Location: BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, Goa (Stationed at SCB Medical College, Odisha)
Salary: ₹18,000/- + 18% HRA = ₹21,240/- pm (1st year; 5% increment in 3rd year) (Additional salary negotiable based on qualification and experience)
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Initially 1 year (extendable up to 3 years based on performance)
Application Deadline: 21-Aug-2024
Email: skundu@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in
About the Job:
Applications are invited for the position of Project Technical Support (CRO/Data Analyst) in the Department of Biological Sciences at BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, Goa, under an ICMR sponsored research project titled “Pathophysiological investigations of sickle cell disease and interventions to improve associated hemorheological abnormalities.”
Principal Investigator: Prof. Suman Kundu
Co-Investigators:
- Dr. Rabindra K Jena (SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack, Odisha)
- Dr. Raviprasad Aduri (BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus)
Research Area: The project focuses on evaluating the clinical efficacy of HbS-Sailin (Sai Phytoceuticals, New Delhi) as an indigenous anti-sickling formulation in the Indian population. The study involves metabolomics investigations using liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry to reveal disease pathophysiology. Novel hemoglobin-oxygen affinity modifiers will be screened in vitro using a multidisciplinary approach.
Responsibilities:
- Project management and clinical monitoring
- Data management and regulatory affairs
- Ensure data integrity and conduct statistical analyses
- Produce high-quality reports
- Contribute to reliable outcomes and research success
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree (MSc/MS/M.Pharm or equivalent) in life sciences or related discipline with clinical research experience and knowledge of biostatistics
- Bachelor’s degree (BSc/BS/B.Pharm or equivalent) in life sciences or related discipline with several years of experience in clinical research will be considered
- Candidates in the final year of PhD in life sciences or allied subjects with relevant experience will also be considered
- Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills
- Attention to detail and adaptability
- Certification in clinical research analysis is advantageous but not mandatory
- Willingness to learn regulatory compliance
- Experience in clinical trial, data analysis, data management, and clinical statistical analyses preferred
How to Apply: Interested candidates may send their application and curriculum vitae detailing research experience to the principal investigator at skundu@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in with the subject line “ICMR-CRO/Data Analyst” by 21-Aug-2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via e-mail for an online interview.