PhD Fellow, Neuropsychology & Cognitive Assessment in Ageing

Aga Khan University Hospital

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is one of the hospitals in East Africa accredited by the Joint Commission International from USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years. 

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https://hospitals.aku.edu/

PhD Fellow, Neuropsychology & Cognitive Assessment in Ageing

Key Responsibilities

Doctoral research design

  • Develop a PhD protocol focused on neurocognitive measurement; define constructs, instruments, and validation framework; secure ethics and regulatory approvals

Test development & adaptation

  • Lead adaptation, translation, and cultural validation of neurocognitive instruments; design test batteries for ageing populations

Field deployment & quality assurance

  • Train and supervise assessors; embed cognitive testing into LOSHAK field workflows; implement quality assurance systems

Psychometric analysis & longitudinal modelling

  • Conduct reliability, validity, and measurement-invariance analyses; model cognitive trajectories over time

Scholarly outputs

  • Produce thesis chapters; prepare manuscripts; disseminate findings to scientific and policy audiences

Platform & team engagement

  • Contribute to LOSHAK cognitive assessment platform; engage multidisciplinary teams (epidemiology, psychiatry, data science)

Professional development

  • Build expertise in neuropsychological methods, psychometrics, and longitudinal analysis; complete relevant training

Required Qualifications

  • Registered in a PhD Programme in Neuropsychology, Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Public Health, or related field.
  • Completed or nearing completion of PhD coursework and ready for the research phase.
  • Strong grounding in psychological measurement and quantitative methods (STATA, R, Python).
  • Demonstrated interest in ageing, cognition, or mental health.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a multi-year research project.
  • Excellent academic writing and communication skills.

Relevant Experience

  • Experience with cognitive or psychological testing.
  • Familiarity with psychometric methods (e.g., reliability, factor analysis, IRT).
  • Exposure to population-based or field research.
  • Interest in cross-cultural measurement and LMIC research contexts.

Personal Characteristics & Behaviours

  • Demonstrates high scientific integrity and attention to detail. 
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. 
  • Strong communication skills and collaboration.
  • Culturally sensitive and adaptable in diverse environments. 
  • Commitment to learning and Professional Development.

Method of application

If you are interested and qualified, kindly submit your application via the link provided below,

https://aku.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=260001T0&lang=en&utm_source=Jobinkenya

 

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