High-Value Research Opportunity JIPMER Seeks Project Research Scientist for ICMR-Funded Trauma Care Study

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) has invited applications for the position of Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical) to work on an externally funded research project. The contract position offers a significant consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 67,200/-.

Project and Position Overview

The selected candidate will be contracted for an expected duration of 10 months to work on a critical public health initiative.

Project Title: “To study the effectiveness of Trauma Quality Improvement Programs (TQIP’s) in improving Trauma care outcomes at Tertiary care Hospitals in India.”
Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Jagdish Menon, Department of Orthopaedics.
Remuneration: Rs. 67,200/- per month (consisting of a salary of Rs. $56,000$ plus $20\%$ HRA).

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must meet the following essential criteria and have a maximum age of 35 years as of the application deadline:

Essential Qualifications: Must possess an M.Sc. in Epidemiology, M.Sc. in Clinical Research, M.Sc. in Life Sciences, or a Master of Public Health (MPH).
Required Experience: Two years of relevant research experience must be gained after acquiring the essential qualification.

Desirable Criteria: Preference will be given to candidates holding an MBBS/BDS degree, a Degree in Clinical Research, course certification in computer applications, and prior experience managing funded extramural/intramural projects.

Roles and Selection Process

The role involves high-level research coordination, data management, and training activities, including:

Coordinating formative research, outcome assessment, and project implementation.
Supervising and guiding other project staff in their daily tasks.
Conducting detailed literature searches, data analysis, and report writing.
Working effectively as part of a team.

The selection process will involve a rigorous evaluation:

Application Shortlisting: Based on the submitted application form, CV, and supporting documents.
Evaluation (Written Test & Interview): Shortlisted candidates will undergo a written test and subsequent interview focusing on Trauma care, Quality Improvement Programs, Clinical Research, and Project Management.

Application Submission Deadline

Interested and eligible candidates must email the filled application form (in the prescribed format) along with their CV and supporting documents (scanned as a single PDF file) to the email ID provided.