Project Research Scientist-I (Medical)- ICMR OMNIVEC Project

St Johns Research Institute (SJRI); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

St Johns Research Institute (SJRI) is seeking a project officer in Bengaluru to support a dengue-focused information and communication technology initiative. The role centers on IEC material development, community engagement, and rapid information dissemination.

The incumbent will guide IEC development, supervise project staff, design surveys, oversee data collection and analysis, and communicate findings to stakeholders and partners.

Qualifications

• MBBS with MD in Community Medicine or MPH is preferred.
• Good knowledge of prevention of vector-borne diseases.
• Basic computer and data management skills; strong coordination.

Responsibilities

• Guide the development of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials to support project goals and community engagement.
• Manage and supervise project staff to ensure timely implementation of project activities.
• Design and conduct surveys to assess project outcomes and impact.
• Oversee data collection, management, and analysis to inform decision-making and reporting.
• Ensure effective communication of findings and best practices to stakeholders and partners.

Skills

Vector-borne disease prevention

Data management

Networking

Coordination

Education

MBBS MD (Community Medicine) or MBBS MPH

Job description

Job Summary

The project aims to reduce the burden of Dengue infections through multiple information and communication technology and digital platforms such that it reaches a large audience within a short time.

Responsibilities

• Guide the development of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials to support project goals and community engagement.


• Manage and supervise project staff to ensure timely implementation of project activities.


• Design and conduct surveys to assess project outcomes and impact.


• Oversee data collection, management, and analysis to inform decision-making and reporting.


• Ensure effective communication of findings and best practices to stakeholders and partners.

Location

Bangalore

Eligibility Criteria

• Preferred Qualifications: MBBS MD (Community Medicine) or MBBS MPH Skill required: Good knowledge of prevention of vector borne diseases, basic computer and data management skills, networking and coordination.


• Age Criteria: 35 Years


• Experience: Fresher / Experienced


• Preferred Language: English, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi