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Deputy Research Specialist OR Research Specialist

4-8 years

New Delhi

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Deputy Research Specialist OR Research Specialist

Centre for Social and Behaviour Change

posted 4mon ago

Job Description

The role is ideally based in New Delhi, but excellent candidates desirous of working remotely from another location in India with travel to project sites are eligible.
The role is ideally based in New Delhi, but excellent candidates desirous of working remotely from another location in India with travel to project sites are eligible.
The Centre for Social and Behaviour Change (CSBC), Ashoka University
CSBC was founded by and is part of Ashoka University, India s leading liberal arts university, and is supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to expanding and sharing knowledge and underscoring behavioural science s role in building public policies that directly impact society.
We seek to establish a leading Indian institution driving behavioural change measures for people and communities in need. We advance the science and practice of behaviour changes, harnessing cross-disciplinary expertise to improve outcomes in nutrition, sanitation, maternal health, family planning, and financial services through a mix of behavioural change programmes, foundational research and capability building.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Research Specialist would oversee the full range of activities from design and implementation to data management for projects requiring empirical research.
Supporting the development of experimental design protocols for research projects:
  • Conducting literature reviews to deepen understanding of the behavioural science evidence base and of methodologies used
  • Drafting, piloting and programming measurement instruments for lab, lab-in the-field, field experiments and quasi-experimental designs
  • Conducting sample size calculations
  • Preparing and submitting IRB applications
  • Devising implementation and deployment plans
Supporting the execution of lab-in-the-field, field experiments and quasi-experiments:
  • Coordinating with PIs and other project leads for discussing research requirements and providing regular updates
  • Planning and managing recruitment of subjects for different studies based on the research requirements
  • Ensuring smooth delivery of the data collection process in line with the protocols
  • Conducting regular quality control checks
  • Coordinating with enumerators and subjects
Analysing secondary and primary data to support hypothesis validation:
  • Analyzing data and communicating results using data visualization
  • Supporting dissemination efforts of the findings through preparation of reports/ presentations/ papers/ articles, etc.
    Managing and mentoring research associates.
    • Applicants must be authorised to work in India.
    • We are an equal opportunity organisation and promote diversity. Women, differently-abled persons, and SC/ST/OBC candidates are encouraged to apply.
    Education Qualifications
    A Bachelor s or Master s degree in economics, statistics, psychology, sociology, public policy or related fields.
    Competencies
    • 4-8 years experience managing quantitative research projects, including the management of Research Associates (or direct reports in a similar role).
    • Ability to manage and respond to varied tasks in a quick and efficient manner.
    • Willingness to travel, as required.
    • Willingness to travel, as required. Advanced knowledge of R, Stata or other similar software for statistical computing.
    • Familiarity with programming questionnaires on SurveyCTO, Qualtrics or similar applications is a plus.
    • Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
    • Fluency in English, along with conversational skills in at least one Indian language.
  • Please combine the Cover Letter and CV into one PDF attachment.
  • Kindly ensure that the application includes the last compensation received, expected salary, and notice period.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
    We recommend that you apply early as applications will be processed as they are received and the position may be filled before the closing date.

    Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

    Functional Areas: Pharma/Healthcare

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