologies.
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
• Present findings and recommendations in a compelling manner to stakeholders.

• Design, develop, and implement HR analytics strategies and solutions.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends, patterns, and key drivers related to workforce planning, talent management, employee engagement, and retention.
• Develop and maintain HR dashboards and reports to visualize key metrics and insights.
• Conduct predictive modeling to forecast workforce needs, identify flight risks, and assess talent pipeline strength.
• Partner with HR business partners and leadership to understand business needs and translate them into analytical requirements.
• Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Stay current with the latest trends and best practices in HR analytics and people data science.
• Advise on the strategic use of HR data to improve organizational effectiveness and employee experience.
• Collaborate with IT and data management teams to ensure robust data infrastructure.

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in HR analytics, people analytics, or a related data-focused HR role.
• Proven expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python/R).
• Strong understanding of HR functions, including talent acquisition, talent management, compensation, performance management, and employee relations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex projects in a remote environment.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive data-informed decision-making.
• Strong ethical grounding and commitment to data privacy.

• Design, develop, and implement sophisticated statistical models and algorithms to analyze sports performance data.
• Identify trends, patterns, and insights that can enhance athletic performance, strategy, and fan experience.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletes to understand their data needs and provide tailored analytical support.
• Lead and mentor a team of junior sports analysts, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and ensure data integrity.
• Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate findings to diverse audiences.
• Contribute to the development of new analytical tools and platforms.
• Stay current with advancements in sports analytics, machine learning, and relevant technologies.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Manage multiple analytical projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and impactful results.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Sports Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in sports analytics or a related field, with a proven track record of leadership.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data mining.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with SQL.
• Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Deep understanding of various sports and their underlying performance metrics.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team in a remote setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for sports innovation.

• Design and lead complex marine research projects, focusing on biodiversity, ecosystem health, and conservation.
• Develop and implement advanced methodologies for data collection and analysis in marine environments.
• Analyze large datasets using statistical software and interpret findings to draw significant conclusions.
• Publish research results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
• Lead and mentor a team of marine biologists and research assistants in a remote setting.
• Secure research funding through grant writing and proposal development.
• Collaborate with international researchers, conservation organizations, and government agencies.
• Develop and apply remote sensing and GIS techniques for marine ecological studies.
• Contribute to the formulation of science-based conservation policies and strategies.
• Effectively communicate complex scientific information to various stakeholders.

• Ph.D. in Marine Biology, Oceanography, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of post-doctoral research experience in marine science.
• Proven expertise in marine ecology, biodiversity assessment, and conservation.
• Strong statistical analysis skills and proficiency with research software (e.g., R, SPSS, MATLAB).
• Demonstrated success in securing research grants and publishing in leading scientific journals.
• Experience with remote sensing, GIS, and AUVs for ecological research.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and foster collaboration within a remote team.
• Commitment to advancing marine conservation through rigorous scientific inquiry.

Job Title: Director, Clinical Laboratory Operations

Location: IAVI - Africa: Nairobi, Kenya, Cape Town, South Africa; OR Remote South Africa, considered

Reports to: Senior Director, Clinical Immunology and Lab Operations

IAVI is seeking a Director, Clinical Lab Operations to lead IAVI's lab operations in Africa. The Director will lead logistical, technical, and regulatory aspects of lab services for clinical trials, while driving lab quality, budget management, vendor oversight, often leveraging technology and data analysis optimizing performance. Director will lead strategy to support the development of vaccines and antibodies for HIV, TB, and emerging infectious diseases. Overseeing the implementation of good clinical lab practices (gCLP) across partner clinical research centers (CRCs) ensuring sustained and robust lab quality systems and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance:

• Development, implementation and monitoring of quality systems for both the internal IAVI Laboratory Operations unit as well as those of site labs selected, including:
• Ensuring readiness for technical audits
• Ensure laboratory operations meet regulatory standards and sponsor requirements
• Oversee preparation of sites for clinical trials and epidemiology studies.
• Oversee teams monitoring study progress at site laboratories for the duration of the study/trial.

Budget & Vendor Management:

• Development and management of operational budgets with budget managers and clinical teams based on study needs.
• Oversee the development of and implementation of associated integrated work plans and budgets, ensuring that the resources are allocated and deployed effectively.
• Review budgets and timelines ensuring integration with the overall clinical trials program.
• Identification and assessment of vendors to support Lab Operations.
• Development and review of scope of work, task orders and contracts for vendors.
• Management and oversight of procurement and vendor governance for a cost-effective and sustainable lab ecosystem.

Team Leadership:

• Building and mentoring a high-performing team, fostering leadership development, and implementing succession planning.
• Review and approval of all laboratory related documents for studies being implemented.
• Technology & Data:
• Leading the adoption of digital systems like LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) and other platforms for enhanced efficiency, data analysis, and performance monitoring.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensuring all laboratory activities comply with Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and other accreditations (e.g. ISO and other relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Serve in product development project teams as the laboratory lead.
• Serving as a key point of contact for CROs, clinical sites, and internal teams, influencing and leading clinical operations outcomes.
• Representing IAVI and its partners in various areas such as presenting project progress, achievements, and lessons learned to donors, and other key stakeholders in meetings and conferences.

Education and Experience:

• A Ph.D. in Immunology or related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant independent research experience, either in a university or corporate setting, with experience working on clinical trials is required OR;
• A minimum of bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field and 10 years' experience in a safety laboratory will also be considered and clinical trials experience in developing countries is required.
• Experience working in a certified or accredited lab is required (e.g CLIA, ISO, CAP and GCLP).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience managing clinical laboratory research projects and staff to deliver high quality data to meet project goals and deadlines is required.
• Broad knowledge of clinical medicine, pathology disciplines, basic medical sciences, clinical laboratory sciences, laboratory operations, and quality management systems required.
• Experience in safety labs analysis and assay validation and verification, as well as assay development and optimization is required.
• Experience and understanding of ICH GCP, GCLP and other relevant regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
• Knowledge of and skills in informatics, data analysis, and business management highly preferred.
• Experience with vaccine clinical trials and assay development is highly preferred.
• Understanding of and experience with implementation of Good Clinical laboratory Practices in infectious disease clinical trials conduct is required.
• Strong organizational skills with proven experience in building strong, coherent and efficient teams.
• Solid reasoning and analytical skills.
• Experience in working in a decentralized system, and maintaining close working relationships with various departments, contractors, clinical centers and clinical and basic science laboratories.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to present programs to audiences ranging from high level scientists, clinical investigators and physicians, clinical trials execution teams and non-scientists is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment is required.
• Willingness to travel at least 20-25% of the time to IAVI regional and head offices required.
• Passion for the IAVI Mission.

Organizational Overview:

IAVI is a nonprofit scientific research organization dedicated to addressing urgent, unmet global health challenges including HIV and tuberculosis. We develop vaccines and antibodies in and for the developing world and seek to accelerate their introduction in low-income countries. IAVI programs and partnerships are grounded in the regions of the world where the disease burden is the greatest, and our approach emphasizes sustainability. Our network of clinical research center partners in Africa and India helps strengthen in-country research capacity and supports the training and education of the next generation of scientists. IAVI accelerates scientific discovery and development by fostering unique collaborations among academia, industry, local communities, governments, and funders to explore new and better ways to address public health threats that disproportionately affect people living in poverty. Our global reach, including a clinical research network in five countries in sub-Saharan Africa and in India, has allowed us to make fundamental contributions to understanding the epidemiology, transmission, virology, and immunology of HIV. This work played a key role in facilitating the design of promising HIV vaccine candidates, as well as the discovery of broadly neutralizing antibodies that are now being advanced as promising approaches for HIV prevention. Our integrated capabilities in vaccine and antibody discovery, development, and clinical research take advantage of bio-pharmaceutical industry expertise to accelerate the development and testing of prevention methods for HIV and other diseases.

IAVI CORE VALUES:

• Dedication to the Mission: We are committed to the translation of scientific discoveries into affordable, globally accessible public health solutions.
• Innovative Evolution: We are committed to solving complex problems in creative and innovative ways, learning from our mistakes and successes and never giving up
• Integrity: We are committed to meeting the highest ethical and professional standards in everything we do and to taking responsibility for our actions to earn respect
• Collaboration: We are committed to embracing diversity, the power of global teamwork and the belief that by working as one we can make a difference

Disclaimer: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. IAVI is an equal opportunity employer and applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

IAVI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER actively committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive global organization. IAVI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a representative candidate pool. At IAVI, we celebrate the spectrum of colleagues' experiences and believe that dedication to our mission above all is essential to our success as a scientific global non-profit. IAVI upholds these principles through IAVI's Global Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

Compensation And Benefits Information:

Salary is paid in local currency, and is commensurate and competitive with the local labor market. Please note, there may be some variation based on experience level. In addition, this position offers competitive benefits including: generous retirement savings plan employer contributions; competitive health, dental and vision insurance plans; competitive paid time off policy; potential for annual bonuses based on performance; and other benefits. More information can be found on IAVI's career page.

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• Design and execute comprehensive drug discovery research programs.
• Identify and validate novel drug targets.
• Develop and optimize strategies for lead compound identification and synthesis.
• Conduct pharmacological assays and evaluate drug efficacy and safety.
• Oversee preclinical development studies.
• Analyze and interpret complex scientific data.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and pharmacologists.
• Prepare research reports, scientific publications, and patent applications.
• Mentor junior scientists and guide research direction.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in pharmaceutical sciences and therapeutic areas.

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical research and drug discovery.
• Proven experience in leading complex research projects and scientific teams.
• Extensive knowledge of drug discovery methodologies and technologies.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with in vitro and in vivo assay development and validation.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead initiatives in a remote research setting.