Aga Khan University Physician Scientist Jobs in Kenya

Excellent career opportunities exist for individuals to join a Faculty of Health Sciences committed to quality and impact in education, research, and service delivery.

The position is in the AKU Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health, Aga Khan University The right candidate will have a background that demonstrates interest, engagement and success in research and teaching, with commitment to a mission driven and multidisciplinary collaborative approach.

The Physician Scientist will play a critical role in contributing to the mandate of the Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health, AKU, in advancing women, children and adolescent health research and the application of research findings and knowledge to practice and policy. Other roles will entail supporting development of national, regional and global alignments and partnerships that advance the priority areas.

Although the successful Physician Scientist will be expected to commit most of his/her time to research (80% time), continuity with clinical services provision (20% time) is important.

S/he will report to the Director CoEWCH for the academic work and to the Chair of the relevant clinical department for clinical services. A letter of Expectation will be jointly developed annually to clearly define work plans.


Qualification & Relevant Experience

The successful candidate for this position