Post Doctoral Fellow, Epidemiology & Population Health
Nairobi
Posted 07 May, 2026
Deadline 17 May, 2026
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Healthcare and MedicalFull-TimeEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The Longitudinal Study of Health and Ageing in Kenya (LOSHAK) is a flagship population-based cohort platform designed to generate high-quality evidence on ageing, cognitive health, and life-course transitions in low- and middle-income country (LMIC) contexts. LOSHAK integrates large-scale household surveys, cognitive assessments, biomarker data, and contextual social and environmental information, and is embedded within regional and global networks on ageing and health.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow who has completed a PhD in Epidemiology, Population Health, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, or a closely related field is ideal for an early-career scientist seeking advanced training and leadership in survey research, ageing, and cognitive epidemiology in LMICs, while contributing substantively to a world-class longitudinal cohort platform. The role bridges independent scholarship with platform leadership, positioning the Fellow for a competitive academic or research career.
Key Responsibilities
Research leadership & design
Co-lead development of LOSHAK sub-studies in ageing and cognition; refine research questions and analytical frameworks; support ethics and regulatory submissions.
Survey & field systems
Lead design, piloting, and optimization of ageing and cognitive survey modules; support field training and QA.
Data analysis & methods
Conduct advanced analyses of longitudinal and survey data; develop reproducible analytical pipelines; contribute to harmonization with global cohorts.
Scholarly outputs
Lead and co-author peer-reviewed manuscripts; present findings at scientific fora; contribute to policy briefs.
Grant development & platform growth
Contribute to proposal development and donor engagement; support expansion of LOSHAK research portfolio.
Mentorship & team engagement
Supervise PhD and MSc students; mentor research staff; engage multidisciplinary teams.
Professional development
Build an independent research profile in ageing and cognitive epidemiology; pursue advanced training.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Epidemiology, Population Health, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, or related field.
Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and epidemiological methods.
Track record of peer-reviewed publications.
Strong interest in ageing, cognition, or life-course health.
Ability to lead components of complex, multi-site research.
Excellent academic writing and communication skills.
Relevant Experience
Experience with large-scale population surveys or longitudinal cohorts.
Familiarity with LMIC research environments.
Experience in cognitive assessment or mental health research.
Exposure to grant writing and collaborative research networks.
Personal Characteristics & Behaviours
Demonstrates high scientific integrity and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong communication skills.
Culturally sensitive and adaptable in diverse environments.
Committed to mentoring and continuous professional development.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Aga Khan University recruitment portal. Visit Aga Khan University Hospital on aku.taleo.net to submit your application.
