Key Responsibilities:
Identifying research gaps in line with the Institute’s research priority areas;
Development of research proposals in the relevant research thematic area;
Implementing pre-clinical and clinical research projects and/or supervise designated aspects of the work;
Conducting medical examinations and writing medical reports;
General diagnosis, care, treatment and provision of specialized clinical care for study participants;
Conducting community diagnosis, care and treatment during Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
activities;
Establishing strategic partnerships for research, training, innovations, technology;
Sourcing for grants to fund the approved research protocols;
Supervising junior professional and technical staff attached to his/her pre-clinical and clinical research program
Monitoring and evaluating implementation of research projects;
Writing manuscripts, reports and translating research findings into lay language;
Disseminating and translating research findings for evidence based policy formulations and implementation;
Identifying technology with potential for intellectual property protection;
Vacancy Requirements
1 At least eight (8) years relevant work experience Mandatory
2 Diploma in Clinical Medicine; Mandatory
3 Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine such as Anaesthesia, Oral Health, ENT, Pediatrics, Lung/Skin, Orthopedics, Reproductive Health, Epidemiology, dermatoenerology, Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery from a recognized institution; Mandatory
4 Master’s Degree in Public health will be added advantage Mandatory
5 Membership to a relevant professional body; Mandatory
6 Additional training in clinical trials management/ project management related field and research ethics is an added
Scholarship 2026/27
Current Scholarships 2026/2027 - Fully Funded
Full Undergraduate Scholarships 2026 - 2027
Fully Funded Masters Scholarships 2026 - 27
PhD Scholarships for International Students - Fully Funded!
Funding Opportunities for Journalists 2026/2027
Funding for Entrepreneurs 2026/2027
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