Project Research Scientist-III (Medical)-ICMR-SecureUS Project

Brief Description About The Project

The ICMR-funded SecureUltrasound (SecureUS) Project is an innovative initiative focused on developing and validating a screenless ultrasound device aimed at addressing critical challenges in maternal healthcare. This project is driven by the need to combat female feticide and overcome the shortage of skilled ultrasound operators in rural Indian health centers.

This project is undertaken by Division of Medical Informatics at St. John’s Research Institute, which makes use of innovative tools and techniques to drive health systems research and healthcare innovation for improving healthcare outcomes with meaningful use of data.

Project Research Scientist-III (Medical)

Position Starting: 1st April 2025

No. of Vacancy: One

Preferred Qualifications: MBBS, MD, or equivalent degree in a relevant medical or clinical field.

Additional qualifications such as MPH, PhD, or specialization in Epidemiology, Public Health, or Clinical Research are desirable.

Salary: 1,20,900 (Including HRA)

Maximum Age Limit: 45 Years

Language: English & Kannada

• Telugu, Tamil and Hindi (Optional)
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in clinical research, medical device validation, or public health studies.
• Experience in conducting clinical or epidemiological research studies involving medical technology.
• Prior involvement in manuscript writing, grant applications, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (SPSS, R, STATA, NVivo, or similar).
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, data management, and literature review.
• Proficiency in research methodologies, biostatistics, and data analysis tools.
• Experience in collaborating with national and international research organizations is an advantage.
  
  

Last Day for Receiving Application: 30th March, 2025

Location: Bangalore

Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the research activities of the SecureUS Project.
• Design, develop, and implement study protocols for the evaluation of the screenless ultrasound device.
• Conduct pilot studies and trials to assess real-world implementation challenges and devise solutions.
• Conduct field validation and usability studies involving pregnant women and various stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Recruit, train and supervise the staff on project related activities
• Analyze clinical data to assess the effectiveness, usability, and economic impact of the SecureUS device.
• Prepare and publish scientific papers, reports, and presentations based on research findings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and institutional guidelines, including ethics committee approvals.
• Engage with stakeholders, hospital administrators, healthcare workers, and domain experts for project validation.
• Participate in grant writing and research proposal development to secure additional funding for project expansion.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and financial management related to research activities.
• Coordinate and liaise with state and national-level government bureaucrats and officials to update on project activities and progress.
• Travel to project sites for field validation and stakeholder studies
  
  

The Principal Investigator

ICMR SecureUS Project

SJRI

To Apply: E-mail cover letter and curriculum vitae on or before 30th March, 2025 to dhinagaran@sjri.res.in, a.rajan@sjri.res.in and cc to hr@sjri.res.in

For more information, please visit our website www.sjri.res.in

Can Contact us on the following Numbers 080-49467021/49467011

The ICMR-funded SecureUltrasound (SecureUS) Project is an innovative initiative focused on developing and validating a screenless ultrasound device aimed at addressing critical challenges in maternal healthcare. This project is driven by the need to combat female feticide and overcome the shortage of skilled ultrasound operators in rural Indian health centers.