Sr Public Health Specialist

The Public Health Foundation of India PHFI is working towards building a healthier India It is helping to address the limited institutional and systems capacity in India by strengthening education and training advancing research and technology and facilitating policy and practice in the area of Public Health PHFI is headquartered in New Delhi with national presence through its constituent units of regional Indian Institutes of Public Health IIPHs and Centers of Applied Research in core public health themes The Foundation established in 2006 as a public private initiative is governed by an independent board comprising of senior government officials eminent Indian and International academic and leaders civil society representatives and corporate leaders For more information please visit the website The Public Health Foundation of India PHFI is working towards building a healthier India It is helping to address the limited institutional and systems capacity in India by strengthening education and training advancing research and technology and facilitating policy and practice in the area of Public Health PHFI is headquartered in New Delhi with national presence through its constituent units of regional Indian Institutes of Public Health IIPHs and Centers of Applied Research in core public health themes The Foundation established in 2006 as a public private initiative is governed by an independent board comprising of senior government officials eminent Indian and International academic and leaders civil society representatives and corporate leaders For more information please visit the website The Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad IIPH H 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 Project Brief PANPREP- 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 Key focus areas include Infectious diseases zoonoses antimicrobial resistance air and water pollution vector-borne diseases and climate-health interactions as well as cross-cutting themes with focus on One Health Health systems strengthening pandemic preparedness disease surveillance data sharing community engagement and intersectoral coordination Job Requirements 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 Qualification Essential Doctoral degree PhD MD DrPH or equivalent in Public Health Epidemiology Community Medicine Health Systems or related disciplines Experience Essential 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 Desirable Teaching undergraduate and post graduate students Process to apply Please note that the Annual Salary CTC will be up to Rs 24 00 000 per year Other benefits will be as per the institute s policy and based on the candidate s skills and fitment in the selection process Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to and fill the application form Please mention the exact Position name Sr Public Health Specialist and Position Code IIPHH-PHS-07 in the email subject line Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview Last Date of Receipt of Applications 7 November 2025 Remarks 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 IIPHH reserves the sole right to alter modify cancel the entire selection process or the position or the vacancy or to disqualify any candidature at any stage of the selection process Women are encouraged to apply Share Code IIPHH-PHS-07 Location IIPH Hyderabad Category FTS Duration of Position Initially for 1 year extendable based on the position requirement Number of Positions 01 Last Date November 7 2025 Search Jobs Donate to a Healthier India Collective effort is required to address the public health challenges we face today Partner with PHFI and support initiatives to strengthen public health initiatives in India If you are looking for something specific and unable to find it please email PublicHealthForIndia WORKING TOWARDS A HEALTHIER INDIA PHFI is helping to build institutional and systems capacity in India for strengthening education training research and policy development in the area of Public Health