DHRC Data Science Department (DDSD)

DHRC Data Science Department (DDSD)

The Data Science Department (DDSD) is responsible for the development, execution and supervision of plans, policies, programs and practices that control, protect, deliver and enhance the value of data and information assets of all research projects/studies conducted by the centre as well as providing library and archive services.

Mission
Provide quality Data management services to research projects, staff and collaborators, aimed at facilitating the achievement of the DHRC's mandate.

Vision
To be a Department of excellence in the provision of high-quality data management services that meet international standards

Objectives
1. Oversee the entire Data management operations of the centre, from planning, design, training, processing, analysis and archiving.

2. Update management on current Data management issues.

3. Library & Archival Services

Achieving our set objectives
The DDSD has three (3) main arms, namely; data processing, data analysis and data archiving that collectively work to harmonise her set objectives. These services include;

Data Management Services:
Project and/or Research data are entered and stored in different formats and platforms based on the project requirements. Data from some of the clinical/vaccine trials and other surveys are entered online, and measures are usually put in place to ensure data security. Most of the data from research projects are entered on-site using locally developed Database Management Systems. The Database Management Systems and the data are stored in a database server on-site which is password protected. Individuals who use a particular data entry application will have to be granted access to the server by the Database Administrator.

Library Services:
The main DHRC fully air-conditioned Library, resourced with research materials and Computers with its serene atmosphere, is another service offered by the DSD. With the assistance of the Librarian, one can be assured of getting the needed assistance.

Various levels of manpower needs have been deployed across these arms to ensure the attainment of the overall set objectives. These are:

1. Data Clerks/ Assistants
2. Research Assistants
3. Data Systems Designers/Managers
4. Statisticians