Dr. Constance Wose Kinge

Dr. Constance Wose Kinge, PhD has a diverse work experience in the field of public health and epidemiology. Starting in 2014, they served as a Research Fellow specializing in Molecular Virology and Hepatitis Virus Diversity at the University of the Witwatersrand. In this role, they conducted research and contributed to the understanding of hepatitis viruses.

In 2020, Dr. Kinge worked as a Biostatistician at the Department of Health South Africa, where they utilized their statistical skills to analyze public health data. Dr. Constance then joined NHLS (National Health Laboratory Service), working as a Biostatistician and Infectious Disease Epidemiologist. During their time at NHLS, they provided expertise in infectious disease epidemiology and biostatistics.

Dr. Kinge also worked as a Strategic Information Advisor and Infectious Disease Epidemiologist at Interactive Research and Development from July 2020 to June 2021. Their role involved providing strategic guidance and expertise in infectious disease epidemiology.

Currently, they are employed at Right to Care, where they hold the positions of Senior Epidemiologist & Scientific Officer as well as Senior Technical Specialist in Implementation Science. In these roles, they contribute to the development and implementation of scientific strategies and policies to improve healthcare delivery.

Overall, Dr. Constance Wose Kinge has a strong background in public health research, biostatistics, infectious disease epidemiology, and implementation science. Their work experience demonstrates their commitment to improving public health outcomes through research, data analysis, and strategic planning.

Dr. Constance Wose Kinge obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Microbiology and Medical Laboratory Technology from the University of Buea in 2004. Dr. Constance pursued their passion for virology and earned two Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees, one from Rockefeller University in Virology in 2013 and another from North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit in Virology in 2014. In 2019, they furthered their education by completing a Master of Science (MS) degree in Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the University of the Witwatersrand.

In addition to their academic achievements, Dr. Kinge has also acquired additional certifications. In 2018, they obtained a certification in Specialized Project Management from the University of the Witwatersrand. Additionally, in 2020, they completed a certification in Data Science with Python from the University of Cape Town.