Aga Khan University (AKU) is a pioneering institution of higher education and research with campuses and programs across several countries. In Kenya, AKU continues to play a significant role in advancing healthcare and medical research, while providing outstanding services through its teaching hospital and affiliated health facilities. As part of its mission to attract and retain top-tier talent in the region, the University is pleased to announce a new set of career opportunities based in Nairobi, Kenya.
These roles span the fields of research, finance, healthcare, and academic medicine. They present an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. Below are the details of each advertised position:
1. Research Pharmacist, Clinical Research Unit
Requisition ID: 250001IV
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 03 July 2025
Closing Date: 17 July 2025
Job Description:
The Research Pharmacist will play a key role in clinical research projects undertaken by the Clinical Research Unit (CRU). The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient management of investigational drugs and related supplies. This role demands close collaboration with principal investigators, research coordinators, and sponsors to ensure seamless drug accountability and adherence to study protocols.
Key responsibilities include:
- Dispensing investigational drugs in compliance with study protocols and regulatory standards.
- Ensuring proper storage, labeling, documentation, and inventory of research pharmaceuticals.
- Participating in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for drug handling and accountability.
- Reviewing and understanding study protocols and contributing to site readiness for monitoring and audits.
- Educating and guiding research participants on drug usage, potential side effects, and adherence to the treatment regimen.
- Maintaining communication with study sponsors and clinical monitors on pharmacy-related issues.
This position requires keen attention to detail and a deep understanding of good clinical practice (GCP) in research pharmacy settings.
2. Senior Accounts Clerk, Debtors Department
Requisition ID: 250001P8
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 03 July 2025
Closing Date: 13 July 2025
Job Description:
The Senior Accounts Clerk in the Debtors Department will be tasked with ensuring timely and accurate processing of accounts receivables and maintaining effective follow-up on outstanding balances. The role is key to supporting the hospital’s financial systems and will require diligence, accuracy, and high levels of integrity.
Primary duties will include:
- Processing invoices, receipts, and other billing-related documents for patients and insurance providers.
- Maintaining up-to-date records of patient accounts and generating periodic aging reports.
- Engaging directly with clients and insurance companies to resolve billing issues and recover overdue accounts.
- Reconciling ledger accounts and preparing monthly summaries for review by management.
- Assisting in audits and ensuring compliance with internal and external financial controls.
- Supporting automation initiatives aimed at improving debt collection and reporting processes.
The role requires someone well-versed in accounting systems and patient billing operations within a healthcare setting.
3. Supervisor, Corporate Entitlements, Debtors Department
Requisition ID: 250001NZ
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 03 July 2025
Closing Date: 20 July 2025
Job Description:
This supervisory role within the Debtors Department focuses on overseeing all aspects of corporate entitlements and insurance claims. The Supervisor will ensure accurate claim processing, entitlement verification, and reconciliation to support the hospital’s revenue cycle.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a team of clerks responsible for reviewing and posting corporate entitlements.
- Liaising with insurance companies and corporate partners to verify medical coverage and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordinating timely invoicing, claim submissions, and follow-ups on pending payments.
- Analyzing billing data to detect anomalies and recommending process improvements.
- Providing periodic reports to management on performance metrics, collections, and compliance status.
- Ensuring that all team members are compliant with relevant policies and trained on new procedures and systems.
Strong supervisory skills and experience with hospital revenue cycle management are essential for this position.
4. Payables Accountant, General Accounts
Requisition ID: 250001JF
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 03 July 2025
Closing Date: 16 July 2025
Job Description:
The Payables Accountant will be responsible for the efficient management of accounts payable activities, ensuring timely payments and accurate financial reporting. The individual will also play a vital role in maintaining relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
- Verifying supplier invoices, ensuring proper approvals and compliance with purchasing policies.
- Preparing payment runs and reconciling vendor statements to maintain accuracy in payables ledgers.
- Managing staff expense claims, ensuring adherence to internal policies and timely reimbursements.
- Ensuring accurate coding of transactions to appropriate cost centers and general ledger accounts.
- Supporting month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing accruals and reconciling accounts.
- Assisting with audits by providing relevant documentation and responding to queries.
This role demands precision, analytical ability, and a solid foundation in financial accounting.
5. Full-Time Faculty – Urology Surgeon, Department of Surgery
Requisition ID: 250001RS
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 04 July 2025
Closing Date: 03 August 2025
Job Description:
The Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Urology Surgeon to join its academic and clinical faculty. The selected candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, research, and surgical care in line with AKU’s standards of excellence.
Core responsibilities for this position include:
- Conducting specialized urological surgeries and consultations for referred patients.
- Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Contributing to the development of the urology curriculum and continuing medical education activities.
- Participating in clinical audits, patient safety initiatives, and departmental quality improvement.
- Engaging in independent and collaborative research within the field of urology.
- Supporting institutional development efforts and contributing to strategic planning within the department.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellence in clinical practice, teaching, and research, with a strong commitment to advancing surgical education and patient care.
These opportunities represent AKU’s commitment to professional development, healthcare innovation, and academic excellence. Each position offers a chance to be part of a leading institution that values integrity, respect, collaboration, and impact.
Applications for all the above positions must be submitted through the AKU Career Portal.
