IIPHH-2026-RA-02

The Indian Institute of Public Health (IIPH) Hyderabad commenced with a mission to deliver public health education, pursue research and advocacy and support policy development. It lays strong emphasis on pursuing public health policy, practice, training and research, positioning its programmes according to the public health priorities of the state and the nation. The institute has brought together a highly qualified and diverse faculty of nationally and internationally trained and extremely motivated public health academics and practitioners. It aims to create an environment that supports excellence in instruction, research and practice. The Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad (IIPH-H) as an arm of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) aims to strengthen Public Health in India. The governance of IIPH Hyderabad is managed by a locally empowered society called the Institute of Public Health Sciences Hyderabad (IPHSH).

PANPREP-The Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla Centre for Infectious Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness at IIPHH embodies the Institute’s commitment to advancing infectious disease research. The Centre aims to serve as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and translation of scientific knowledge into practical health solutions. It will bring together researchers, healthcare professionals, and young scientists to drive pioneering studies, adopt cutting-edge technologies, and strengthen India’s capacity to prevent and manage infectious diseases of global concern

1. Research Support

• Assist in planning and implementation of research activities.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings.
• Support development of research tools, questionnaires, and study materials.

2. Data Collection & Management

• Collect qualitative and quantitative data (field/online/secondary data).
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Enter, clean, and manage datasets using appropriate software.

3. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain proper research records and documentation.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Support ethics documentation and compliance requirements.

4. Coordination

• Coordinate with field teams, stakeholders, and collaborators.
• Assist in organizing meetings, training sessions, or workshops.
• Provide administrative support related to research activities and to the PI.
• Any other tasks assigned by PI and Management.

Essential:

• Essential degree in Public Health

Desirable:

• Science/Medical graduate with MPH

Essential:

• Experience in Public Health, Projects/Programs; Report Writing; Data analysis & collection

Desirable:

• Desirable (6 Months -1 Years)

Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV with a cover letter (500 words) to vacancies@iiphh.org and fill the application form:

https://forms.gle/aaXftn8Qf678MgKk7

Please mention the exact Position Name Research Assistant and Position Code IIPHH-2026-RA-02 in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

 Last Date of Receipt of Applications:  15 March 2026.

• Candidates should have an excellent academic record, good communication skills, a commitment to high quality graduate / post-graduate education.
• Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for interview.
• Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
• IIPHH reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions.
• The requirements of minimum qualification and/or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials.
• No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays, conduct & result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview.