Amref International University Senior Researcher Jobs in Kenya

Title: Senior Researcher

School: Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancies

Reports to: Director of Research, Innovation and Consultancies


The Senior Researcher is a key member of the AMIU University’s Directorate of Research,
Innovation and consultancies. The post holder will contribute to the overall achievement of the strategic development and objectives of the Directorate, and the general success of the research, innovation and consultancies of Amref International University.


This shall be through the holder’s implementation of high quality research, innovation and consultancies within the University.


Main duties and responsibilities


  • Develop and write research grants for funding of research projects and contribute to the income generation base from local, regional, and global funding sources
  • Contribute in the achievements of the university consultancy agenda by developing and
    conducting of consultancies in relevant health related areas.
  • Actively nurture the University’s international academic profile and partners in line with the institution’s Internationalization strategy.
  • Implement research and consultancy processes conducted by the Directorate in adherence to the university policy guidelines
  • Contribute to research and postgraduate teaching programme development internally,
    externally and internationally through multi-disciplinary collaboration across and beyond the University.
  • Ensure compliance to the University policies on research quality and conduct and the requirements of all relevant regulatory bodies.
  • Undertake teaching of academic courses to undergraduate and post graduate students in
    areas of expertise, maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism.
  • Guide and mentor authors in the
    processing of manuscripts and scientific writing for
    publication in peer reviewed journals, including in the internal Africa Health Agenda
    International Journal (AHAIJ)
  • Ensure effective communication in adherence to the management structure and application
    of the university policies and procedures.
  • Guide and supervise students in their research projects and thesis in adherence with the university policy


    Qualifications


  • Be a holder of earned Ph.D. in the area of expertise and in conducting and leading preferably in health systems research programmes.
  • A minimum of 7-years’ experience in research and academic teaching in an institution of higher learning.
  • Experienced in cross disciplinary research initiatives and collaboration.
  • Successful record of writing winning research grants Successful supervision of students at Master’s and/ or Ph.D. levels
  • Proficient in the SPSS or any other data analysis software


    How to apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by 10th July, 2018

    For more information and job application details, see; Amref International University Senior Researcher Jobs in Kenya

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