Brief on the Organization:

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 www.phfi.org.

Project Brief:

The Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) in collaboration with Tata Memorial Centre (Mumbai), Dr. B. Borooah Cancer Institute (Guwahati, Assam) and NIMHANS (Bengaluru), IIT BOMBAY, is implementing a study entitled “Implement and Evaluate CARE (Comprehensive AI-powered ConveRsational IntErface to Quit Tobacco) to improve cessation among tobacco users”. The study proposes the development of a smartphone-based app. and assess its effectiveness. The app will offer tobacco cessation guidance and deliver age-specific messages. App-based solutions for tobacco cessation leverage technology to make support and resources easily accessible to users, promoting a more convenient and personalized approach to quitting tobacco. The proposed app will offer information on the health risks of tobacco, benefits of quitting, and strategies for successful cessation.

Deliverables:
  • Manage all project administration with the project team
  • Undertaking a review of the literature to support the development of guides, and protocols
  • Preparing Minutes of the study update and review meetings
  • Assist in developing and organizing Training material and resources to train the study team in collecting the qualitative data.
  • Support the team in conducting the thematic and framework analysis and contribute to the manuscript writing and submission of manuscripts.
  • Any other task assigned by VP (Research) pertaining to the above role.
Qualification:

Essential:

  • Graduate in relevant subject/field.
  • PG in a relevant subject/field.
  • For Engineering/IT/CS-First Class Four Years Graduate Degree.
Experience:

Essential:

  • Around 03 Years’ experience.
  • Ability to conduct comprehensive and systematic reviews of scientific literature.
  • Basic skills in research methodology, including data management and analysis.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Basic skills in research software (ANVIVO/ATLAS ti)
  • Strong skills in Excel, including data organization, analysis, and reporting.
  • Fluency or working proficiency in English, with strong communication skills for both written and verbal tasks.
Process to Apply:

Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to recruit@phfi.org and fill the application form– https://forms.office.com/r/YVhdRbfGQm . Please mention the exact Position Code (PHFI-PTSU-2506) in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

Last Date of Receipt of Applications:  24 February 2025.

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 Annual Salary (CTC) 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!

Code: PHFI-PTSU-2506
Location: Delhi/NCR
Category: Fixed Term Salaried
Duration of Position: 10 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier
Number of Positions: 01
Last Date: February 24, 2025

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