Introduction
KHPT is a not-for-profit organization that has, for over two decades, worked alongside India’s most vulnerable communities to improve their health and wellbeing. Our journey began in 2003 with focused initiatives to reduce the prevalence of HIV in Karnataka, and since then, our work has expanded to address a wide range of public health issues across the country. In places where health remains out of reach, held back by stigma, silence or systemic gaps, we have worked to change that reality. We believe the answers already exist in local knowledge, the culture of the place, and in collective intent. While health is our focus, we see it in its full context shaped by poverty, gender, social norms, urbanization and climate. We bring together technical expertise and community wisdom, blending data, dialogue and systems thinking to strengthen health systems and empower communities. Because health and wellbeing are rights. And every community deserves not just access, but the power to shape its own wellbeing.
Senior Research Associate (with Data Specialization)
Positions: 1
Location: Bangalore
Qualification, Skills & Competencies
• Postgraduate degree in Economics, Public Health, Biostatistics, Sociology, Health Informatics, or a related field with 3–4 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in statistical and data analysis tools such as Stata, R, or Python, with working knowledge of SQL or Power BI, and advanced Excel for health data workflows
• Experience working with public health, epidemiological, and climate datasets; skills including data cleaning, analysis, modelling, and validation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data findings into clear written and verbal communications for diverse audiences
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Willingness to travel to field areas as required
• Strong attention to detail
Roles and Responsibilities
• Collect, maintain, and update information from various publicly available data sources, including KHPT’s internal datasets as relevant to both thematics.
• Conduct data analysis and document processes related to both primary and secondary data using appropriate statistical methods tailored to Women’s and Urban Health contexts.
• Assist with developing outputs or platforms to effectively display learnings and track each thematic’s progress.
• Support thematic teams in the preparation of proposals, print and digital knowledge products,
including reports and publications, and dissemination of data insights.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the thematic leads.
Note: The principal responsibilities listed above are an illustrative list and not an exhaustive list Additional responsibility may be assigned as per the Project and organization requirements.
Reporting
The Data Specialist will be reporting to Thematic Lead or person designated by her/ him.
Remuneration
The compensation for the above-mentioned position/s will adhere to internal policies and market standards, determined by qualifications, relevant experience, budget availability, internal parity, and interview performance
KHPT is committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment for all employees. We uphold the principle of equal opportunity and actively welcome female applicants. In addition, we encourage individuals with physical challenges, provided they possess the necessary skills and knowledge, and are willing to travel to apply. We seek candidates who can seamlessly integrate into our non-discriminatory, inclusive, and equitable organizational culture.
We will follow a systematic selection process to fill this position, taking into account experience, competency, suitability, aptitude to work with our health programs, and extensive knowledge of the areas we work in. Only candidates who meet our shortlisting criteria will be invited for an interview.
The above position demands excellent communication, interpersonal and computer skills and also involves travel. Preference will be given to candidates who have work experience in the relevant field and local candidates with required experience and skillsets.
The above-mentioned position requires outstanding communication, interpersonal, and computer skills, as well as the willingness to travel. Preference will be given to candidates with work experience in the relevant field and local candidates who possess the necessary experience and skill sets.
How to apply
Prospective candidates should submit their applications by clicking the "Apply Online" button next to the relevant vacancy on our current openings page at
https://www.khpt.org/work-with-us/
The deadline for submissions is 8th June 2026 .