IIPS Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai is hiring 1 Research Fellow for a Mumbai-based collaborative research project on stomach cancer patient care. If you have a Master's Degree in Population Studies, Social Work, or Psychology with at least 2 years of research experience, you can apply by emailing your CV. The last date to apply is 13 August 2026. This is a purely temporary position for 3 months, with a consolidated salary of up to Rs. 80,000 per month.

IIPS Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - EASE IN Project

International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai, a Deemed University, has invited applications for a Research Fellow position under the project titled "The Feasibility and Acceptability of Conducting a Randomised Controlled Trial to Improve Body Composition and Quality of Life of Stomach Cancer Patients after Gastrectomy in India" (EASE IN). This is a collaborative project between IIPS Mumbai, Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH) Mumbai, and the Institute of Applied Health Sciences (IAHS), University of Aberdeen, Scotland. Candidates with hands-on qualitative research experience in public health are especially encouraged to apply.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Master's Degree in Population Studies, Social Work, or Psychology
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in research on public health related issues
• Skills: Proven experience in qualitative research including in-depth interviews
• Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Hindi, and Marathi

Desirable (Added Advantage):

• Prior experience collecting patient-level data in hospital settings
• Demonstrated experience writing research articles and reports
• 6 months of project management experience

Your educational qualification may be relaxed in deserving cases, at the institute's discretion.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month, based on your qualification and experience.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next step.

1. Shortlisting: Based on your CV and supporting documents.
2. Virtual Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your CV along with documents supporting your qualifications and experience.
2. Email your application to diliptr@iipsindia.ac.in.
3. Submit your application before 13 August 2026.
4. Wait for a response — only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a virtual interview.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 04 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 13 August 2026

• Support the study team in planning and implementing the qualitative research study
• Conduct qualitative in-depth interviews with stomach cancer patients as part of the EASE IN project
• Synthesize interview data and draft study reports
• Coordinate with research teams at IAHS, University of Aberdeen, and TMH, Mumbai
• Maintain accurate records of patient-level data collected during the study
• Communicate findings clearly in English, Hindi, and Marathi as needed