Company Description As a leading equitable, quality eye care institution since 1987, L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) has served over 36.89 million patients, providing sight restoration to many free of cost. Ranked among the top 10 global eye research centres by SCImago Institutions Rankings for the third consecutive year, LVPEI operates an expansive network of over 300 centres across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Karnataka, and Liberia. The institute provides primary to advanced eye care services and engages in clinical services, education, research, vision rehabilitation, and rural community outreach programs. LVPEI is committed to making eye care accessible and affordable for all. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for an Optometrist at our facility in Odisha, India. The Optometrist will be responsible for conducting eye examinations, diagnosing and managing eye diseases, prescribing corrective lenses, and providing pre- and post-operative care. In this role, the Optometrist will also participate in community outreach programs, educate patients about eye health, and collaborate with other eye care professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. Qualifications Proficiency in conducting eye examinations and diagnosing eye conditions Experience in prescribing glasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids Skills in providing pre- and post-operative care Excellent patient communication and education skills Ability to participate in and contribute to community outreach programs Familiarity with clinical research and evidence-based practice A degree in Optometry from a recognized institution Relevant licensure or certification to practice as an Optometrist Experience in vision rehabilitation and eye health advocacy is a plus Show more Show less

Role Summary: The Grants Associate will support the Research Management Office in facilitating the institute’s extramural research funding portfolio. This includes providing administrative and coordination support across both pre-award and post-award stages of research grants, as well as managing research-related databases and online portals to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. The role involves close collaboration with researchers, finance teams, and external funders to ensure effective and compliant grant management. Role Type: The appointment will be a fixed-term position for an initial period of 1 year, renewed annually based on performance evaluations. Salary: Compensation will be offered as a consolidated package, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and in accordance with institutional guidelines. Key Responsibilities: Working closely with the Associate Director – Research Management, the Grants Associate will carry out the following responsibilities: Pre-Award Support: Assist in identifying funding opportunities and disseminating them to relevant researchers. Coordinate timelines and documentation for proposal submissions, including providing comprehensive budget support, ensuring compliance with the institutional and agency requirements, and liaising with collaborators, where required. Responsible for managing institutional registrations on various agency portals, including international funding bodies, to enable seamless submission of grant applications. Maintain records of submitted proposals on the internal grants portal and track application outcomes. Post-Award Support: Assist in grant activation for awarded projects, including documentation, funder communications, and budget revisions. Support project teams in preparing and submitting progress and financial reports as per funder requirements. Track grant expenditures against budgets in coordination with the finance team, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines. Maintain grant documentation on the internal grants portal and assist with responding to funder queries or compliance needs. Institutional Grants & Information Management: Manage and regularly update research databases and dashboards on internal grants and research instrument portals. Work with IT and research support teams to ensure smooth functioning of online systems related to grants and research administration. Support data analysis and information management in response to requests from internal and external stakeholders. This includes compiling and analyzing data on grant submissions, application success rates, funding trends, and the quantum/type of funding secured by the institute, among other relevant metrics. Qualifications and Skills: PhD in life sciences or any other branch of science 1–2 years of experience in grants administration, lab management or project management is desirable. Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines with attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); familiarity with online research management tools is a plus. Proven written and verbal communication skills. The ability to analyze, summarize and communicate information is essential. Initiative, enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team. About LV Prasad Eye Institute LV Prasad Eye Institute is a globally recognized, patient-centric, research-driven eye care institution. By joining our grants team, you will contribute to advancing impactful and cutting-edge research at the institute, while gaining valuable experience in the field of research management. https://www.lvpei.org/services/research To apply: Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the position to ponnarig@lvpei.org

Role Summary: The Grants Associate will support the Research Management Office in facilitating the institutes extramural research funding portfolio. This includes providing administrative and coordination support across both pre-award and post-award stages of research grants, as well as managing research-related databases and online portals to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. The role involves close collaboration with researchers, finance teams, and external funders to ensure effective and compliant grant management. Role Type: The appointment will be a fixed-term position for an initial period of 1 year, renewed annually based on performance evaluations. Salary: Compensation will be offered as a consolidated package, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and in accordance with institutional guidelines. Key Responsibilities: Working closely with the Associate Director Research Management, the Grants Associate will carry out the following responsibilities: Pre-Award Support: Assist in identifying funding opportunities and disseminating them to relevant researchers. Coordinate timelines and documentation for proposal submissions, including providing comprehensive budget support, ensuring compliance with the institutional and agency requirements, and liaising with collaborators, where required. Responsible for managing institutional registrations on various agency portals, including international funding bodies, to enable seamless submission of grant applications. Maintain records of submitted proposals on the internal grants portal and track application outcomes. Post-Award Support: Assist in grant activation for awarded projects, including documentation, funder communications, and budget revisions. Support project teams in preparing and submitting progress and financial reports as per funder requirements. Track grant expenditures against budgets in coordination with the finance team, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines. Maintain grant documentation on the internal grants portal and assist with responding to funder queries or compliance needs. Institutional Grants & Information Management: Manage and regularly update research databases and dashboards on internal grants and research instrument portals. Work with IT and research support teams to ensure smooth functioning of online systems related to grants and research administration. Support data analysis and information management in response to requests from internal and external stakeholders. This includes compiling and analyzing data on grant submissions, application success rates, funding trends, and the quantum/type of funding secured by the institute, among other relevant metrics. Qualifications and Skills: PhD in life sciences or any other branch of science 12 years of experience in grants administration, lab management or project management is desirable. Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines with attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); familiarity with online research management tools is a plus. Proven written and verbal communication skills. The ability to analyze, summarize and communicate information is essential. Initiative, enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills. The ability to work both independently and as part of ateam. About LV Prasad Eye Institute LV Prasad Eye Institute is a globally recognized, patient-centric, research-driven eye care institution. By joining our grants team, you will contribute to advancing impactful and cutting-edge research at the institute, while gaining valuable experience in the field of research management. https://www.lvpei.org/services/research To apply: Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the position to [HIDDEN TEXT] Show more Show less