Research Fellow/Sr. Research Fellow (International Public Health Law)

Position Code : IIPHH-2026-RF-02
Position Title : Research Fellow/Sr. Research Fellow (International Public Health Law)
No. of Positions : 01
Location : IIPH Hyderabad
Duration of Position : 01 Year or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier
Brief On The Organization:
The Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad (IIPH, H) commenced with a mission to deliver public health education, pursue research and advocacy and support policy development. It lays strong emphasis on pursuing public health policy, practice, training and research, positioning its programmes according to the public health priorities of the state and the nation. The institute has brought together a highly qualified and diverse faculty of nationally and internationally trained and extremely motivated public health academics and practitioners. It aims to create an environment that supports excellence in instruction, research and practice.
The Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad (IIPH-H) as an arm of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) aims to strengthen Public Health in India. The governance of IIPH Hyderabad is managed by a locally empowered society called the Institute of Public Health Sciences Hyderabad (IPHSH)
Project Brief:
PANPREP Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla Centre for Infectious Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness at IIPHH embodies the Institutes commitment to advancing infectious disease research. The Centre aims to serve as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and translation of scientific knowledge into practical health solutions. It will bring together researchers, healthcare professionals, and young scientists to drive pioneering studies, adopt cutting-edge technologies, and strengthen Indias capacity to prevent and manage infectious diseases of global concern. Key focus areas include infectious diseases, zoonoses, antimicrobial resistance, air and water pollution, vector-borne diseases, and climate-health interactions as well as cross-cutting themes with focus on One Health: health systems strengthening, pandemic preparedness, disease surveillance, data sharing, community engagement, and intersectoral coordination.
Job Requirements:

• Legal and Governance Analysis for Pandemic Preparedness:
• Map legal mandates of ministries (Health, Agriculture, Environment, Home Affairs, etc.).
• Develop a governance and accountability matrix.
• Draft model coordination frameworks consistent with national laws.
• Legal Frameworks for One Health Governance:
• Analyse existing legal and institutional arrangements governing human, animal, and environmental health sectors.
• Develop model district-level governance templates to support operationalisation of One Health coordination mechanisms.
• Identify regulatory and administrative reforms required to strengthen cross-sectoral data sharing and decision-making.
• Contribute to mainstreaming interdisciplinary and rights-based approaches to One Health within national policy discourse.
• International Health Law and Global Health Governance
• Conduct assessment of Indias performance under global health frameworks and international obligations.
  

Essential:
Qualification:

• Masters degree in Public Health Law, Health Policy, International Health Law, or related field.
  

Desirable:

• Specialisation in public health law, international health governance, or human rights law.
  

Experience:
Essential:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in public health policy, legal research, or governance analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in policy drafting, legal review, or regulatory analysis.
  

Desirable:

• Experience working with government agencies.
• Experience in stakeholder consultations and multi-sector coordination.
• Knowledge of the International Health Regulations (2005), the proposed Pandemic Treaty, and other relevant global health agreements.
  

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Process To Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV with a cover letter (500 words) to [HIDDEN TEXT] and fill the application form:
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Please mention the exact Position Name Sr. Research Fellow/Research Fellow (International Public Health Law) and Position Code IIPHH-2026-RF-02 in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Last Date of Receipt of Applications: 15 March 2026.
Remarks:

• Candidates should have an excellent academic record, good communication skills, a commitment to high quality graduate / post-graduate education.
• Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for interview.
• Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
• IIPHH reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions.
• The requirements of minimum qualification and/or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials.
• No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays, conduct & result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview.
  

IIPHH reserves the sole right to alter/modify/cancel the entire selection process or the position or the vacancy or to disqualify any candidature at any stage of the selection process.
Women are encouraged to apply!