Byaruhanga Jacob Wamoto
Byaruhanga Jacob Wamoto
What Did you enjoy about the program?
I enjoyed seeing how the program integrates core biostatistics concepts with practical research tools. The balance between theoretical foundations and hands-on software training helps translate abstract methods into actionable analysis. It’s rewarding to learn how to choose appropriate statistical models, understand their assumptions, and then apply those choices using real datasets.
This combination fosters both critical thinking and technical competence, which are essential for robust health research. Another highlight was the exposure to a variety of research tools used in biostatistics. Tools for data management, visualization, and advanced modeling provide a full-stack skill set.
Learning to manipulate data efficiently, produce clear and accurate visual summaries, and implement analyses in widely adopted software can greatly improve the reliability and communicability of findings. The ability to compare methods, run diagnostics, and validate results across tools is particularly valuable in interdisciplinary teams.
I also appreciated the emphasis on reproducibility and documentation. In biostatistics, transparent workflows, well-documented code, and clear analysis narratives are critical for peer review and replication.
Programs that teach version control, project organization, and the creation of shareable reports help ensure that analyses can be audited and extended by others. This focus aligns with best practices in clinical research and public health.
Finally, the collaborative and problem-solving aspects stood out. Working on real-world health data often involves navigating messy data, missing values, and quirky coding schemes.
A program that encourages teamwork, asks you to communicate complex statistical ideas to non-specialists, and provides opportunities for hands-on practice with challenging datasets can build confidence. The supportive environment and access to mentors or peers who can provide feedback further enhance the learning experience.
PROFILE
Name: Byaruhanga Jacob Wamoto
Summary
• A Medical Clinical Officer and Public Health Officer, registered with the Uganda Allied Health Professionals Council (Registration No. 37672) with over four years of clinical care, teaching, community health, and research experience.
• Recently completed a comprehensive program in Research Tools & Biostatistics, with hands-on training in STATA, R, EpiData, SPSS, and Python.
• Committed to evidence-based practice, mentoring, and translating research findings into actionable improvements in health outcomes.
• Currently serving at Gulu College of Health Sciences and Gulu Independent Hospital, focusing on data-informed decision making and community-based interventions.
Educational Background
• 2022 – Present: Mountains of the Moon University — Bachelor of Science in Public Health
• 2016 – 2019: Gulu College of Health Sciences — Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Community Health
• 2014 – 2015: Uganda Martyrs Secondary School Namugongo — Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)
• 2010 – 2013: Uganda Martyrs Secondary School Namugongo — Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
• 2003 – 2009: Iganga Boys Boarding Primary School — Primary Leaving Examination (PLE)
Professional Training and Certifications
• Jul – Dec 2025: Research Tools & Biostatistics: STATA, R-Studio, EpiData, SPSS, Python — Freya International School & Cytology Society of Uganda
• Feb 2023: Advocacy for Prevention of Maternal Mortality & Morbidity — Boma Hotel, Gulu
• Feb 2021: COVID-19 Control & Prevention Campaign — Health Facilities, Uganda
• Mar 2019: Integrated Management of Neonatal & Childhood Illnesses — Workshop Training
• Apr 2019: HIV & Co-infection Testing, Diagnosis & Implementation — Pajule Health Centre IV, Pader District
Research and Projects
• Ongoing involvement in clinical and public health research, with data collection, management, and analysis using STATA, R, SPSS, and EpiData.
• Experience in designing data collection tools, performing descriptive and inferential analyses, and presenting results to multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitoring health indicators and evaluating intervention outcomes, with emphasis on maternal health, HIV/TB, and community health programs.
Work Experience
• Clinical Instructor, Gulu College of Health Sciences, Gulu City (Feb 2021 – Present)
o Teaching, mentoring & supervising students
o Developing & evaluating student performance
o Preparing & reviewing training materials
• Medical Clinical Officer, Gulu Independent Hospital, Gulu City (Aug 2020 – Present)
o Implementation of primary health care activities
o Teaching & mentoring staff and patients
o Compiling and submitting reports
• IPC Focal Person and Community Health Team Representative, Gulu Independent Hospital, Gulu City (Aug 2024 – Present)
o Linking pregnant women to health facility services
o Monitoring maternal health indicators and reporting
o Training staff on safe delivery and maternal infection control
o Monitoring hygiene practices during antenatal and postnatal care
Professional Goals
• To contribute to improved healthcare outcomes through evidence-based research and practice, with a focus on HIV/TB projects and community health interventions.
• To develop and implement effective protocols, mentor health teams, and ensure that research findings translate into sustainable health improvements.
Leadership and Service
• Head, Continuous Professional Development (CPD), Gulu Independent Hospital (2022 – Present)
• Head, Nutrition Department, Gulu Independent Hospital (2023 – Present)
• Chairperson, Fellowship of Christian Unions, Gulu College of Health Sciences (2022 – 2023)
Research Skills and Technical Competencies
• Statistical software: STATA, R, SPSS, EpiData; Python basics
• Study designs: cross-sectional, cohort, case-control
• Data management, cleaning, quality control
• Data visualization and basic epidemiological interpretation
• Reproducible research practices and project documentation