Senior Public Health Specialist – PANPREP
- Company
Indian Institute of Public Health- Delhi (IIPH-Delhi)
- Location
Hyderabad
- Employment Type
Full-Time
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Functional Category
Research & Knowledge Management
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Experience
15 - 16 years
- Date Posted
06-Nov-2025
About Indian Institute of Public Health- Delhi (IIPH-Delhi)
The Indian Institute of Public Health-Delhi (IIPH-Delhi) commenced its operations in November 2008. It is an academic and research institute offering on-campus, eLearning and short term training programs to augment the institutional public health capacity in India. It is actively engaged in policy relevant research for strengthening training, research and policy development in the area of Public Health.
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Overview of the Role
The role involves leading and conducting high-quality research, securing grants, and publishing in reputed journals and media outlets. It includes providing strategic and operational leadership for research and implementation projects, fostering collaborations with government, academic, and international partners, and mentoring junior researchers. The position also contributes to the Centre’s growth through administrative oversight, knowledge exchange, and stakeholder engagement.
Job Description
Research
• Undertake independent and collaborative research projects, including conceptualizing proposals and securing competitive national and international grants in the above mentioned Centre’s key focus areas.
• Publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at professional and academic forums.
• Publish policy and opinion pieces in local, national and international print and digital media.
• Mentor and guide junior faculty, research staff and students in study design, data analysis, and scientific writing.
Project Leadership
• Provide strategic direction and operational guidance to research studies, implementation projects, and training within the above mentioned Centre’s key focus areas.
• Establish and lead collaborations with internal teams and external partners—including government bodies, NGOs, international agencies, and academic institutions—for joint research and programs.
• Represent the Centre and IIPHH at national and international platforms.
Administrative and Other Responsibilities
• Provide strategic direction to Centre’s expansion and impact including support for new collaborations and team building.
• Facilitate data filing and sharing, knowledge exchange, and community engagement to strengthen impact and visibility.
• Undertake travel for project supervision, field visits, collaborations, or training activities.
• Perform other project or institutional duties as assigned by the supervisor or senior management
Required & Preferred Qualifications
Education
Doctoral degree (PhD/MD/DrPH or equivalent) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Medicine, Health Systems, or related disciplines.
Experience
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in public health, including at least 8 years in project leadership, management, or academic administration. • Proven expertise in strategic planning, operational oversight, and financial management of large-scale public health programmes or research projects. • Demonstrated record of high-quality research publications in peer-reviewed journals. • Experience in teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development in public health or related areas.