Job Description

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
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
The Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad (IIPH, H) commenced with a mission to deliver public health education, pursue research and advocacy and support policy development. It lays strong emphasis on pursuing public health policy, practice, training and research, positioning its programmes according to the public health priorities of the state and the nation. The institute has brought together a highly qualified and diverse faculty of nationally and internationally trained and extremely motivated public health academics and practitioners. It aims to create an environment that supports excellence in instruction, research and practice. The Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad (IIPH-H) as an arm of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) aims to strengthen Public Health in India. The governance of IIPH Hyderabad is managed by a locally empowered society called the Institute of Public Health Sciences Hyderabad (IPHSH)
Project Brief
PANPREP- Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla Centre for Infectious Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness at IIPHH embodies the Institute's commitment to advancing infectious disease research. The Centre aims to serve as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and translation of scientific knowledge into practical health solutions. It will bring together researchers, healthcare professionals, and young scientists to drive pioneering studies, adopt cutting-edge technologies, and strengthen India's capacity to prevent and manage infectious diseases of global concern. Key focus areas include Infectious diseases, zoonoses, antimicrobial resistance, air and water pollution, vector-borne diseases, and climate-health interactions as well as cross-cutting themes with focus on One Health: Health systems strengthening, pandemic preparedness, disease surveillance, data sharing, community engagement, and intersectoral coordination.
Job Requirements:

• Research

• Undertake independent and collaborative research projects, including conceptualizing proposals and securing competitive national and international grants in the above mentioned Centre's key focus areas.
• Publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at professional and academic forums.
• Publish policy and opinion pieces in local, national and international print and digital media.
• Mentor and guide junior faculty, research staff and students in study design, data analysis, and scientific writing.
• Project Leadership

• Provide strategic direction and operational guidance to research studies, implementation projects, and training within the above mentioned Centre's key focus areas. .
• Establish and lead collaborations with internal teams and external partners-including government bodies, NGOs, international agencies, and academic institutions-for joint research and programs.
• Represent the Centre and IIPHH at national and international platforms.
• Administrative and Other Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction to Centre's expansion and impact including support for new collaborations and team building.
• Facilitate data filing and sharing, knowledge exchange, and community engagement to strengthen impact and visibility.
• Undertake travel for project supervision, field visits, collaborations, or training activities.
• Perform other project or institutional duties as assigned by the supervisor or senior management.

Qualification:
Essential:
Doctoral degree (PhD/MD/DrPH or equivalent) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Medicine, Health Systems, or related disciplines
Experience:
Essential:

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in public health, including at least 8 years in project leadership, management, or academic administration.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, operational oversight, and financial management of large-scale public health programmes or research projects.
• Demonstrated record of high-quality research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development in public health or related areas.

Desirable:
Teaching undergraduate and post graduate students
Process to apply:
Please note that the Annual Salary (CTC) will be up to Rs 24,00,000 per year. Other benefits will be as per the institute's policy and based on the candidate's skills and fitment in the selection process
Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to and fill the application form:
Please mention the exact Position name Sr Public Health Specialist and Position Code (IIPHH-PHS-07) in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Last Date of Receipt of Applications: 7 November 2025
Remarks:

• 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.
• IIPHH 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.

"IIPHH 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!
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Code: IIPHH-PHS-07
Location: IIPH Hyderabad
Category: FTS
Duration of Position: Initially for 1 year, extendable based on the position requirement
Number of Positions: 01
Last Date: November 7, 2025
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PHFI is helping to build institutional and systems capacity in India for strengthening education, training, research and policy development in the area of Public Health.

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