Sidra Medical and Research Center has a diverse workforce that collaborates in a professional environment to achieve our vision of transforming health care for children and women in Qatar and beyond.

Sidra is committed to Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and National Health Strategy to integrate Qataris – whether students, graduates or skilled – into our workforce, and providing them with opportunity and enrichment.

The national development strategy at Sidra identifies, recruits and develops Qatar’s future generation in the organization. The team’s focus is the development of competent and qualified Qatari males and females to be future healthcare leaders at Sidra.

Sidra National Development

Strategy 2.0

In 2017, under the leadership of Dr. Kholode Al Obaidli, the Chief Learning Officer, Sidra launched its National Development Strategy 2.0.

Sidra is committed to investing in the growth and development of our future Qatari healthcare professionals and leaders as part of our National Development Strategy 2.0.

The strategy is a clear affirmation in support of Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and the country’s national health strategies.

Sidra has customised its national development as well as learning and development programs to ensure that Qatari students sponsored by Sidra as well as employees at all levels are given access to the right training tools, mentorship programs and learning opportunities to advance their careers in healthcare.

Scholarship and Graduate Associate Programs

Our Scholarship and Graduate Associate programs are set up specifically to encourage young Qataris to take up careers in medicine, nursing, allied health and science.

The National Development team at Sidra has set up a two-phased approach to developing national talent:

Both initiatives accept applicants/students who have proven, through academic achievement and personal endeavor that they have the passion, dedication and ability to succeed at Sidra.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-Qataris apply for the Scholarship and Graduate Associate Programs?

Both programs are only offered to Qataris and children of Qatari mothers who are studying or have graduated in medicine or nursing.

Does Sidra offer internship opportunities?

We are currently developing a comprehensive internship program for 2018 – more details will be shared later.

I have a question about my application/eligibility?

If you have any questions about scholarships, please contact us at:
Fax: +974 4404 2260
Email: scholarship@sidra.org