Medical Officer - Research at EHA Clinics

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 medical officer will work in the design and implementation of various research studies and projects at EHA Clinics. And through innovative research and collaborative partnerships, with the ultimate goal of improving research outcomes delivery. By integrating clinical expertise with cutting-edge research.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ENSURE PROCESS INTEGRITY

PURPOSE

• Write first drafts of grant applications and study proposals after reviewing RFPs and background literature.
• Prepare draft reports and high-quality manuscripts for publication in top-tier academic journals.
• Research and propose data collection strategies. Create, test and refine clinical study protocols, workflow and related training material based on best practices and cutting-edge science.
• Provide clinical knowledge, perspectives and insights while preparing grant applications and project plans.

ADVISE

ENGAGEMENT

• Assist principal investigators in analyzing and interpreting results and writing discussion sections of manuscripts.
• Work closely with intramural and extramural colleagues to identify new research topics and funding opportunities.
• Meet with funders and investigators to prepare research implementation plans and protocols. Coordinate with external consultants as needed on projects.
• Assist in the creation of social media posts and stories to increase the visibility of the department in the local and professional community. Conduct outreach activities at universities and other suitable organizations to solicit new projects and staff

SUSTAIN STANDARDS

DELIVERY

• Introduce streamlined methodologies for documentation, evaluation, monitoring, and reporting to enhance delivery timeframes while remaining responsive to client needs.
• Organize effective program monitoring ensuring delivery consistent with established timeframes.
• Prepare informed consent and ethics committee applications. And analyze electronic medical record data.
• Establish tools promoting the development and evolution of project outputs (proposals, reports, policy papers, concept notes, etc.) which ensure consistency in project outputs;

TARGETED SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree in medicine from a leading accredited university; a master's degree in public health, biological science or a similar field or post-graduate education in addition to the MBBS is preferred.
• Authorship of peer-reviewed publications is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and apply research methodologies to pass the probationary period.
• Basic research experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time as required.