Instructor in the Department of Haematology / Oncology

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous and self-governing international university, with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries over three continents (www.aku.edu). An integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network (www.akdn.org), AKU provides higher education in several disciplines, carries out research pertinent to the countries and operates 7 hospitals (soon 8) and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards. It has almost 2,500 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As an international institution, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact and access.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the position of Instructor in the Department of Haematology/Oncology.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be trained and participate with faculty members to ensure delivery of quality service to oncology patients and participate in the development and delivery of evidence based treatment protocols for oncology care and in the implementation of a 'patient cantered' Comprehensive Regional Cancer Programme.

The candidate will also receive training in the art and science of clinical investigation and participate as sub-Investigator on clinical trials. This position has the unique potential to lead to a formal fellowship training in hematology - oncology.

Requirements:

• Masters of Medicine Degree in Internal Medicine from a reputable institution;
• Certification and registration from the relevant Medical Practitioners and Dentists regulating body;
• Current BLS, ETAT-plus or EPLS certificate;
• S/he should be a good team player with interest in working in an academic institution;
• S/he should have a keen academic commitment to the field of haematology and oncology and potentially a niche area of focus and research
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn with and from faculty and mentors within the department;
• Commitment to excellence in patient care with compassion;
• Commitment to learning and interest in being part of an academic clinical and research program.

To Apply:

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to the Manager, Recruitment, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, Nairobi or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu . Applications by email are preferred.

Please indicate the title of the position on your application.

Applications should be submitted latest by November 24, 2019