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Name of the position: Biomedical Research Coordinator

Location: Hyderabad

Division/Department: Biomedical research

Reports to: Senior evidence scientist, Evidencian Research Associates

Nature of position: Full-time position

Scope of work:

The position will act as a liaison between Fernandez foundation and ERA with respect to all the research activities. Design and implement standard operating protocols for the researcher team at Fernandez to incubate the research ideas, convert research ideas to structured research protocols, obtain IRB approval, registration with CTRI and other mandatory registrations, project execution, manuscript writing, and publication/ conference presentation. Oversees and coordinates the provision of administrative and staff services to director the investigators; develops and maintains recordkeeping systems and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans and coordinates the initiation of the research study protocol, and the establishment of operating policies and procedures.
2. Provide support in preparing the research protocol as per the IRB template.
3. Provides technical support in designing the data collection templates and guidance in data collection. Coordinates the data analysis with the statistical team of coGuide.
4. Recruits, instructs, and coordinates research subjects and/or volunteers, as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope.
5. Ensures the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities; acts as the primary administrative point of contact for internal research staff and as the principal operational liaison for other research organizations, funding agencies, and regulating bodies.
6. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of any technical support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position; may perform aspects of the research protocol, as required, in accordance with specified program objectives.
7. Monitors the progress of research activities; develops and maintains records of research activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators, administrators, funding agencies, and/or regulatory bodies.
8. To implement a quality control process throughout the conduct of research activities.
9. Write/edit various documents like scientific reports, research protocols, manuscripts, systematic reviews, blog posts related to various medical and paramedical specialties with necessary support from coGuide team.
10. Conduct periodic training need assessment, coordinates the capacity-building programs organized by the coGuide team for various resources at Fernandez Foundation.

Also, the person will be undergoing constant skill up-gradation through various internal and external structured training programs. You will also be actively contributing towards, various capacity-building programs, aimed at enhancing the research and scientific content writing skills of a wide range of our clientele.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND COMPETENCIES

Educational qualification:

AHS/BDS/Physiotherapy/BAMS

Master of public health (MPH) with epidemiology or biostatistics specialization.

Any additional research skill-related certifications (data analysis/research methodology/systematic review  & metanalysis) are highly desirable.

SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:

No prerequisite certificates/licenses required

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of one year biomedical or clinical research experience.
2. Familiarity with epidemiological study designs.
3. Minimum two-four years’ experience in program coordination, volunteer management in a health-related or frontline client service
4. Familiarity with terminology related to obstetrics, neonatology, and pediatrics is highly desirable. Experience in working with maternal child health will be highly valued.
5. Excellent facilitation skills
6. Excellent communication in English is mandatory. Additional communication skills in Telegu and Hindi are desirable.

TRANSFERABLE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

1. Research methods
2. Protocol writing
3. Basics of data management
4. Literature search and scientific content writing
5. Project Management capabilities
6. Customer service skills

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Computer Competency including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
2. Familiarity with data storage and analysis systems such as SPPS is an asset.
3. Familiarity with online meeting platforms such as zoom, teams.

Gross annual CTC would be ranging between 500000  to 700000 INR (five lakh to seven lakh INR)  depending on qualification/ skill and prior experience)

Name of the position: Biomedical Research Coordinator

Location: Bangalore

Division/Department: Biomedical research

Reports to: Senior evidence scientist, Evidencian Research Associates

Nature of position: Full-time position

Scope of work:

The position will act as a liaison between Garbhagudi Institute of Reproductive Health and Research (GGIRHR) and ERA with respect to all the research activities. Design and implement standard operating protocols for the researcher team at GGIRHR to incubate the research ideas, convert research ideas to structured research protocols, obtain IRB approval, registration with CTRI and other mandatory registrations, project execution, manuscript writing, and publication/ conference presentation. Oversees and coordinates the provision of administrative and staff services to director the investigators; develops and maintains record-keeping systems and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans and coordinates the initiation of the research study protocol, and the establishment of operating policies and procedures.
2. Provide support in preparing the research protocol as per the IRB template.
3. Provides technical support in designing the data collection templates and guidance in data collection. Coordinates the data analysis with the statistical team of coGuide.
4. Recruits, instructs, and coordinates research subjects and/or volunteers, as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope.
5. Ensures the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities; acts as the primary administrative point of contact for internal research staff and as the principal operational liaison for other research organizations, funding agencies, and regulating bodies.
6. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of any technical support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position; may perform aspects of the research protocol, as required, in accordance with specified program objectives.
7. Monitors the progress of research activities; develops and maintains records of research activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators, administrators, funding agencies, and/or regulatory bodies.
8. To implement a quality control process throughout the conduct of research activities.
9. Write/edit various documents like scientific reports, research protocols, manuscripts, systematic reviews, blog posts related to various medical and paramedical specialties with necessary support from the coGuide team.
10. Conduct periodic training need assessment, coordinates the capacity-building programs organized by the coGuide team for various resources at GGIRHR.

Also, the person will be undergoing constant skill up-gradation through various internal and external structured training programmes. You will also be actively contributing towards, various capacity building programmes, aimed at enhancing the research and scientific content writing skills of wide range of our clientele.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND COMPETENCIES

Educational qualification:

AHS/BDS/Physiotherapy/BAMS

Master of public health (MPH) with epidemiology or biostatistics specialization.

Any additional research skill-related certifications (data analysis/research methodology/systematic review & meta-analysis) are highly desirable.

SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:

No prerequisite certificates/licenses required

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of one year of biomedical or clinical research experience.
2. Familiarity with epidemiological study designs.
3. Minimum two-four years’ experience in program coordination, volunteer management in a health-related or frontline client service
4. Familiarity with terminology related to obstetrics, neonatology and paediatrics is highly desirable. Experience of working with maternal child health will be highly valued.
5. Excellent facilitation skills
6. Excellent communication in English is mandatory. Additional communication skills in Telegu and Hindi are desirable.

TRANSFERABLE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

1. Research methods
2. Protocol writing
3. Basics of data management
4. Literature search and scientific content writing
5. Project Management capabilities
6. Customer service skills

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Computer Competency including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
2. Familiarity with data storage and analysis systems such as SPPS is an asset.
3. Familiarity with online meeting platforms such as zoom, teams.

Gross annual CTC would be ranging between 500000  to 700000 INR (five lakh to seven lakh INR)  depending on qualification/ skill and prior experience)