Research Scientist - Kano

Who we are

EHA Clinics is a world-class comprehensive health care service provider located in Nigeria. We aim to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare services in any setting: the clinic, the home, or through innovative online and mobile solutions. All of our clinics are equipped with the latest healthcare technologies, and the most dedicated team of healthcare professionals, providing a unique range of patient-centric services.

Mission Statement

We are on a mission to deliver quality health care that is accessible, effective, and affordable. By leveraging technology and an exceptional team, we provide a superior experience, improved outcomes, and reduced pricing for our individual, family, and business members.

Core Values

Customer Experience: We deliver ever-increasing value and convenience to our customers and ensure they are treated with the utmost respect and service regardless of income or social status.                                                                                                                          

Quality & Safety: We strive to improve the health of our customers, their families, and our community. We will continuously improve our quality to provide the best available healthcare services according to the best available science.  

We ensure our staff are trained to perform their duties safely and reduce the spread of infections. Our facilities and processes are designed to ensure maximum safety for our customers.

Our People: We invest in the well-being, training, and development of our staff.

Financial Stewardship: We work to reduce waste and maximize value to our customers, investors, and partners.

Impact: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages: improved access, affordability, and quality of life.

Our services:

• Medical Services
• Research and Informatics
• Pharmacy
• Laboratory & Diagnostics
• Community Health (REACH Program)
• Telehealth and Telemedicine

                                 Mission Objective

Research is a core component of EHA Clinics dedication to enhancing health care. Our Research team is on a mission to lead the way in medical research within Nigeria, aiming to significantly improve the health of Nigerians. We are committed to conducting pioneering research and translating these findings into practical benefits that enhance the daily lives of individuals. As an integral part of EHA Clinics, our team works to uncover new insights and solutions, ensuring that our research directly contributes to the organization’s overarching mission of delivering quality, accessible, and affordable health care.

The research scientist researches critical information/data on project performance and provides monitoring of project execution essential to sustaining program delivery in (name the program area). The support to monitoring project activities is key to sustaining the monitoring and evaluation and ensuring project  activities conform with overall organisation standards.

                      Duties And Responsibilities 

                           ENSURE PROCESS INTEGRITY

PURPOSE

• Draft grant applications and study proposals after reviewing RFPs and background literature. Identify and develop data collection and data analysis strategies 
• Prepare draft reports and manuscripts for publication. 
• Design research protocols and experiments to test hypotheses and objectives, and code data collection tools in REDCap and 
• Survey CTO. Design and code data collection tools in REDCap and SurveyCTO. Collect research data.
• Independently write open letters/commentaries/opinions on varied research topics to inform and influence the scientific community.

                                              ADVISE

ENGAGEMENT

• Work closely with intramural and extramural colleagues to identify new research topics and funding opportunities 
• Support principal investigators in analysing and interpreting results and writing discussion sections of manuscripts 
• Meet with funders and investigators to prepare research implementation plans and protocols. Advise and coordinate with external consultants as needed on projects
•  Conduct outreach activities at universities and other suitable organisations to solicit new projects and staff.

                                 SUSTAIN STANDARDS

DELIVERY

• Create, test and refine study protocols, workflow and related training material 
• Regularly create social media posts and stories to increase the visibility of the department in the local and professional community. 
• Prepare informed consent and ethics committee applications.
• Analyse and reconcile data using statistical programming languages (R, Stata)

               Targeted Specialized Knowledge 

• Bachelor’s degree with honours in science, medicine or public health from a leading
•  Accredited university; a master’s degree in public health, biological science or a similar field is preferred 
• A minimum of one year of outstanding work experience as a research associate or support staff in a nationally recognized organisation is essential. 
• Experience applying sound scientific principles and practices to a wide range of fields. 
• Authorship of peer-reviewed publications in high-quality journals.
• Data analysis proficiency in R, Stata. Proficiency in data collection tools such as ReDCAP, SurveyCTO. Good documentation and analytical skills. 
• Strong organisational and time-management skills. 
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time as required.
• Written and spoken language proficiency in applicable languages. Good interpersonal skills and communication with a wide variety of patients, medical staff, and caregivers.

Remuneration

EHA Clinics is committed to fair and competitive compensation for its employees. We want our team members in all locations to feel valued for their unique skills, expertise, and talents and remunerated accordingly, so we can attract and retain the best and most passionate people. 

Key Areas of Note 

Keep up to date with relevant medical research, technology, and evidence-based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals, etc.

Research unusual symptoms and treatment options, through consultation with physicians and other medical specialists.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Hold Computer literacy
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service
• Caring, Compassionate, Dedicated and Professional
• Working Under Pressure
• Humane, Empathetic and Supportive Bedside Manner
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Problem solving and Initiative
• Time Management and Organization
• Attention to Detail

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. EHA Clinics is a tobacco-free environment.