Research Officer

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.

• Full time Position
• Based in Hyderabad
• Fixed Term – One Year

We have an opportunity for your career to make a difference!  We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Research Officer to join our organization.

How to apply:
Interested candidates should send their resume with full contact details, current and expected CTC/salary. Clearly mentioning the job title "Research Officer" in the subject line to hrindia@georgeinstitute.org.in by the 24 July 2024.

Context and Role

The Research Officer will proactively participate in facilitating the conduct and implementation of the PHC component of the NIHR-GHRC research project. He/She will be required to act as the liaison between with the internal team members and external collaborators contributing to the project work.

The Research Officer will be based in Hyderabad but should be willing and able to undertake domestic and international travel, as required. The appointment is initially for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension, based on future funding and higher studies pursued. Any Indian applicant is eligible to apply.

Reporting Relationships

The Research Officer will report to Global Strategic Priority Lead - Better Care & Director Primary Health Care on this project, at The George Institute for Global Health, India.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

The Research Officer would be expected to:

Actively involve in conducting the desk reviews, field research activities, design of the intervention, project implementation and documentation of the NIHR-GHRC project.

Key responsibilities are to:

1. Conduct literature reviews under guidance
2. Develop data collection tools
3. Coordinate in field research activities and data collection
4. Assist in testing and troubleshooting technical issues related to digital health tools
5. Assist in the development of SMARThealth applications
6. Act as the liaison between the field team and the technical/in office team throughout the project implementation
7. Contribute to data management and data analysis
8. Participate & facilitate regular research team meetings
9. Contribute to project management related documentation
10. Assist in the preparation of research protocols, reports, publications, and presentations.
11. Contribute to the writing, analysis, and interpretation of research findings
12. Display leadership qualities by guiding the research team, offering innovative solutions, and contributing to the overall growth and success of research initiatives.
13. Perform any other research-related tasks as required by ongoing projects and research needs.
14. Other work assigned by the manager and senior team members

Personal Development:

• Participate in planning and implementing of personal and career development activities
• Actively develop job-related skills

As a Team Member:

• Be responsible for day-to-day planning of activities assigned to you
• Timely reporting of study progress to your reporting manager
• Participate in team meetings and activities related to the projects and the Institute as a whole
• Participate in objective setting and performance management
• Participate in special projects to continuously improve processes, tools, systems and 
organization

Work, Health and Safety

• Comply with GI’s Work Health and Safety Policy and related procedures, and similar policies which apply when visiting the premises of affiliates and collaborating sites.
• Promote and contribute to a safe, secure environment for staff and visitors.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., health sciences, medical sciences, public health).
• Appropriate post-graduate qualification in health (e.g., health sciences, medical sciences, public health) and development is preferred.
• Prior experience (at least 3 years) in a research setting, preferably in healthcare or clinical research.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of primary health care systems including the delivery of primary health care services is essential.
• Experience in epidemiological, community-based, or health systems research studies
• Experience in undertaking literature reviews, and writing for publication in peer-reviewed journals
• Attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines
• Availability and willingness to undertake national and international travel.

General

• Strong focus on quality of work

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Good organisation and time management skills

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to see the big picture, and focus on detail
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

For more details, please see the Position Description for this role.

The George Institute India

The George Institute, a wholly owned legal not-for-profit Indian research institute, has been conducting research related activities in India since 2002. The George Institute India’s mission mirrors that of the parent organization, namely the discovery and implementation of solutions to chronic and disabling health problems through research, policy development and capacity building.

A number of large-scale projects in population, health systems and clinical research, funded by a diverse group of sponsors, both public and private, are conducted in India. The George Institute India comprises two distinct operating groups: Research and Development, and Infrastructure and Resources. It has two separate offices - in Hyderabad and New Delhi, where the research staff and senior management are based. 

About the George Institute

We are a medical and health research institute affiliated with leading universities aiming to challenge the status quo in health care. With 700+ people around the world, and projects in over 40 countries, our Strategy 2025 is all about impact – specifically, the impact of The George Institute’s activities on the health of millions of people, particularly those living in disadvantaged circumstances around the world.

Our strategy focuses on three key research priorities:

• Better Treatments: finding better treatments for the world’s biggest health problems
• Better Care: transforming primary health care to support better health for more people
• Healthier Societies: harnessing the power of communities, governments and markets to improve health

For more information about The George Institute, visit www.georgeinstitute.org.