Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical)- ICMR SecureUS Project

Brief Description about the Project

The ICMR-funded SecureUltrasound (SecureUS) Project is an innovative initiative focused on developing and validating a screenless ultrasound device aimed at addressing critical challenges in maternal healthcare. This project is driven by the need to improve the accessibility of Ultrasound and the ease of use in primary care settings and also overcome the shortage of skilled ultrasound operators in rural Indian health centers.

This project is undertaken by Division of Medical Informatics at St. John’s Research Institute and the India Institute of Science in Bangalore, which makes use of innovative tools and techniques to drive health systems research and healthcare innovation for improving healthcare outcomes with meaningful use of data.

Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical)

No. of Vacancy: One

Preferred Qualifications: MBBS with MD Community Medicine (OR)

MBBS with MPH (OR)

BDS/ AYUSH with MPH/ Ph.D

Maximum Age Limit : 35 years

Salary:Rs.72,800 /- per month

Language: English & Hindi

Kannada, Telugu, Tamil (Optional)

Experience:· MBBS with MD Community Medicine (1 -2 years’ experience)

MBBS with MPH (2 – 3 years’ experience)

BDS/ AYUSH with MPH (5 – 6 years’ experience)

1. Experience in clinical research, medical device validation, or public health studies.

2. Experience in working on medical device research, maternal health, or community-based healthcare projects is preferred.

3. Experience in working in government health facilities is preferred.

4. Proficiency in data analysis software (SPSS, R, STATA, NVivo, or similar).

5. Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, data management, and literature review.

6. Prior experience in manuscript writing and research grant applications is desirable.

7. Familiarity with ethics approval processes and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.

8. Experience in collaborating with national and international research organizations is an advantage.

Location: Bangalore

Employment Status: Contract (Initially for 6 month, extendable based on performance)

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Support the field implementation and clinical validation of the secure ultrasound device.

2. Assist in the design, implementation, and management of research activities related to the SecureUS Project.

3. Travel to project sites for field validation and stakeholder studies

4. Support data collection, management, and preliminary analysis for the evaluation of the screenless ultrasound device.

5. Work closely with the Project Research Scientist - Medical to coordinate field validation studies involving 192 pregnant women.

6. Collaborate with biomedical engineers, data scientists, and healthcare professionals to refine device features and research methodologies.

7. Develop survey instruments, interview guides, and research tools for stakeholder consultations, including hospital administrators and healthcare workers.

8. Conduct literature reviews and assist in drafting research papers, reports, and presentations.

9. Monitor project timelines, data quality, and regulatory compliance under the guidance of the medical research scientist.

10. Assist in grant writing and proposal development for securing additional funding.

11. Organize and participate in stakeholder meetings, workshops, and training sessions for research staff and healthcare workers.

12. Support field teams in troubleshooting data collection challenges and ensure adherence to ethical research practices.

13. Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software and visualization tools.

14. Maintain detailed project documentation, including research protocols, consent forms, and ethics committee submissions.

Last Day for Receiving Application: 7th July 2025

The Principal Investigator

ICMR SecureUS Project

SJRI

To Apply: E-mail cover letter and curriculum vitae on or before 7th July 2025 to [email protected] / [email protected] and cc to [email protected]

Can Contact us on the following Numbers 080-49467021/49467011