Overall Purpose of the Job
The
Mathematical Modelers will be responsible for formulating, programming, and
deploying mathematical models that comprehend complex processes in
animal-related problems. They will leverage existing data resources within
icipe and its partners and use their skills to deliver high-quality data-driven
decision-making.
Specific duties
The successful candidates are expected
to:
- Work closely with experts (e.g., entomologists,
statisticians, GIS, surveillance, data scientists, and disease experts)
across the project/unit to acquire domain knowledge and data for model
parameterisation and calibration.
- Perform descriptive and exploratory statistical
analysis of individual-level or aggregate-level data to parameterize
models for suitability analysis and spatial decision tools.
- Develop mathematical models for drivers and
present scenarios/(un)certainties for spatial decision tools.
- Perform analytical (counterfactual) simulation
experiments using mathematical models for various animal-health outcomes.
- Maintain high-quality coding practices, version
control, and documentation of coding for reproducibility.
- Contribute to manuscript and report writing.
- Any other duties assigned.
Requirements/ qualifications
- BSc/BA in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer
Science or any other related field from a recognized University.
- Minimum of one year of proven work experience in
a more or less similar position.
- Previous experience at an international/
regional research organization is an added advantage.
- Good understanding of mathematical modeling.
- Good understanding of computer programming.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal
skills.
How to Apply
