Manager, Research and Learning Officer Job at mDoc
Job Opportunity: Manager, Research and Learning
Organisation: mDoc
Location: Nigeria
Work Arrangement: Hybrid or Remote
Department: Research and Learning
Job Type: Full-Time
About mDoc
mDoc is a digital health organisation dedicated to improving healthcare delivery through technology and innovation across Africa and beyond.
Job Overview
mDoc is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Manager, Research and Learning.
The successful candidate will provide strategic, scientific, analytical, and operational leadership for the organisation’s research, evidence generation, quality improvement, and organisational learning activities. This role involves leading research strategies, designing rigorous studies, coordinating multidisciplinary research teams, and translating findings into peer-reviewed publications and actionable insights to drive impactful healthcare solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the organisation’s research, evidence generation, and publication strategy.
Design and oversee high-quality research studies and evaluation activities.
Coordinate multidisciplinary research teams and external research partners.
Lead quantitative and qualitative research, study design, and statistical analysis.
Oversee research ethics processes, institutional review board (IRB) protocols, and approvals.
Translate research findings into peer-reviewed publications, reports, and practical recommendations.
Strengthen organisational learning and quality improvement initiatives.
Provide scientific and technical guidance for digital health research and innovation.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, Health Services Research, Implementation Science, Health Informatics, or a closely related discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in applied health research, implementation science, digital health research, or related fields.
Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary research initiatives and research partnerships.
Publications: A strong track record of authorship and contributions to peer-reviewed scientific publications.
Methodology: Strong expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, study design, and statistical analysis.
Compliance: Experience with research ethics and institutional review board (IRB) protocols and approvals.
Skills: Excellent scientific writing, communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD or doctoral-level research training.
Experience evaluating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)-enabled digital health products.
Experience with conversational AI, digital health platforms, or tele-coaching solutions.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application package to mdoc_recruiting@mymdoc.com.
Required Application Documents
Updated Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Cover Letter detailing suitability for the role.
List of selected peer-reviewed publications, clearly stating your role or contribution in each.
Important Notice: Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
Application Deadline: Rolling / Not specified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
