Research Coordinator

Invitation Note
Applications are invited from passionate candidates for one post of Research Coordinator. We look forward to applications from skillful candidates.

Project Overview

The HASP (Heart Attack and Stroke Predictability) study aims to develop risk prediction tools for heart attack and stroke using advanced analytical techniques such as machine learning. By analyzing lifestyle, clinical, and molecular data, the project seeks to clarify how risk factors contribute to vascular diseases. HASP is planned to enable early identification of at-risk individuals and guide effective prevention strategies, making a significant impact on public health outcomes in India.

Workplace
Integrated Research on Neuroscience (IRoN) Unit

Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation (MSMF)

Bangalore-560099, India

Webpage: https://www.msctr.org/integrated-research-on-neuroscience/

Funding Partner
SKAN Research Trust

Working Team
Neuroscience Research Group

Job Title
Research Coordinator

Job Type
Contractual

Emoluments
Competitive

Duration
The initial appointment will be for six months (probationary period), extendable based on the performance in the first six months.

Eligibility
Essential:

1. Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) or allied disciplines.

2. Available to work in MSMF onsite regularly.

Desirable:

1. Computational thinking of coding skills (e.g., Jamovi, R, python, etc.)

2. Kannada-speaking candidates will be preferred

3. Interest in neuroscience-related fields

Experience preferred
1. Study participant contact point: Candidates with experience in participant data collection, questionnaire-based screening and analysis maintenance.

2. Critical link between bench and bed science: Between research, clinical care, and patient engagement, stroke research coordinators play an indispensable role in advancing our understanding of stroke and driving the development of more effective treatments and interventions.

3. Neuroinformatic data analysis: Ability to perform analysis of CT, MRI data and bioinformatic (e.g. transcriptomic) data.

Deadline
Open until filled

Screening Process
Shortlisting based on CVs ➡ Online or offline (for Bangalore-based candidates) interviews of shortlisted candidates ➡ Final selection for joining (top candidate)

Core roles
a) Coordination of participant enrolment: Identifying, screening, and enrolling eligible subjects into neuro-related research studies, ensuring informed consent is obtained.

b) Coordination of health data management: Meticulously collecting, documenting, and maintaining accurate data on study participants, adhering to established protocols and regulatory requirements.

c) Coordination of project activities: Organizing and overseeing various aspects of the research process, such as scheduling appointments, conducting assessments, and managing study supplies.

d) Coordination of regulatory clearance: Ensuring strict compliance with institutional, consortial, local, and federal regulations governing the conduct of clinical research, including maintaining necessary documentation.

e) Collaboration with multidisciplinary stakeholders: Fostering effective communication and coordination between physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, and other stakeholders involved in the research.

f) Coordination of participant sensitization: Providing study participants with detailed information about the research and offering guidance and resources to support their involvement.

Mode of Application:

Drop an email to Dr. Debprasad Dutta at debprasad@ms-mf.org with the following documents with subject-line “Research Coordinator Application at MSMF”:

• CV (.docx or .pdf or .pptx presentation)
• Experience Letter/Letter from Referee (optional, but encouraged)

Selected candidates will be notified via email about the subsequent steps to be taken.

Application email: debprasad@ms-mf.org

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bangalore, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Are you competent to collect Health Data from study subjects?

Work Location: In person