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Research Assistant - IAEA Project

Posted on: 25 Apr 2026

Job Summary:

The impact of chronic inflammation on long-term iron balance in women of reproductive age with Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection using iron isotope dilution method – A cohort study 

This project is an IAEA-supported cohort study designed to understand iron absorption and iron losses in women of reproductive age living with HIV, using advanced iron isotope dilution techniques.

 Participants will be recruited from a hospital based clinic and followed longitudinally to generate high-quality clinical, nutritional, and laboratory data.

 While the role is primarily clinic-based, the project offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience with stable isotope methods and other cutting-edge laboratory techniques in our modern biochemistry facility. 

This position will be particularly appealing to candidates interested in biochemistry, nutrition, or those looking to build strong foundations in clinico-social research, given the close participant interaction, public-health relevance, and integration of both laboratory and field components.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities 

· Recruit eligible participants from the hospitcal clinic and obtain informed consent.

 · Maintain regular follow-up of enrolled subjects and ensure adherence to study timelines. 

· Build strong rapport with clinic staff and participants to facilitate smooth recruitment and retention. 

· Maintain accurate, timely, and well-organised study records and documentation. 

· Coordinate sample collection, transport, and storage as per protocol.

· Assist with laboratory procedures related to the iron isotope dilution study (training will be provided).

 · Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and study SOPs. 

Key Skills

 · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with participants. 

· Ability to build trust and smooth working relationships with clinic teams.

 · Strong attention to detail and diligence in maintaining records and data. 

· Basic computer skills, including data entry and familiarity with Excel. 

· Willingness to learn laboratory techniques and follow detailed protocols.

 · Organised, reliable, and comfortable working in a clinical environment.

Eligibility Criteria:

Preferred Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Nutrition /Biochemistry /Pharmacology/ Nursing /MLT /Social Work / Life sciences

Preferred Language:

•  English, Kannada , Hindi , Tamil/Telugu (optional)

Salary: Rs.30,000/- per month

To Apply: E-mail cover letter and curriculum vitae with 3 references (names and email addresses / phone numbers) by on or before 2nd May 2026 to savitha.as@stjohns.in   & cc to hr@sjri.res.in

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