Call for Post Doctoral Fellow (DRITHI)

Institute of Public Health Bengaluru (IPH Bengaluru) is a premier multidisciplinary academic research institute in India engaged in public health research, education, and outreach. 

About the Project:
DRITHI (Developing Research and Action Capacity in India To counter Harm Industries) is a senior fellowship (clinical and public health track) awarded to Dr. Upendra Bhojani by the Department of Bio-Technology/Wellcome Trust India Alliance. This is a five-year research project (2023-2028) nested within the Center for Commercial Determinants of Health at IPH Bengaluru has two main objectives: (1) to analyze the diverse trajectories of public policies related to the select psychoactive substances (tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, opium) since the beginning of their industrial scale production in India, and the role played by the concerned ‘harm industries’ in shaping these policies; and (2) to engage with and contextualize the prevailing concepts (frameworks/models) about commercial determinants of health for India and promote its integration into health and policy research agenda/institutions.

General Requirements

  • Have a Master’s degree and/or PhD degree in public health or related social science (economics, political science, sociology, anthropology) disciplines with strong public health experience 
  • At least 4 to 6 years overall (including at least 2 to 3 years postmaster) relevant experience
  • Would have published a few papers in credible peer-reviewed journals 
  • Demonstrated experience of working independently or has the potential to work independently 
  • Good team player – Managerial and leadership skills to work with a team from diverse disciplinary backgrounds and skill sets 
  • Excellent written and oral communication in English and preferably one or more regional languages, including scientific and public-facing writing 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience in writing grant proposals and/or assisting with grant proposal writing 
  • Desirable 
  • Leading a small team of researchers/professionals
  • Mentoring and/or teaching experience

Working location:
Bengaluru, Karnataka

 Remuneration:
70,000 – 80,000 INR per month.

Application Procedure:
Last date to submit these forms would be 23rd May 2025

  1. Resume/CV providing details on education, work experience, professional achievements, and research outputs
  2. Name, designations, phone number, and email address of two references who are willing to provide a reference for your work. This could include your teachers/mentors/supervisors. 

Please send in your CVs to cv@iphindia.org along with the duly filled application form

Note:
Candidates applying for this position shall not have any economic ties and shall not have represented any tobacco business or organization that represents the interest of the tobacco industry in the past two years.

Call for Senior Research Associate (CDOH)

Institute of Public Health Bengaluru (IPH Bengaluru) is a premier multidisciplinary academic research institute in India engaged in public health research, education, and outreach. 

About the Project:
The Centre for Commercial Determinants of Health (CDOH) at the Institute of Public Health (IPH), Bengaluru is a novel initiative dedicated to advancing research, capacity-building, and policy engagement on the ways commercial practices and economic policies influence public health. With a strong interdisciplinary approach, the Centre aims to indigenize CDOH frameworks for the Indian context, deepen understanding of commercial drivers behind key health challenges, and build a robust network of researchers across India and South Asia. Over the coming years, the Centre envisions generating impactful evidence, supporting accessible knowledge-sharing, and providing technical assistance to shape healthier and more equitable commercial and economic environments.

General Requirements:

  • Have a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in public health or related social science (economics, political science, sociology, anthropology) disciplines 
  • At least 2 to 3 years of experience (with a master’s degree) or 8 to 10 years of experience (with a bachelor’s degree)
  • Demonstrated experience in the coordination function (research manager, community of practice facilitator, team coordination, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience of conducting/assisting in public health research, including having developed research tools, collected data, and analyzed (or assisted in analyzing) data 
  • Good team player – skills to work with a team from diverse disciplinary backgrounds and skill sets 
  • Excellent written and oral communication in English and preferably one or more regional languages.
  • Demonstrated skills in writing project reports, research reports, policy briefs, blogs, etc.

Desirable Requirements:

  • Would have published at least one or a few papers in credible peer-reviewed journals 
  • Would have coordinated/anchored a community of practice or professional networks

Working location:
Bengaluru

Remuneration:
Based on experience and qualifications

Application Procedure:
Last date to submit these forms would be 23rd May 2025

  1. Resume/CV providing details on education, work experience, professional achievements, and research outputs
  2. Name, designations, phone number, and email address of two references who are willing to provide a reference for your work. This could include your teachers/mentors/supervisors. 

Please send in your CVs to cv@iphindia.org along with the duly filled application form

Note:
Candidates applying for this position shall not have any economic ties and shall not have represented any tobacco business or organization that represents the interest of the tobacco industry in the past two years.

Call for Fellow – Assistant Professor Grade (CDOH)

Institute of Public Health Bengaluru (IPH Bengaluru) is a premier multidisciplinary academic research institute in India engaged in public health research, education, and outreach. 

About the Project:
Fellow – Assistant Professor grade, Centre for Commercial Determinants of Health (CDOH) is looking for researchers.

The Centre for Commercial Determinants of Health (CDOH) at the Institute of Public Health (IPH), Bengaluru is a novel initiative dedicated to advancing research, capacity-building, and policy engagement on the ways commercial practices and economic policies influence public health. With a strong interdisciplinary approach, the Centre aims to indigenize CDOH frameworks for the Indian context, deepen understanding of commercial drivers behind key health challenges, and build a robust network of researchers across India and South Asia. Over the coming years, the Centre envisions generating impactful evidence, supporting accessible knowledge-sharing, and providing technical assistance to shape healthier and more equitable commercial and economic environments.

General Requirements:

  • Have a Master’s degree in economics/ commerce/ finance, or related fields
  • At least 4 to 6 years overall (including at least 2 to 3 years postmaster) relevant experience
  • Would have published a few papers in credible peer-reviewed journals 
  • Demonstrated experience of working independently or has the potential to work independently 
  • Good team player – Managerial and leadership skills to work with a team from diverse disciplinary backgrounds and skill sets 
  • Excellent written and oral communication in English and preferably one or more regional languages, including scientific and public-facing writing 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience in writing grant proposals and/or assisting with grant proposal writing 
  • Desirable 
  • Leading a small team of researchers/professionals
  • Mentoring and/or teaching experience

Working location:
Bengaluru, Karnataka

Remuneration:
Based on experience and qualifications

Application Procedure:
Last date to submit these forms would be 23rd May 2025

  1. Resume/CV providing details on education, work experience, professional achievements, and research outputs
  2. Name, designations, phone number, and email address of two references who are willing to provide a reference for your work. This could include your teachers/mentors/supervisors. 

Please send in your CVs to cv@iphindia.org along with the duly filled application form

Note:
Candidates applying for this position shall not have any economic ties and shall not have represented any tobacco business or organization that represents the interest of the tobacco industry in the past two years.

Call for CRTP (Clinical Research Training) Fellowship on Public Mental Health

Institute of Public Health Bengaluru (IPH Bengaluru) is a premier multidisciplinary academic research institute in India engaged in public health research, education, and outreach. 

Project Description:
Systems Approach for Management of self-harm by integrating Surveillance with mental health Training in general Hospitals in South India (SAMASTH) team aims to build upon equitable partnerships and is committed to a systems approach for prevention of suicide and building research capacity in India.

The project aims to examine the implementation of an integrated programme of self-harm registers (SHR), staff mental health training and digitally-assisted mental assessment and strengthen health systems in general hospitals to improve the care for self-harm patients. The study involves multidisciplinary approach with expertise in diverse yet complementary disciplines (epidemiology, social science, psychiatry, psychology, emergency medicine, education, implementation research, health systems and policy research) and methods (quantitative, qualitative, and narrative) to address specific research questions in the context of regional and national imperatives.

Who should apply:
This fellowship is open only for CLINICIANS who have completed MBBS or MD Community  Medicine or Psychiatry. The fellowships last for three to four years, during which the candidate MUST undertake higher research training like MPH, Masters in Research or PhD.

Job Description:

  • Fulfill the academic and practice requirements, key milestones, and deliverables of the CRTP fellowship as defined & updated in the program guidelines.
  • Adapt and finalize guidelines, manuals, training programs, and documents related to the fellowship

Essential Requirements:

  • CLINICIANS who have completed MBBS or MD Community Medicine or Psychiatry.
  • Willingness for extensive fieldwork in remote locations, to reside and travel in/near the IPH Bengaluru field station in Chamarajanagar and Mysore.
  • Demonstrable track record or passion for community-based/community-engaged research. 
  • Willingness to receive guidance/mentorship towards pursuing a career in research.
  • Training/experience in epidemiology/public health.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and reporting.
  • Proficiency in the use of any one quantitative data analysis software (R/SPSS/STATA).

Desirable Requirements:

  • Prior experience of working in mental health research projects or in mental health programmes.
  • Publications on mental health in peer-reviewed journals. 
  • Fluency in speaking/understanding Kannada.

Duration:
The fellowship will be for a period of 36 months (Full Time) and an undertaking will be required from the candidate with commitment for the duration of the fellowship. 

Location:
Candidate needs to work at NIMHANS, Bengaluru

Fellowship:
The total fellowship available is Rs 50 lakhs for a total 36 to 48 months period towards the fellow and his or her research and training requirements. This will be awarded as per the institute’s guidelines, based on qualifications, experience and expertise in the field.

Application Procedure:

Candidates can apply for a fellowship, provided they have the required background and previous experience. 

Please send in your CV to cv@iphindia.org along with the duly filled application form 

Last date to apply: 25th April 2025

Note:
Candidates applying for this position shall not have any economic ties and shall not have represented any tobacco business or organization that represents the interest of the tobacco industry in the past two years.

Call for Human Resource Executive

Institute of Public Health Bengaluru (IPH Bengaluru) is a premier multidisciplinary academic research institute in India engaged in public health research, education and outreach. 

About IPH Bengaluru
Institute of Public Health Bengaluru was founded in August 2005 by a group of committed, value based health care professionals, with a vision to provide young professionals a platform to build their skills and strengthen the Indian health system to ensure quality health care especially for the poor. IPH Bengaluru is headquartered in Bangalore with a field station in Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka and registered as a non-profit organization under the Karnataka State Societies Registration Act 1960.  IPH Bengaluru’s work is organized along four clusters which together constitute a portfolio of work in health policy & systems research, education and capacity-building and outreach.

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for the position of a Human Resource Executive who will work closely with the Human Resource Manager and coordinate all aspects of Human Resources practices and processes of the Institute.  

Essential Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point).
  • A self-motivated, confident, & high on energy individual with strong analytical skills 
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in English, and Kannada would be a plus

Additional Requirements

  • Assist with internal or external audits by providing requested documentation, reports, and support. 
  • Candidates should be comfortable and desirous of working in a multicultural team environment including with people from very different disciplines/worldviews. 
  • IPH Bengaluru is a learning organization and we expect candidates to be keen to read/learn newer approaches/skills on the job.

Job location
IPH Bengaluru office with travel to field offices in Mysore, Chamarajanagar, and BR Hills as per the demands of the role

Duration
The contract will be for one year (with a probation period of 3 months) to begin with and there will be possibility for renewal based on the performance and availability of funding resources.

Remuneration
The compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s skills and experience of Rs. 25,000/- Rs. 30,000/- per month.

Job description
The candidate will be responsible for assisting the HR Manager with the following:

  • Recruitment, Onboarding, Performance Management, Exit Process
  • Database Management: HR Information System (Records),Updating and Reviewing contracts periodically.
  • Training & Development: Policy Orientation and Staff Welfare Activities
  • Employee Relations: Personnel Management and Internal Communication channels including virtual workspaces (Slack / ERP) 
  • Rules and Regulations: Periodic HR Manual Review
  • Any other tasks assigned by the HR Manager
  • Contribute 10% of time towards the institute other than the tasks assigned above

Application Procedure
Applications are to be completed online through the IPH Bengaluru website at http://iphindia.org/careers/. The last date for receiving applications shall be: 30th April 2025

Note:
Candidates applying for this position shall not have any economic ties and shall not have represented any tobacco business or organization that represents the interest of the tobacco industry in the past two years.

Call for Project Management Unit Admin

Institute of Public Health Bengaluru (IPH Bengaluru) is a premier multidisciplinary academic research institute in India engaged in public health research, education, and outreach. 

About IPH Bengaluru
Institute of Public Health Bengaluru was founded in August 2005 by a group of committed, value-based healthcare professionals, with a vision to provide young professionals a platform to build their skills and strengthen the Indian health system to ensure quality health care, especially for the poor. IPH Bengaluru is headquartered in Bangalore with a field station in Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka and registered as a non-profit organization under the Karnataka State Societies Registration Act 1960.  IPH Bengaluru’s work is organized along four clusters which together constitute a portfolio of work in health policy & systems research, education, and capacity-building and outreach.

Job description

The Project Management unit aims to:

  • Help the researchers in the project management life cycle
  • Support the researchers in the administrative tasks
  • Capacity building of the researchers via seminar engagement and encourage and support them in grant writing

The candidate shall be responsible for:

1. Assistance to the project management coordinator

  • Assisting the PMU coordinator in recognition and renewals of statutory compliances like SIRO etc
  • Coordinating the project review process
  • Annual planning of the calendar of events for the annual planning and budgeting process

2. Scheduling
Manage calendars and external seminars hosted by the institute

3. Communication and coordination
Handle calls, emails, and other communications to the project and program staff and coordination for grant writing workshops

4. Meetings
Schedule and coordinate the PMU and other institutional meetings like research advisory board meetings etc.

Documentation: 
Documentation and filing of the all the project contracts and records

Essential requirements
Any bachelor’s degree / Master’s with computer skills and 1-2 years experience. Encourage freshers to apply.

Desirable requirements

  • Good with task planning and prioritization
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Fluency in Kannada and English
  • Prior experience in project management would be an added advantage

Job location
This position requires a full-time presence at the Institute of Public Health Bengaluru office at the headquarters.

Duration
The duration of this role would be 12 months with 3 months probation period and can be extended based on performance.

Service Fees
The compensation for this role will be INR 20000 – INR 25,000 / month.

Application Procedure
Please send in your CV’s to cv@iphindia.org along with the duly filled application form and the same should be received within and not later than 30th April 2025

Keep the following information/documents ready for the online application:

  1. Your basic details including name, permanent and current address, and other identifying details
  2. Resume/CV (PDF only)
  3. Name, phone number, and email address of two references who are willing to provide a reference for your work. This could include your teachers/mentors/supervisors.

Note:
Candidates applying for this position shall not have any economic ties and shall not have represented any tobacco business or organization that represents the interest of the tobacco industry in the past two years.

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