Project Research Scientist -I (Medical)-BIRAC TB - Cachexia Project

St John's; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 885,000 - 1,060,000; Part time

Job summary

St John's is seeking a Project Research Scientist -I (Medical) for a BIRAC TB - Cachexia Project in Bengaluru. The role involves coordinating a three-arm RCT to evaluate Omega 3 and Ibuprofen effects among TB patients on ATT and nutrition intervention.

The contract position offers a monthly salary of Rs 87,100 and a start around 16th November 2026. Responsibilities include supervision of the research team, participant recruitment, data handling, and IEC-related work.

Qualifications

• MBBS with MD, preferably in Community Health or Family Medicine.
• Or MBBS with MPH and relevant research/clinical experience.
• Age 35 years.
• English and Kannada language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the research team.
• Recruit participants.
• Data collection and entry.
• Follow-up with participants.
• Prepare reports.
• IEC related work (AE/SAE submissions).
• Perform any other necessary tasks.

Education

MBBS

MD

MPH

Job description

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Project Research Scientist -I (Medical)-BIRAC TB - Cachexia Project

Posted on: 06 Nov 2026

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: Fresher / Experienced

Job Summary:

A three-arm randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of Omega 3 supplements and Ibuprofen in improving muscle protein fractional synthesis rate among patients with pulmonary TB on Anti tubercular treatment and food supplements against standard of care in South India. The study will focus on anti-inflammatory strategies to overcome cachexia among patients with TB.

Salary : RS. 87,100/- p.m

No of Vacancy :One

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination and Supervision of the research team
• Participant recruitment
• Data-collection and data entry
• Follow-up of participants
• Report preparation
• IEC related work (Submission of AE's SAE's)
• Any other task as necessary

Eligibility Criteria:

Preferred Qualifications: MBBS MD, Preferably Community Health / Family medicine or MBBS MPH with research and clinical experience

Age Criteria : 35 Years

Experience : Fresher/Experienced

Preferred Language: English and Kannada

Tentative Date of Joining : 16th November 2026