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Job Description
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JOB TITLE
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Research Fellow
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REPORTING TO
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Jagnoor Jagnoor
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LOCATION
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Delhi
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OPEN ENDED /
FIXED TERM (Duration)
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Open Ended
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JOB FAMILY
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Research
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CAREER STEP
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Independent
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About The George Institute
The George Institute for Global Health was established in 1999 with a mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide, particularly underserved populations, by challenging the status quo and using innovative approaches to prevent and treat the world’s biggest killers: non-communicable diseases and injury.
With offices in Australia, China, India and the UK, our 700+ people support 245+ active projects and clinical trials across 50+ countries, with 400+ more staff across our social enterprises. We focus on the global health challenges that cause the greatest loss of life, the greatest impairment of life quality and the most substantial economic burden, particularly in resource-poor settings.
Together with our academic partners, UNSW Sydney in Australia, Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India and Imperial College London in the United Kingdom, we work with a global network of collaborators, undertaking clinical, population and health systems research.
Our experts are among the most cited globally, bestowed accolades for excellence and innovation, and regularly participate in policy fora. Our research is published in leading academic journals, referenced in policy documents, and recognised for its excellence, innovation and impact. We are designated a WHO Collaborating Centre (WHO CC) for Injury Prevention & Trauma Care, and a WHO CC for Population Salt Reduction. Since 1999, we have raised more than $1 billion for research and produced over 10,000 peer-reviewed publications and other academic outputs.
What we do
- Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
- Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
- Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs
- Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship
The George Institute India
The George Institute, a wholly owned legal not-for-profit Indian research institute, has been conducting research related activities in India since 2002. The George Institute India’s mission mirrors that of the parent organization, namely the discovery and implementation of solutions to chronic and disabling health problems through research, policy development and capacity building.
A number of large-scale projects in population, health systems and clinical research, funded by a diverse group of sponsors, both public and private, are conducted in India. The George Institute India comprises two distinct operating groups: Research and Development, and Infrastructure and Resources. It has two separate offices - in Hyderabad and New Delhi, where the research staff and senior management are based.
Context and Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Injury Division, based in Delhi. Current projects at the Injury Division extend across falls prevention and treatment, burns prevention, drowning prevention and violence. The position will support multiple projects across India, including HIPCare and Sustain-DP 2. Sustain-DP 2 supports drowning prevention and data surveillance interventions in high-risk districts in West Bengal, India. The project aims to (1) Evaluate a creche-based intervention for scalability and sustainable implementation, and (2) Identify a mechanism to improve reporting of drowning events in rural communities. HIPCare is a multi-country RCT assessing the impact of an improved post-hip fracture operation protocol on patient outcomes. The Injury Division is coordinating the trial across 7 sites in India.
The Research Fellow will (1) Lead the evaluation of drowning prevention interventions implemented as part of Sustain-DP 2, (2) Support other activities in Sustain-DP 2, including data surveillance intervention development, (3) Assist with implementation and data quality management of the HIPCare trial, and (4) Support the development of additional funding opportunities. The Research Fellow may also assist in additional projects as required. Tasks will include conducting and overseeing qualitative and quantitative research activities, report writing, data analysis, and dissemination of findings.
Reporting Relationships
The Research Fellow will report to Dr Jagnoor Jagnoor, the Program Lead of the Injury Division on this project, at The George Institute for Global Health, India.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the process evaluation of the creche intervention in Sustain-DP 2
- Provide research and analytical support for ongoing projects, including HIPCare, Sustain-DP 2, and others as required
- Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of injury prevention and health systems projects across India.
- Lead and support data collection, management, and statistical analysis.
- Draft manuscripts, reports, and policy briefs for dissemination to academic, policy, and community audiences.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including government agencies, NGOs, and international partners.
- Identify opportunities for new project development and funding in injury prevention and related areas, and develop grant applications.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards and research governance requirements.
As a Team Member:
- Participate in team meetings and activities relating to own work area;
- Participate in special projects to improve processes, tools, systems and organisation;
- Take responsibility for personal learning and development and for setting achievable and meaningful work objectives and managing personal targets, meeting obligations of the Institute’s Performance Management and Development Policy;
- Demonstrate commitment to TGI’s values, including performing to an exceptionally high ethical standard and focus on integrity, collaboration and teamwork in all efforts.
Work, Health and Safety
- Comply with Work Health and Safety legislation and operate in accordance with established Occupational Health and Safety practice and procedures at the Institute.
- Promote and contribute to a safe, secure environment for staff and visitors.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Sciences, or related field completed within the previous 3 years.
- Strong research background with demonstrated experience in community injury prevention, health systems, or related domains.
- Proven track record of at least 2 peer-reviewed publications and additional research dissemination.
- Experience in conducting, analysing and reporting quantitative and qualitative research methods, including proficiency in data analysis software such as R, NVivo
- Experience in drafting grant applications.
- Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse teams.
- Ability to prioritise and organise tasks across multiple projects.
- Comfort with developing new lines of inquiry and piloting innovative approaches.
- Familiarity with Indian health systems and policy context is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in one or more regional Indian language desirable.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should send their resume with full contact details, current and expected CTC/salary and notice period details. Clearly mentioning the job title”Postdoctoral Research Fellow” in the subject line to hrindia@georgeinstitute.org.in by 24 May 2026.
Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.
Everyone is encouraged to apply, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, and mature-aged adults.