Consultant- Project Technical Support – III

Public Health Career; Karnataka; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Project Technical Support – III role at The Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) supports data management, coordination and communication for a study on hypothyroidism in pregnancy. You will assist with data handling, literature synthesis and preparing project documentation under senior researchers.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s in Life Sciences or Public Health, with 0–1 years in public health or clinical research, and strong MS Office skills for analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Statistics or related discipline.
• Experience in data management and basic statistics is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support data management and analysis under the PRS-III and senior team.
• Assist with literature searches and evidence synthesis related to hypothyroidism in pregnancy.
• Maintain systematic records of datasets, data transfers and queries.
• Coordinate with study partners and collaborating institutions on data sharing.
• Prepare project documents, reports and dissemination materials.
• Support research communication and outreach activities.

Skills

Data management

Basic statistical analysis

Research coordination

Biological sample management

Documentation of datasets

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Literature reviews

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Life Sciences / Public Health

Job description

Position Code : PHFI-CNST-2678

Position Title : Consultant- Project Technical Support – III

No. of Positions : 1

Location : Bengaluru

Duration of Position : 01 Year or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier

Brief On The Organization

The Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) is working towards building a healthier India. It is helping to address the limited institutional and systems capacity in India by strengthening education and training, advancing research and technology and facilitating policy and practice in the area of Public Health. PHFI is headquartered in New Delhi with national presence through its constituent units of regional Indian Institutes of Public Health (IIPHs) and Centers of Applied Research in core public health themes. The Foundation, established in 2006 as a public private initiative, is governed by an independent board comprising of senior government officials, eminent Indian and International academic and leaders, civil society representatives and corporate leaders. For more information, please visit the website www.phfi.org.

Project Brief

The project, “IPD Analysis of Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy: Prevalence, Risk Factors and Maternal and Fetal Outcomes in India,” funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), will undertake an individual participant data analysis to examine the prevalence and determinants of hypothyroidism during pregnancy and its association with maternal and fetal outcomes. The project involves collaboration and coordination with participating studies and institutions, including harmonisation and management of participant-level data, data analysis, quality assurance and synthesis of findings to generate evidence relevant to maternal health in India.

Job Summary

The Project Technical Support – III will provide technical, data management, research coordination and communication support to the PRS-III, PI, Co-PI, and senior research team. The position will support data management and analysis, biological sample management, coordination with study partners, preparation of project documentation and reports, and research communication and outreach activities.

Deliverables

• Research and analysis support
• Provide technical and data management support to the Project Research Scientist (PRS-III) and the senior research team.
• Assist with literature searches and evidence synthesis relevant to hypothyroidism in pregnancy, its risk factors, and maternal and fetal outcomes.
• Support the collection, processing, labelling, storage, tracking and transportation of blood samples, where required, in accordance with study protocols, laboratory procedures and biosafety requirements.
• Conduct routine checks for missing data, inconsistencies, outliers and other data quality issues, and support their resolution with the relevant study partners.
• Maintain systematic records of datasets, data transfers, data queries, data cleaning processes and other project documentation.
• Assist with descriptive and statistical analyses under the guidance of the PRS-III, PI and statistical team, including preparation of tables, figures and analysis outputs.
• Ensure appropriate adherence to data confidentiality, ethical requirements, study protocols and institutional policies governing the use and management of participant-level data.
• Undertake technical, data management and co-ordination activities assigned by the PI or project leadership.
• Preparing project documents and reports
• Support the preparation of manuscripts, technical reports, presentations, research briefs and other outputs.
• Assist with preparation and compilation of ICMR progress reports and other funder-related documentation.
• Support preparation of study-related documentation, including data management records, analysis documentation and other project trackers.
• Support the PI and research team in content development and research communication, including materials for presentations, reports, newsletters, website updates and dissemination activities.
• Co-ordination with study partner
• Co-ordinate with study partners and collaborating institutions regarding data sharing, variable clarification, data queries and resolution of inconsistencies.
• Follow up with participating studies to support timely receipt, clarification and completion of datasets and study information.
• Facilitate communication between the project team and collaborating partners on technical and operational requirements.
• Maintain systematic records of partner communication, data requests, data transfers and follow-up actions.
• Communications and outreach
• Manage and support the social media activities, including planning and developing content, drafting and scheduling posts, preparing supporting materials and disseminating findings, activities and outputs.
• Assist with podcast co-ordination, including co-ordinating recordings, and supporting promotion and dissemination.
• Events and co-ordination
• Organise and co-ordinate workshops, meetings, training programmes and other project events, including participant co-ordination, venue arrangements, travel, accommodation, meeting materials and other logistical requirements.
• Assist with co-ordination of investigator meetings and project meetings, including preparation of agendas, presentations and meeting materials.
• Support the co-ordination of project-related activities across the research team and collaborating institutions.
• Any other activities as delegated by the PI/Co-PI

Qualification

• Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Statistics, Data Science or a related discipline from a recognised university/institution.

Experience

• Relevant 0-1 years of experience in research, data management, public health/clinical research or project coordination.
• Basic knowledge of research methods, data management and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Good written and verbal communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience in data cleaning, quality checks and preparation of datasets for statistical analysis.
• Familiarity with R, Stata or SPSS.
• Experience with biological sample management, particularly blood sample collection, processing, storage, tracking or transportation.
• Experience coordinating with multiple study sites, investigators or research partners.
• Experience in research communication, social media management, content development or science communication.
• Experience organising workshops, meetings, training programmes or research dissemination events.

Skills & Competencies

• Data management and quality assurance
• Basic statistical analysis
• Research and literature review skills
• Biological sample management
• Coordination with study partners and research teams
• Scientific writing and documentation
• Research communication and content development
• Social media and digital communication
• Workshop and event coordination
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary research team

Please note that Consultancy Fee will commensurate with available skills and fitment of the incumbent as per the selection process.

Last Date of Receipt of Applications: 15 September 2026.

Remarks

• Candidates are requested to refer PHFI website for position description & process for applying. Please note only those applications will be considered which are received as per instruction written on PHFI website.
• Candidates should have an excellent academic record, good communication skills, a commitment to high quality graduate / post-graduate education.
• Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for interview.
• Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
• PHFI reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions.
• The requirements of minimum qualification and/or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials.
• No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays, conduct & result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview.

“PHFI reserves the sole right to alter/modify/cancel the entire selection process or the position or the vacancy or to disqualify any candidature at any stage of the selection process.” Women are encouraged to apply!