Centre for Mental Health hiring Research Associate for the Keshav Desiraju India Mental Health Observatory (IMHO). This job position is for the location Pune, interested individuals can apply for the position after checking the eligibility criteria.
About IMHO
IMHO is an open-access repository of data and information on mental health laws, policies, and services to promote evidence-based policy-making and bridge systemic gaps to advance mental health in India.
Qualifications and skills
Essential
- Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Law, Public Health, Public Policy, or allied disciplines
- At least 2 years of work experience in the fields of mental health, public health, law, and policy reform, social justice, and other allied fields
- Strong research skills in both qualitative and quantitative techniques
- Proficiency in written English – academic and policy writing
Desirable
- Prior experience in communication, advocacy, and network building
- Proficiency in Hindi (verbal and written)
Responsibilities
- Conduct research by collecting, collating, and analyzing existing data, metrics, and information on the mental health system in India
- Develop and disseminate research outputs and publications (annual reports, briefs, newsletters, white papers, etc.)
- Develop and maintain the IMHO website and data platforms
- Develop linkages and coordinate with civil society organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders as part of the IMHO’s institutional mechanism for collaborative research
- Organise consultations and dissemination events at a national, state, and local level
Application and Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview by 1 September 2023. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
We invite applicants from historically marginalized and underrepresented communities.
