Consultant- Research Coordinator (Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical))

PHFI, in collaboration with the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), the Indian Council of Medical Research – National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN), and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), is implementing a project titled “Co-designing a gamification module to promote healthier dietary choices and reduce ultra-processed food consumption among school adolescents.” The project aims to co-design a gamified module targeting adolescents’ (11-14 years) healthy dietary practices. It combines nutrition literacy with behavioral nudges through persuasive technology, offering an interactive and user-friendly approach. The study has been funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

The role requires experience in conducting literature reviews and drafting project-related documentation, including progress reports. The candidate should demonstrate hands-on experience working in community-based or multi-centric research studies, preferably within public health, nutrition, or adolescent health domains. Strong organizational and documentation skills, along with the ability to support research implementation, are essential.

The position will perform the following tasks:

• Responsible to conduct the in-depth literature review to inform the development of the gamified module
• Contribute to the preparation of project reports under the guidance of the PI and Co-PI.
• Coordinate activities at the school level, ensuring effective implementation and documentation, while continuing to support report development.
• Finalize the project reports and assist in the organization of meetings and dissemination activities, in consultation with the PI and Co-PI.
• Travel as required.
• Any other task assigned by the Supervisor pertaining to the above role.

Essential:

• First-class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees, with three years’ experience.
• Second-class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees, with PhD and three years’ experience
• For Engineering/IT/CS-First Class Graduate degrees of Four Years with three years’ experience

Desirable:

• PhD in health or allied fields.

Essential:

• Around 2-3 years of experience in conducting Public Health Research.
• Must have handled a minimum of five projects relevant to the requirement as Principal Investigator or Co-PI.

Desirable:

• More than 5 years of experience in conducting Public Health Research.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English.
• Strong organizational and coordination abilities

Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to recruit@phfi.org and fill the application form– Application Form- Consultant-Res. Cor. (Pro. Res. Sci. I (Non-Medical) (PHFI-CNST-2610) – Fill out form. Please mention the exact Position Code (PHFI-CNST-2610) in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

Last Date of Receipt of Applications: 02 March 2026.

Remarks:

• Candidates are requested to refer PHFI website for position description & process for applying. Please note only those applications will be considered which are received as per instruction written on PHFI website.
• 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.
• PHFI 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.
• Please note that Consultancy Fee will commensurate with available skills and fitment of the incumbent as per the selection process.

“PHFI 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!