Call for Applications: Clinical Faculty for King Faisal Hospital Rwanda

Position Overview

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda (KFH) is strengthening its capacity in education, training and research and is calling for highly qualified clinical faculty to join the team. Faculty will be based at district and referral hospitals across the country. We are actively looking for qualified and experienced individuals who are passionate about contributing to medical education and healthcare.

Currently, KFH is calling for highly qualified clinical faculty in the following areas:

• General Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Pediatrics and Child Health
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Anesthesiology and Critical Care
• Emergency Medicine

Contract Duration: Two years with the possibility of renewal.

Location: Kibungo Referral Hospital or Kibuye Referral Hospital (Rwanda)

Reports to: Respective Chair of Department

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Teaching and Clinical Supervision
  • Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, and practical sessions to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
  • Develop and update curriculum content to align with current medical knowledge and practice.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to students, fostering a positive and interactive learning environment.
  • Supervise and mentor students during clinical rotations, ensuring the application of theoretical knowledge to practical settings.
  • Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate and enhance students’ clinical experiences.
  • Provide constructive feedback to students to facilitate their professional growth.
• Research
  • Engage in research activities within the specified discipline, contributing to the institution’s scholarly output.
  • Encourage and support students in research projects, fostering a culture of inquiry and academic curiosity.
• Other Activities
  • Participate in relevant committees, meetings, and institutional initiatives to contribute to the overall development and governance of the institution.
  • Collaborate with other faculty members and administrative staff to ensure the smooth functioning of academic programs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Specialist (MMed or fellowship) in the above disciplines
• Current faculty appointment with a reputable institution in his/her area of practice
• Have full country-of-training Medical Council registration with a licence to practise required
• Minimum of 4-5 years of relevant years of experience as a clinician, mentor and researcher
• Demonstrated teaching, research, and clinical experience.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and student assessment
• Demonstrated research output
• Strong commitment to academic excellence and student mentorship.