Research Officer

Overview:
hpiego is a nonprofit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and practice into moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a newborn to breath. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people.

In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by USAID, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), MSD for Mothers and other anonymous donors.

Jhpiego is hiring for the position of Research Officer at Delhi India. This position will be responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating research projects. The role involves data collection, analysis, report writing, and dissemination of research findings. The Research Officer will work closely with team members, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure research activities align with program goals and are executed effectively.

**Responsibilities**:

- Draft research protocols and develop research tools under the guidance of the supervisor, concerning program staff/external evaluators.
- Conduct/supervise data collection for quantitative and qualitative studies and ensure data quality.
- Support the analysis of both quantitative and qualitative
- Support drafting of scientific manuscripts/reports under the guidance of supervisor and concerned program teams.
- Support teams in writing and submitting abstracts to scientific conferences and
- Compile and maintain repositories of relevant research studies and literature as per
- Keep track of research protocols and maintain the regulatory binders for different research studies.
- Periodically track data from ongoing studies and ensure that documents are appropriately prepared for data audit.
- Support in implementing the approved MER plans for assigned projects with guidance from Supervisor and the program management team.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as per the need.
- Assist in the review of existing tools and do revision as required

Required Qualifications:
**Abilities/Skills**:
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- Strong analytical and scientific writing skills.
- Ability to analyze quantitative data using standard software like SPSS/STATA. The ability to use qualitative data analysis software will be an added advantage.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to work with diverse technical team.
- Ability to multi-task and work in multicultural environment.
- Ability to handle a variety of assignments under the pressure of deadlines.
- Proficiency in computers - Microsoft Office.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 20 % of his/her time.

**Qualifications/Knowledge and Experience**:
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- Bachelors in any stream (preferably medical) with an essential masters in Epidemiology/Health Informatics/Population Studies/Health Management/Public Health/Research. Desirable to have PhD in public health/maternal newborn child health/population sciences etc.
- Essential to have 5 - 7 years of relevant professional experience working with an international/national public health organization or academic institute, particularly in the field of research, data analysis, scientific writing and learning.
- Publications in international peer-reviewed journals essential.
- Prior experience in domain of Nursing and midwifery ecosystem is desirable.
- Understanding global health and development approach with the willingness to learn
- Basic understanding of DPDP act 2023 would be desirable.
- Strong writing and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Previous experience in managing or contributing to field-based research studies.

Preferred Qualifications:
Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment.
Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

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