13 Medical Career Opportunities in Qatar 2026 with a World-Class Specialist Hospital – Aspetar

Aspetar currently has 11 career opportunities on its careers portal, spanning clinical, research and rehabilitation functions at its specialist hospital in Doha.

About the employer

Aspetar is a specialist orthopaedic and sports-medicine hospital in Doha providing clinical, research and rehabilitation services for athletes and patients. The current openings span multiple clinical and research functions.

Head of Research

Senior research leadership role providing strategic direction to researchers and support personnel, supervising the hospital’s research objectives, research projects, academic development and national and international collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop relevant research areas based on hospital capabilities and expertise.
• Ensure compliance with Qatar Health Research law, ethics requirements and research-safety protocols.
• Supervise implementation and track milestones and progress of research projects.
• Supervise and support research staff, chair team meetings and contribute to staff professional development.
• Liaise with project leaders to disseminate research findings.
• Initiate and manage international research cooperation with leading scientific partners.
• Disseminate research findings to internal stakeholders and international partners.
• Manage scheduling, development and performance of direct reports.
• Provide guidance for development plans and performance management.
• Complete required patient-safety competencies and support organizational safety initiatives.

Requirements

• 12–15 years of experience, including 4–7 years in a similar position/responsibility, preferably in a similar industry.
• Demonstrated experience identifying research topics, conducting clinical trials and overseeing research projects.
• Strong international research record in sports injuries, illness, sports medicine or sports science in athletic populations.
• Scientific team-leadership experience, including laboratory safety and ethics management.
• Budget development and tracking experience.
• PhD or higher degree in Sports Science, Human Movement, Biological Sciences, Physical Education, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or equivalent.
• High proficiency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Fulfil applicable licensing requirements where required.

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Scientific Researcher - ASPREV R&SS

Sports-medicine research role supporting the Aspetar Sports Injury and Illness Prevention Programme through world-class research projects, knowledge translation, mentoring and independent research leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define study design, prepare research-ethics applications and organize participant recruitment.
• Ensure assessment, inclusion and follow-up of research participants.
• Implement and validate scientific methods required for assigned research projects.
• Manage study data and ensure accuracy, integrity and security.
• Perform statistical analysis with support from Aspetar biostatistics resources.
• Prepare articles for international peer-reviewed journals and contribute to the Aspetar Sports Medicine Journal.
• Participate in continuing-education activities, lectures, presentations and educational events.
• Mentor PhD candidates and young researchers and serve as principal investigator for independent ASPREV projects.
• Work with ASPREV researchers, other departments and the National Sports Medicine Programme.
• Complete required patient-safety competencies and comply with research laws and policies.

Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience, including 2–3 years in a similar position/responsibility, preferably in a similar industry.
• At least 15 research publications in high-impact sports medicine/sports science journals as first or last author.
• Documented experience mentoring PhD and MSc students.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of medical scientists and practitioners.
• Experience with statistical software such as SPSS or JMP is an asset.
• Effective professional communication, facilitation and education skills.
• PhD in Sports Medicine, Sports Physical Therapy or a relevant Sports Sciences discipline.

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MSK Physiotherapist

A clinical musculoskeletal physiotherapy role assessing, diagnosing and managing a varied caseload within Aspetar’s specialist sports-medicine environment in Doha.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care for patients requiring musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• Assess and analyze clinical findings and formulate appropriate physiotherapy management plans.
• Implement, evaluate and progress treatment based on patient response and clinical goals.
• Manage an assigned caseload and document care accurately.
• Collaborate with senior clinicians and multidisciplinary colleagues where required.

Requirements

• Recognized physiotherapy qualification and eligibility for the required professional licensing.
• Relevant musculoskeletal physiotherapy experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment-planning and communication skills.

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Medical Technologist

A clinical laboratory role performing and supporting specimen handling, testing, quality control and safe laboratory operations at Aspetar in Doha.

Responsibilities

• Collect or receive specimens as required and apply appropriate aseptic and infection-control procedures.
• Assess specimen acceptability and prioritize laboratory requests.
• Prepare and analyze tests in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Support quality assurance, quality control, accreditation and laboratory-safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and support the effective operation of assigned laboratory areas.

Requirements

• Relevant recognized medical-laboratory qualification.
• Eligibility for the professional licensing required for the role.
• Strong attention to laboratory quality, safety and accurate documentation.

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Clinical Lab Pathologist

A specialist clinical-pathology role providing diagnostic expertise, laboratory consultation and professional support to clinicians and laboratory services at Aspetar.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical-pathology consultation to hospital services and relevant clinical teams.
• Interpret laboratory findings and provide professional diagnostic advice.
• Coordinate effectively with clinicians, laboratory leadership and technical teams.
• Support laboratory quality, safety and service-development requirements.
• Contribute to appropriate clinical communication and documentation of pathology services.

Requirements

• Medical qualification with specialist or postgraduate training in clinical pathology.
• Professional registration and eligibility for the required specialist licensing.
• Substantial relevant clinical-pathology and laboratory experience.
• Strong English communication; Arabic is an advantage.

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Physiotherapist - Female Required

A clinical physiotherapy role at Aspetar providing assessment, rehabilitation and treatment planning; the current vacancy specifically requires a female physiotherapist.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and identify physiotherapy and rehabilitation needs.
• Plan and deliver individualized physiotherapy interventions.
• Monitor clinical response and progress treatment appropriately.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to safe patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary rehabilitation colleagues.

Requirements

• Female candidates are required for this vacancy.
• Recognized physiotherapy qualification and eligibility for the required professional licensing.
• Relevant clinical physiotherapy experience and strong patient-care skills.

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Scientific Researcher

A scientific-research role supporting research projects, study design, data work, literature review and scientific outputs within Aspetar’s specialist environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning and delivery of approved research projects.
• Support study protocols, literature review, data collection and analysis activities.
• Maintain research documentation and comply with relevant ethical and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to reports, scientific presentations and publication-related outputs.

Requirements

• Relevant advanced academic background for the scientific research area.
• Demonstrated capability in research methods, data handling and scientific documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow research governance and ethical requirements.

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Sports Medicine Physician

A specialist physician role delivering sports-medicine assessment, diagnosis, treatment and multidisciplinary care for athletes and active patients at Aspetar.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage sports-related illness and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Develop and follow evidence-based treatment and return-to-activity plans.
• Work within multidisciplinary care pathways with rehabilitation and performance teams.
• Provide clinical support and professional leadership within the sports-medicine service.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to safe high-quality care.

Requirements

• Recognized medical degree and specialist training in sports medicine or an equivalent relevant specialty.
• Eligibility for the specialist medical licensing required in Qatar.
• Substantial clinical experience in sports medicine and athlete care.
• Strong multidisciplinary communication and clinical decision-making skills.

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Physiologist

A specialist role conducting physiological assessment and supporting interpretation of athlete-performance and recovery data within Aspetar.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physiological testing and assessment using appropriate protocols.
• Analyze and interpret physiological data to support athlete management.
• Communicate findings to relevant clinicians, scientists and performance staff.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safe testing procedures.
• Support multidisciplinary performance, recovery and research activities where required.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in physiology, exercise physiology, sports science or a related field.
• Practical capability in physiological testing and data interpretation.
• Strong analytical, communication and multidisciplinary working skills.

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Senior Physiotherapist

A senior physiotherapy role delivering advanced clinical assessment and rehabilitation while supporting multidisciplinary care and junior-team development at Aspetar.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex physiotherapy assessments and rehabilitation plans.
• Deliver advanced treatment and monitor outcomes across an assigned caseload.
• Support multidisciplinary clinical decision-making and patient pathways.
• Provide guidance and professional support to less-experienced physiotherapy staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to quality and service improvement.

Requirements

• Recognized physiotherapy qualification and eligibility for the required professional licensing.
• Advanced relevant clinical physiotherapy experience.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and multidisciplinary leadership capability.

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Physiotherapist

A clinical physiotherapy role assessing patients, delivering rehabilitation and monitoring treatment progress within Aspetar’s multidisciplinary services.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine physiotherapy and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment based on clinical response.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Requirements

• Recognized physiotherapy qualification and eligibility for the required professional licensing.
• Relevant clinical physiotherapy experience.
• Strong patient-care, communication and rehabilitation-planning skills.

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NSMP Club and Federation Doctor

A full-time sports-medicine role providing primary clinical care to registered athletes assigned through the National Sports Medicine Programme.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical care for registered athletes in assigned clubs and federations.
• Diagnose, treat and help prevent sports injuries and related medical conditions.
• Support athlete health, availability and safe performance according to clinical guidelines.
• Coordinate referrals and multidisciplinary care when required.
• Maintain accurate medical records and professional communication with relevant sports stakeholders.

Requirements

• Recognized medical qualification with appropriate sports-medicine capability.
• Eligibility for the medical licensing required for practice in Qatar.
• Relevant experience in athlete care and sports-injury management.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills.

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Physiotherapy Assistants

A rehabilitation-support role assisting physiotherapists with treatment sessions, equipment preparation, patient support and safe clinical operations at Aspetar.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment areas and equipment for physiotherapy sessions.
• Assist patients and physiotherapists during approved exercises and treatment activities under supervision.
• Support safe movement, positioning and basic session preparation as directed.
• Maintain clean, organized equipment and clinical areas.
• Help with appropriate records and communication within the physiotherapy service.

Requirements

• Relevant capability for a healthcare or rehabilitation-support role.
• Ability to follow clinical instructions and work safely under professional supervision.
• Good patient-support, teamwork and communication skills.

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