54gene Nigeria Medical Anthropologist Jobs in Nigeria
54gene Nigeria Medical Anthropologist Jobs in Nigeria
Job Description We are searching for a detail-orientated Medical Anthropologist with experience working within the Nigerian and/or African context and landscape and a solid grasp of the cultural and societal underpinnings as it relates to medicine and healthcare.
The Medical Anthropologist's responsibilities include conducting research and investigations, collecting and interpreting medical data, leading research teams to better understand variations in cultures, ethnicities and societies and how these can be linked to biology and medicine.
The role will also involve collaborating with other healthcare professionals and academics. S/he should be able to write proposals and reports, conduct rigorous primary research, interview a range of stakeholders, and present convincing presentations of findings to diverse teams.
To be successful in this role, the Medical Anthropologist should be a strong problem solver able to connect the dots, have insatiable curiosity and be a confident communicator of complex findings. S/he should be able to see the bigger picture, never tire of research and demonstrate great resilience.
Roles and Responsibilities
Examine the local context of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention, and the structural as well as conceptual barriers to improved health status
Create research plans that broadly engage with the impact of culture, religion, socio-economic, environment and healing modalities on well-being and illness
Study diverse sources of data to form a complete analysis of the human health in the context of the communities being studied
Examine the effects of 54gene’s research and clinical trial studies on the beneficiary population/communities
Engage with a range of stakeholders to collect and analyse data that enables 54gene to better understand the impact of its activities on the society and build relationships with key organizations
Liaise with health service professionals, policy analysts, consultants, social workers, and other relevant stakeholders
Follow new publications related to your specialization and participate in meaningful discussions
Encourage respect for and the sharing of human experiences
Qualifications
Education & Certifications:
Advanced degree in Anthropology, Medicine, Social Work, Psychology or similar field + advanced training in your subspecialty; required
Ph.D in Anthropology, Medicine, Social Work, Psychology or similar
field; desired
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Excellent primary and secondary research and a strong ability to communicate research findings both written and verbally
Ability to design and conduct large-scale, relevant studies
Strong grasp of appropriate data analysis techniques
Clear and flexible verbal, written and telephonic communication skills
Ability to be flexible, versatile, adaptable and take initiative
Strong presentation skills, proven ability to communicate with diverse audiences, internally and externally
Ability to successfully collaborate cross-functionally with others of different skill sets, backgrounds and levels within and external to the organization, including researchers, clinicians and technical personnel
Cognizant and welcoming of differences in the human condition
Experience:
7 - 10 years of experience as an Anthropologist in an organization with similar expectations
Familiarity with Anthropological insights, values, and research approaches
Proven record of completing investigations and publishing technical works research papers and journal articles that may include: political ecology of health, disease, and/or nutrition; perceptions of risk, vulnerability, and responsibility for illness and health care; or analysis of health and the environment within a Science and Technology Studies (STS) framework.
Other:
Willingness to travel if required.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; 54gene Nigeria Medical Anthropologist Jobs in Nigeria
Find Latest Jobs in Nigeria Today - Recruitment in Nigeria Job - Nigerian Jobs - in Nigeria - Job Vacancies in Nigeria
Search our career portal & find the latest Nigerian job positions, career opportunities & jobs in Nigeria.
Jobs in Nigeria - banking jobs in Nigeria, IT jobs in Nigeria, accounting jobs in Nigeria, NGO jobsin Nigeria, business administration in Nigeria, ICT jobs in Nigeria, UN jobs in Nigeria, procurement jobs in Nigeria, education jobs in Nigeria, hospital jobs in Nigeria, human resources jobs in Nigeria, engineering jobs in Nigeria, teaching jobs in Nigeria, and other careers in Nigeria.
Oil and Gas job vacancies in Nigeria, MTN jobs in Nigeria, job vacancies in Nigeria for fresh graduates.
Federal government jobs in Nigeria, job vacancies in Nigeria Federal Civil Service.
Find your dream job from 1000s of vacancies in Nigeria posted and updated daily - click here!
Click here to post comments
Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to NGO Jobs in Africa.
