IIPH - Associate Professor (Hyderabad/Bengaluru/Bhubaneshwar) (PHFIIPHS-2026-AP-002)

Position Code: PHFIIPHS-2026-AP-002

Position Title: Associate Professor

No. of Positions: 01

Location: Hyderabad/Bengaluru/Bhubaneshwar

Duration of Position: Initially for 1 year, extendable based on the position requirement  

Brief on the Organization: 

The PHFI Institute of Public Health Sciences (PHFI–IPHS), Deemed to be University, is India’s premier institution dedicated exclusively to advancing education, research, and practice in public health notified under the Distinct Category of UGC (Deemed to be Universities) Regulations 2024.  Rooted in the distinguished legacy of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), the University builds upon more than a decade of pioneering work carried out by the Indian Institutes of Public Health (IIPHs) established across the country. The Deemed University currently encompasses the campuses at Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Bhubaneswar, while PHFI’s other institutes — including IIPH Gandhinagar, IIPH Delhi, and IIPH Shillong — continue to strengthen the broader national public health network.  Together, these institutions form a pan-India ecosystem of teaching, research, capacity building, and policy engagement. Supported by a distinguished national pool of faculty, researchers, and practitioners, PHFI–IPHS draws on the collective expertise and experience of India’s leading public health professionals to address the country’s evolving health challenges.  PHFI–IPHS currently offers postgraduate programs and specialized training designed to equip students with the knowledge, analytical skills, and leadership required to strengthen health systems and promote equity in health at local, national, and global levels.  Guided by PHFI’s vision of “a healthier India through stronger public health systems”, the University remains committed to advancing evidence-based education, fostering innovation, and nurturing the next generation of public health leaders.  

Job Requirements: 

• Develop and deliver lectures, tutorials, and seminars in Maternal and Child Health (MCH) and Healthcare Administration, including areas such as reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (RMNCH+A), health systems management, and healthcare delivery.  
• Mentor and guide students in academic projects, dissertations, fieldwork, and research activities.  
• Design and lead independent and collaborative research projects in MCH and healthcare systems, including efforts to secure research funding and grants.  
• Publish research findings in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international academic forums.  
• Contribute to curriculum development, review, and enhancement of teaching methodologies in public health, MCH, and healthcare administration.  
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (government agencies, NGOs, and partners) on maternal and child health programs, healthcare delivery systems, and public health initiatives.  
• Participate actively in institutional activities, academic committees, and community engagement programs.  
• Support and contribute to capacity-building, training, and field implementation activities related to MCH and healthcare administration.  
• Undertake travel as required for fieldwork, research, training, and academic engagements.  
• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor/Head of Department. 

Qualification and Experience 

Essential: 

• A PhD in Public Health / Community Medicine / Epidemiology / Maternal and Child Health / Health Systems / Healthcare Administration or a closely related discipline from a recognized university.  
• A Master’s degree (MPH/MSc/MD or equivalent) in Public Health or relevant field with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). 
• A minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and /or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/industry with a minimum of seven publications in the peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of Seventy five (75) as per the criteria given in Appendix II, Table 2 

Desirable  

• Experience working with maternal and child health programs at national/state level  
• Exposure to implementation research, monitoring & evaluation, and health systems strengthening  
• Experience in grant writing and funded research projects  
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills 

Process to apply: Please note that Annual Salary (CTC) will commensurate with available skills and fitment of the incumbent as per the selection process.  

Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to vacancies@iiphh.org and fill the application form: https://forms.gle/xY1FWCPQzDA9byaNA 

Please mention the exact Position name Associate Professor and Position Code (PHFIIPHS-2026-AP002) in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. Last Date of Receipt of Applications:  08 June 2026 

For more details: https://iiphh.org/work-with-us/

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