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Summary #

I am a biostatistician and researcher in medical sciences specialising in statistical modelling, data science, and digital health analytics. Having completed my PhD at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) within the Biostatistics and Medical Informatics Research Group (BISI), I focus on developing and applying innovative methods that strengthen the scientific process and promote reproducibility in research.

My expertise spans multilevel and longitudinal modelling, high-dimensional data analysis, machine learning, and interactive data visualisation. I have contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications and collaborations with clinicians and scientists at VUB and UZ-Brussel, providing methodological guidance across the full research cycle, from study design and power analysis to data interpretation and reporting.

I am passionate about bridging statistical theory and practical application through open science, methodological innovation, and interactive tools. My goal is to make complex statistical methods more accessible, enabling researchers to make robust, data-driven decisions that improve health and scientific outcomes.

Experience #

Industry #

  • Oct 2021 – Sep 2025: Principal Statistical Consultant – Vrije Universiteit Brussels, Brussels, Belgium

    • Provided statistical and methodological support for research grant applications.
    • Offered consultations, statistical coaching, data analyses, and lead workshops.
    • Collaborated with researchers to design robust studies and develop comprehensive data analysis plans.

  • Jun 2020 – Sep 2020: Biostatistics Intern – African Cancer Institute, Cape Town, South Africa

    • Conducted primary and secondary analyses of cancer datasets using R and STATA.
    • Assisted in study design, sample size calculation, and statistical analysis plan development.
    • Supported research proposals with statistical reports and manuscript writing, and presented findings internally.

  • Nov 2017 – Jan 2019: Senior Statistician – Brown Engineering Group, Harare, Zimbabwe

    • Identified key performance indicators and established monitoring systems in collaboration with the finance manager.
    • Developed robust data collection methodologies and conducted comprehensive data analysis using ZOHO Analytics.

  • Mar 2015 – Oct 2017: Demand Planning Analyst – Brands Africa, Harare, Zimbabwe

    • Monitored stock levels and analyzed historical sales data to forecast future demand across Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi.
    • Performed trend analysis and developed models for accurate sales forecasting, minimizing stock-outs and excess inventory.

Research #

  • Sep 2021 – Sep 2025: Doctoral researcher in Medical Sciences – Vrije Universiteit Brussels, Belgium

    • Thesis: An artificial intelligent consultant to enhance statistical thinking. (supervisors: Prof. dr. Kurt Barbe & dr. Lara Stas)

  • Feb 2019 – Mar 2021: Postgraduate researcher in Biostatistics – Stellenbosch University, South Africa

    • Research Assignment: Microarray transcriptomic analysis of tuberculosis relapse. (supervisors: Prof. Jim Todd & Prof. Gerard Tromp)

  • Aug 2010 – Jun 2014: Undergraduate in Statistics & Mathematics – University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe

    • Dissertation: A comparison between the Aalen and Cox Regression models: An application to life insurance.

  • Click the research tab to view all publications, posters and talks.

Teaching #

  • Apr 2021 – Oct 2021: Academic Coach – Teach Me 2, Cape Town, South Africa

    • Delivered one-on-one math and statistics tutoring, leading to a 60% improvement in client grades.
    • Utilised specialised techniques and accommodations to enhance academic success.

  • Feb 2020 – Jun 2020: Teaching assistant – Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa

    • Guided and supported first-year MSc Biostatistics students in data management and statistical programming using R and STATA.

Education #

  • Sep 2021 – Present: PhD in Medical Sciences – Vrije Universiteit Brussels, Belgium
  • Feb 2019 – Mar 2021: MSc in Biostatistics – Stellenbosch University, South Africa
  • Aug 2010 – Jun 2014: BSc (Hons) in Statistics – University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe

Professional Training & Certifications #

  • SDTM Programming in R – Open Source in Pharma | Dec 2024
  • Medical Writing (Basic) – Emtex Academy | Nov 2024
  • Building ADaMs with Pharmaverse packages – Open Source in Pharma | Oct 2024
  • Advanced Clinical Research Fundamentals – Udemy | Jun 2024
  • Peace and Conflict Transformation – Holy Trinity Brussels, Belgium | Oct 2023 – Apr 2024
  • Project Management – True Colours | Nov 2023 – Jan 2024
  • Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics – Strathmore University, Kenya (Online via Pharmacometrics Africa & CREATES) | Nov 2020 – Mar 2021
  • Foundation in Omics – LabVine Learning, South Africa (Online via Centre for Proteomic and Genomic Research) | Nov 2019
  • Genetic Epidemiology – Stellenbosch University, South Africa | Sep 2019

Skills & Expertise #

  • Statistical Software: R (RStudio, R Markdown & Quarto, R Shiny), STATA, SPSS, GitHub, Python, SAS and LaTeX
  • Data Analysis & Visualisation
  • Project Management & Strategic Planning
  • Research & Consulting
  • Leadership & Coaching
  • High-Dimensional Data Analysis & Machine Learning
  • Communication & Presentation
  • Web development (Hugo & Blogdown)
  • Languages: Shona (native proficiency), English (bilingual proficiency) and Dutch (elementary proficiency)
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