Oversee critical operational duties, including executing strategic initiatives, managing cross-functional projects, and ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. Develop and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall performance within the team or department. Collaborate with key stakeholders to align objectives, foster a culture of accountability, and drive continuous improvement. Monitor progress through key performance indicators, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership for informed decision-making. Additionally, mentor team members, promote professional growth, and maintain a high standard of operational excellence in all assigned responsibilities.
Within the initial three-month period, Independent Development Plans (IDPs) should be created to establish a clear professional career trajectory and define the pathway toward achieving independence as a scientist.
Deliver instruction for three adjunct courses: One Health Ethics, Implementation Science, and Applied Leadership Skills.
Foster mentored research initiatives while advancing South-South cooperation in research training priorities through impactful cross-border research collaborations.
Develop strategic alliances with other NIH-supported initiatives and capitalize on collaborative opportunities with projects funded by foundations.
Engage in international scientific forums, including the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTM), the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (HUGH), the World One Health Congress, and the annual conferences and workshops organized by Africa CDC.
Acquaint yourself with the ongoing research initiatives within the laboratories of the designated co-mentoring principal investigators (PI’s) and commence your guided research endeavors.
Attend monthly seminars and quarterly joint meetings to monitor progress and deliver consistent updates.
Craft a compelling competitive research grant proposal from the onset of your fellowship, actively pursuing both internal and external funding opportunities to lay the foundation for an autonomous research program.
We seek a highly motivated individual to fill a critical position within our organization. Applicants must possess a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the field, along with a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools is essential, and strong problem-solving abilities are required. The ideal candidate should demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the capacity to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Prior leadership experience is preferred but not mandatory.
A doctoral degree (PhD) in Clinical or Public Health Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Medical Microbiology, Applied Microbiology, Immunology, Public Health/One Health, Tropical and Infectious Diseases, Molecular Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or any closely related discipline is required.
Conducting research centered on the program’s One Health themes, including Endemic and Neglected Zoonotic Infectious Diseases, Zoonotic and other Infectious Diseases, Data Sciences, as well as possessing Adjunct Skills and Knowledge, is a requirement.
Strong academic credentials, as evidenced by an impressive publication record, are required in one or more of HEART’s thematic priority areas.
Candidates must hold a PhD awarded by one of the designated partner academic institutions.
Candidates must have completed their PhD within the last five years, which is a non-negotiable requirement for this position.
Excellent written and oral communication abilities are essential.
Aptitude for collaborating effectively across diverse academic and cultural institutions is essential.
Qualifications
PhD/Fellowship
