Careers and opportunities
Work with a health research organisation that publishes what it does
Roles at SHINE and its divisions, fellowships, calls for applications and the paid expert network of Sintieh Research Academy. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Ways to work with us
Staff and volunteer roles
Administration, programme management, research coordination, communications and outreach. Remote or in Buea, with stipends for volunteer roles.
Expert network
Paid, project-based work through SRA for data analysts (STATA, SPSS, R, Python), proposal developers, public health researchers, manuscript editors and M&E specialists.
Fellowships and mentorship
SRA research fellowships and the year-long one-to-one mentorship that takes a clinician from research question to published paper.
Calls for applications
Course cohorts, scholarships and admission support for graduate study abroad, announced here and on sra.shineltd.org.
Health research careers at SHINE
Health research careers at SHINE take several forms. Staff and volunteer roles cover administration, programme management, research coordination and communications, in Buea or remote. The paid expert network offers project work to analysts, proposal developers, researchers and editors. In addition, fellowships and mentorship take a clinician from research question to published paper.
How we recruit for health research careers
Every open role is listed below with its closing date. Rolling roles are reviewed as applications arrive. You apply through the form on each role page with a CV and a short note. We acknowledge every application by email. Then we invite shortlisted candidates to an interview, usually online. We store applications securely and delete them twelve months after the role closes, as the privacy notice explains.
What health research careers need
Curiosity, discipline and a record of finishing matter more than a long CV. However, research roles need at least one analysis tool, such as STATA, R, SPSS or NVivo, and familiarity with the ICMJE authorship criteria. If no role fits, a speculative application is welcome.
How to reach us
You can write to info@shineltd.org at any time. Alternatively, call +237 680 338 598 during office hours, Monday to Friday. We reply within two working days. In addition, partnership and funding enquiries go to partner@shineltd.org, so that the right person answers. Questions about health research careers are welcome.
Related pages
For example, the publications library lists peer-reviewed work by year and topic. Similarly, the programmes page describes current field programmes and courses. Finally, news and insight carries announcements and programme notes from SHINE and its divisions.
A note on our standards
First, every study has a written protocol and ethical approval before data collection. Second, we report results to the partner as well as to a journal. Third, testimonials appear only with the person’s consent. As a result, partners can rely on what SHINE publishes, and readers can check every claim against its source.
Open opportunities
| Role | Type | Location | Closing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert network: data analysts, proposal developers, public health researchers, manuscript editors, M&E specialists Paid, project-based roles through Sintieh Research Academy. | Expert network | Remote | Rolling | Details |
| Research Assistant (remote) Supports data collection, literature reviews and manuscript preparation. | Staff role | Remote | Rolling | Details |
| Administrative Assistant (volunteer) Supports documentation, grant preparation and internal communications. | Volunteer | Remote or Buea | Rolling | Details |
How to apply
- Choose a role or apply speculativelyUse the form here or the apply link on the role page.Step 1
- We reviewApplications are reviewed on a rolling basis; you hear from us within ten working days.Step 2
- ConversationA short call about the role, your availability and the project.Step 3
- StartOnboarding with a named contact and, for research roles, an SRA mentor.Step 4
Speculative application
Not the right role listed? Tell us about your skills and availability.
What our laureates say
Join a programme"Humility, honesty, discipline and productivity, the core values SRA upholds, were one of the motivations that kept me going even when it seemed tough. It has been a rewarding experience."
"SRA is a place where your growth is their priority. They aim at building a sustainable scientific community that can think out of the box and take the actions needed to change the world with an idea."
"At SRA, hidden skills of critical and analytical thinking were triggered within me. As the course progressed I could appraise the components and steps of the research topics presented on ideation days."
Frequently asked questions
Short answers to the questions we are asked most. For anything else, contact us and we reply within two working days.
Are roles remote?
Most roles can be done remotely; some programme and outreach roles are based in Buea. Each listing states the location.
Are volunteer roles paid?
Volunteer roles carry a small stipend for internet and transport, and include mentorship and credit on outputs.
How does the expert network pay?
By project, at rates agreed in advance for the scope of work. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis on sra.shineltd.org.
Can students apply?
Yes, for fellowships, mentorship and some volunteer roles. Course cohorts are open to students in health-related fields.