Professor / Assistant Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences Medical College

Professor / Assistant Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences
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Medical College

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Introduction

Aga Khan University's (AKU) Department of Community Health Sciences (CHS) is a preeminent public health institution in the country. The vision of the Chancellor set the direction for the University to take a lead in community development and the creation of an innovative curriculum that emphasizes a balance between patient care and population health. Over the past several decades, CHS has played a major role in leading the development of national level primary health care, public health practice, health systems through evidence-based approach. CHS has established successful models in urban and rural settings in Pakistan emphasizing empowerment - building on the strengths of communities. As part of an international university, CHS collaborates in a global network of outstanding research and teaching institutions including AKU affiliates in East Africa and Central Asia.

CHS has five major sections – Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Health Policy & Management, Population & Reproductive Health, Environmental-Occupational and Climate Change (EOHCC), and Non-Communicable Diseases & Mental Health.

AKU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and aims to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between all faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible to:

• Design and implement comprehensive educational curricula for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students in Reproductive Health, ensuring alignment with the latest academic standards and practices.
• Develop and continuously update specialized educational programs in Reproductive Health to meet the needs of professionals in continuing education initiatives.
• Lead the establishment of innovative research programs in Reproductive Health, secure funding through grant writing and proposals, and actively participate in ongoing research endeavors.
• Identify and leverage national and international funding opportunities to support Reproductive Health research projects and training programs, enhancing the institution's research capabilities.
• Advocate for policies supporting reproductive and child health, and gender equity, engaging with policymakers and stakeholders to influence decision-making processes.
• Act as a pivotal contact for provincial and district governments, facilitating the translation of research findings into actionable strategies that improve maternal, newborn, and child health outcomes.

Requirements

You should have:

• Preferably an MBBS degree, complemented by a FCPS/Ph.D. in Public Health with a specialization in Population Studies/Reproductive Health from a reputable and HEC recognized university or institution.
• Preferably 10 years (or more) of teaching and research experience at an HEC recognized university or postgraduate institution. A proven track record of professional achievements, including publications, successful grant writing, and impactful research in the field.
• Skilled in planning and organizing curricula, with a strong grasp of research administration within educational settings.
• Exceptional teaching abilities, with a deep knowledge of innovative teaching methodologies tailored to diverse student needs.
• Excellent command of both verbal and written English and Urdu, with additional proficiency in local/regional languages considered a valuable asset.
• Strong academic writing skills, capable of producing scholarly articles and grant proposals that meet high academic standards.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to build and sustain effective teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Proficient in the use of relevant computer software packages essential for research, teaching, and administrative duties.

To Apply

Interested candidates should send by email their detailed CVs along with a covering letter to human.resources@aku.edu and mark the subject with "10000334".

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Applications should be submitted latest by September 15, 2024.

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