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Full Time Faculty, Consultant Nephrologist, Department of Medicine

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Medical College

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction

The Aga Khan University is a pioneering institution of higher education whose mission is to improve the quality of life in the developing world and beyond, through world-class teaching, research and healthcare delivery. AKU educates students for local and global leadership from campuses and teaching hospitals in six countries, primarily in Asia and Africa. It generates new knowledge to solve problems that affect millions of people, especially the most vulnerablThe University is a private, not-for-profit institution and part of the Aga Khan Development Network. www.aku.edu

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. The Medical College offers Master of Medicine (M Med) degrees in Anaesthesia, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics & Gyneacology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Radiology, and Surgery.
 
Currently the University offers fellowship programmes in the following specialties: Cardiology, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Nuclear Medicine, Neurology, Neonatology and Paediatric Neurology.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chair, Department of Medicine, the incumbent will undertake clinical, educational and research functions under supervision. The incumbent will admit, consult and undertake diagnosis and treatment of patients admitted under the Nephrology section. S/he will be allowed to order tests and radiology and consult with sub-specialists when necessary to ensure quality, professional and ethical patient care.

Requirements

  • Applicants must have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B. Ch.B) or equivalent with an MMed or its equivalent in Internal Medicine and Nephrology 
  • S/he must have at least one year post training experience and be registered by KMPD as a specialist in Nephrology
  • Should have demonstrable competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment
  • Ability to seek and accept advice and adhere to deadlines
  • Should demonstrate honesty, integrity, compassion and respect for diversity and apply ethical principles appropriately
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

To Apply

​Application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, should be sent to the Manager, Recruitment, Aga Khan University Hospital, via the email:  hr.universityke@aku.edu 

Please quote the position title on the email subject.  

Only short listed candidates will be contacted