About the Research Project

Eligibility for the position of Project Research Scientist - I (Medical) under the ICMR-funded extramural research project:

“Development and Evaluation of a Peer-Led Tobacco Use Prevention Model Incorporating Stress Management and Refusal Skills among School Students in Ghaziabad: An Implementation Study”

Eligibility & Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

MBBS / BDS / MVSc / M.Sc. with Ph.D. in Public Health, Community Medicine, or Life Sciences from a recognized university.

Desirable Qualifications

Master of Public Health (MPH) or MDS in Public Health Dentistry.

Experience

Prior research experience in digital health platforms, adolescent health, behavioral interventions, tobacco control, or implementation science.

Key Job Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for overall scientific coordination across all three years of the project, including:

• Cultural adaptation of the peer-led tobacco use prevention model.
• Development of training modules.
• Supervision of school baseline and follow-up surveys.
• Coordination of the digital communication platform.
• Data management and statistical analysis.
• Scientific manuscript writing.
• Preparation of policy briefs.
• Drafting of the final implementation toolkit.

Position Tenure, Salary & Age Limit

Position Tenure

36 months (3 years). The appointment will initially be for 12 months in Year 1, extendable annually up to 3 years, co-terminus with the project, based on annual performance review and ICMR guidelines.

Consolidated Emoluments

₹87,100/- per month (₹67,000/- base pay + 30% HRA, as sanctioned by ICMR). An annual 5% increment is applicable after completion of 2 years, as per ICMR norms.

Upper Age Limit

35 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates and experienced candidates as per ICMR/GoI rules.

How to Apply

Send the application to drmeena.jain@santosh.ac.in within 10 days of publication, by 10 November 2026.

For queries, please contact +91 7428672266 .