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Post-Doctoral Fellow: Environment, Climate and Health
1 month ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Aga Khan University's vision is to serve the developing world and Muslim societies in innovative and enduring ways. It is committed to the development of human capacities through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, and application through service.
JOB SUMMARY
RequirementsApplicants should:hold a PhD (recently completed) in Population/Public/Global/International Health (all with a focus on Environmental Health) or Environmental Health or Climate Change or any closely related a BA and/or MSc in any of the above or closely related demonstrable ability to conduct independent/supportive research, formulate hypotheses, design experiments and critically analyze databe capable of addressing complex scientific or academic challenges within the specified field of studypossess excellent written and verbal communication skillshave experience in mentorship or teachinghave working knowledge of specific methodologies, tools, software or laboratory techniques relevant to the specific research area.Detailed applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates should be addressed to The Aga Khan University via the email Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis.Quote the position applied for in the subject line.Only shortlisted candidates will be contactedApplications should be submitted latest by August 18, 2024
RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will be responsible for conducting research at the intersection of environment, climate change and health. He/she will support innovative research studies, publish scholarly work, and seek opportunities to actively build their capacity within the programme. Specifically, the incumbent will:Design and undertake a research-based scholarly project for the duration of the fellowship to advance understanding in climate and health.Contribute to the development and implementation of ongoing research projects with the opportunity to build capacity in designing experiments, novel data collection approaches and advanced data analysis.Publish at least one manuscript in a reputable journal as lead author.Actively contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and participate in academic discussion to disseminate research.Contribute to capacity development of junior researchers, research staff and students.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Communication, Research planning, Teaching, Exam preparation and grading, Training program planning
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Post-graduate education
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