The Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) is pleased to announce a second call for proposals under its research grant program, aligned with the implementation of its strategic plan. This initiative is designed to generate empirical evidence that will directly inform and strengthen the Society’s advocacy efforts on key issues affecting pharmacy practice and healthcare delivery in Ghana.

The grant will support PSGH members to undertake implementation research—a type of research that focuses not just on what works, but on how to effectively deliver, scale, and sustain interventions (programs, policies, or practices) in real-world settings. While PSGH has identified priority thematic areas, applicants are expected to go beyond problem identification and design studies that provide actionable insights into how proposed solutions can be implemented effectively within Ghana’s health system.

The Society strongly encourages proposals that aim to produce practical, data-driven findings with clear implications for improving pharmaceutical services, influencing policy, and enhancing patient outcomes.

Download full call for applications here: PSGH RESEARCH GRANT CALL FOR PROPOSALS

THEMATIC AREAS

  1. This research aims to gather stakeholder perspectives on the integration of community pharmacy into Ghana’s primary healthcare system and to identify and prioritise key interventions to inform an initial integration framework.
  2. This research aims to assess the capacity and distribution of the pharmaceutical workforce within Ghana’s primary healthcare system to generate evidence that can inform workforce planning and support advocacy for the integration of pharmacists into public health services.

 

  1. This research aims to examine the impact of pharmacy ownership models on the quality of pharmaceutical services and regulatory compliance in Ghana, and to assess whether pharmacist-owned pharmacies offer greater benefits compared to open ownership structures.

 

  1. To assess the feasibility and acceptability of implementing a professional services fee model for community pharmacists in Ghana, including mechanisms for reimbursement through the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), and to evaluate stakeholder perspectives on its potential impact on service quality, access, and sustainability of pharmaceutical care.

 

Eligibility

This grant program is open to all registered members of the PSGH who are actively involved in research or have the capacity to conduct research, including pharmacists in healthcare, academia, and regulation, among others. Collaborative proposals involving multiple PSGH members are encouraged.

Funding

The PSGH will award one grant for each thematic area, unless a determination is made by the review committee that two or more projects in a particular category are complementary. The grant amount shall be up to GHS 20,000. Final awards will be determined based on the scope of work and a detailed justification for each cost item in the proposed budget.”

Proposal Requirements

All proposals must include the following and must not exceed six ten (10) pages.

  • Title of the research project
  • Principal Investigator (PI) and co-investigator(s) information, including affiliations and contact details
  • Background and significance of the research question
  • Methodology outlining the research design, data collection and analysis methods.
  • Timeline and work plan
  • Budget breakdown, including justification for all expenses.
  • Ethical considerations and potential risks and benefits of the research
  • Dissemination plan outlining how the research findings will be shared and used.
  • Letter of support from the PI’s affiliation (if applicable)

Submission and Deadline 

Proposals must be submitted by email to dexecsecretary@psghghana.org  by Sunday, 31st August 2025 at 23:59. Please include “PSGH Research Grant Proposal” in the subject line.

Upload a detailed CV of Principal Investigator(s) and all collaborators.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.

Selection Criteria

Proposals will undergo a double-blinded peer review process by a selection committee composed of experts in pharmacy, research methodology, and specific thematic areas. Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

  • Relevance to the PSGH strategic plan and thematic areas
  • Clarity and feasibility of the research question and methodology
  • Soundness of the research design and data analysis plan
  • Qualifications and experience of the PI and co-investigator(s)
  • Budget justification and cost-effectiveness
  • Dissemination plan and potential impact of the research

Timeline

  • 31st August 2025: Deadline for proposal submission
  • 14th August 2025Interview of shortlisted applicants
  • 20th August 2025: Notification of selected applicants
  • AGM 2025: Signing of the Grant agreement and disbursement of funds

Additional Information

  • This call for proposals is subject to change without notice.
  • PSGH reserves the right to not award any grants if proposals do not meet the required standards.
  • Funding is subject to the availability of Funds.
  • For further inquiries, please contact psgh@gmail.com / +233 55075129

Lady Pharmacists are particularly encouraged to apply.