The University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) is a public university established by an Act of Parliament (Act 828) in 2011 and began academic operations in 2012. It is Ghana’s first public university dedicated exclusively to health sciences education, research, and community service.

UHAS is committed to training highly skilled health professionals to improve healthcare delivery and advance scientific knowledge in Ghana and beyond. The university operates from multiple campuses in Ho and Hohoe, with specialized schools and institutes focused on various health disciplines.

Vision

UHAS seeks to be a pre-eminent health research educational institution dedicated to community service, driven by innovation, academic excellence, and impactful engagement with society.

Mission

The university exists to provide quality education, advance knowledge through scholarship and research, and contribute to improving health and quality of life in Ghana and globally.

Core Values

UHAS is guided by four core institutional values:

• Excellence – Commitment to the highest academic and professional standards
• Integrity – Upholding ethical conduct in all teaching, research, and service
• Innovation – Promoting creative approaches to health education and research
• Service and Care – Prioritizing community impact and human well-being

What We Do

UHAS delivers comprehensive education, training, and research in the health sciences through its schools and institutes, including:

• Medical education and clinical training
• Nursing and midwifery education
• Public health and allied health sciences
• Pharmacy and biomedical sciences
• Health research and policy development
• Community health outreach and clinical services

The university plays a key role in producing healthcare professionals who serve hospitals, research institutions, and public health systems across Ghana.

Why Work at UHAS

Working at UHAS means contributing to national development through health education and research. Staff benefit from:

• Academic Excellence Environment – Work alongside leading health professionals and researchers
• Research Opportunities – Engage in impactful health and clinical research
• Professional Growth – Continuous academic and career development pathways
• Public Service Impact – Direct contribution to improving healthcare in Ghana
• Collaborative Culture – Strong interdisciplinary teamwork across health disciplines

Work Environment

UHAS provides a structured academic and research-driven environment across its campuses in Ho and Hohoe. The university supports both academic and administrative staff in delivering high-quality education and healthcare training.

Key functional areas include:

• Teaching and academic research
• Clinical training and hospital partnerships
• Laboratory and biomedical sciences
• Public health and community outreach
• Administration, finance, and student services
• Quality assurance and institutional development

Career Opportunities

UHAS recruits professionals across academic, clinical, and administrative fields, including:

Academic & Teaching Roles

• Lecturers and Senior Lecturers
• Professors and Researchers
• Clinical Tutors

Health & Clinical Roles

• Medical Practitioners
• Nurses and Midwives
• Laboratory Scientists
• Pharmacists

Research & Public Health

• Research Officers
• Public Health Specialists
• Biostatisticians
• Epidemiologists

Administrative & Support Roles

• Human Resource Officers
• Finance Officers
• ICT Specialists
• Administrative Assistants

Available job vacancies at University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) are published on GhanaCareers.com. Job seekers are encouraged to check back regularly for new openings.

Company Information

• Founded: 2011 (Established by Act of Parliament)
• Commenced Operations: 2012
• Type: Public University
• Location: PMB 31, Ho, Volta Region, Ghana
• Phone: +233 (0) 245 125 359
• Email: info@uhas.edu.gh
• Website: https://uhas.edu.gh