Antimicrobial Resistance Project Opportunity at MSSRF, Chennai
Looking for a public health research career in Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and One Health? The M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) is inviting applications for the position of Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) in Chennai. This Antimicrobial Resistance Project Opportunity is ideal for MBBS, BDS, MPH, MD, Community Medicine, and Public Health professionals interested in infectious diseases, epidemiology, and AMR research. The selected candidate for the Research Scientist Job in Chennai will contribute to a prestigious One Health Antimicrobial Resistance project aligned with national priorities and ICMR-led initiatives. Candidates with research, surveillance, and public health experience are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
About the Organization:
The M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) was established in 1988 by Professor M.S. Swaminathan using the proceeds from the First World Food Prize. MSSRF is recognized globally for its contributions to sustainable rural development through science, technology, and innovation.
With a presence across nine states in India, MSSRF works towards improving livelihoods, food security, environmental sustainability, and public health. The organization actively collaborates with national and international partners to address critical developmental challenges through evidence-based research and policy interventions.
The One Health Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Project at MSSRF aims to understand and address the emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance across human, animal, agricultural, and environmental sectors using an integrated One Health approach.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Project Research Scientist-II (Medical)
- Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Project: One Health Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Project
- Job Code: PRS-II0626
- Number of Positions: 1
- Duration: 2 Years (2026–2028)
- Employment Type: Project-Based
- Age Limit: 25–35 Years
- Qualification: MBBS/BDS with relevant experience OR MBBS/BDS with MPH/MD Community Medicine/Public Health qualification
- Application Mode: Online Application Form with CV Submission
- Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2026
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide scientific and technical leadership for AMR surveillance and risk mapping activities.
- Support study planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Ensure adherence to research protocols, SOPs, and ethical guidelines.
- Oversee surveillance activities across agriculture, livestock, aquaculture, and environmental sectors in this Research Scientist Job in Chennai.
- Coordinate with laboratories, field teams, and collaborating institutions.
- Monitor data quality, completeness, and protocol compliance in the MSSRF Recruitment.
- Support data analysis, interpretation, and AMR risk factor assessment.
- Contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance risk maps at MSSRF.
- Prepare scientific reports, publications, policy briefs, and technical presentations.
- Engage with government agencies and key stakeholders.
- Organize workshops, trainings, and technical meetings.
- Mentor project staff and support capacity-building initiatives.
- Ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
Educational Requirements for this Research Scientist Job:
- MBBS or BDS with a minimum of three years of post-qualification experience in public health, research, or related fields.
- MBBS/BDS with any of the following postgraduate qualifications:
- MPH
- MPH (Epidemiology)
- MD Community Medicine
- MD Preventive & Social Medicine
- Master’s in Public Health
- Equivalent postgraduate qualification
Skills Required:
- Knowledge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and One Health approaches.
- Expertise in epidemiological studies and surveillance systems.
- Understanding of infectious diseases and public health research.
- Quantitative and qualitative research methodology skills.
- Data management and statistical analysis expertise.
- Scientific writing and publication skills.
- Project coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
- Risk assessment and surveillance data interpretation skills.
- Training, mentoring, and capacity-building experience.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Experience Required for the Research Scientist Job:
- Experience in epidemiological studies and surveillance systems.
- Experience in infectious diseases, AMR, One Health, or implementation research.
- Experience coordinating multicentric or multisectoral research projects.
- Demonstrated scientific writing experience with peer-reviewed publications.
- Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection methodologies.
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and surveillance data interpretation.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement, policy translation, and research dissemination.
Benefits of the Research Scientist Job:
- Opportunity to work on a nationally significant One Health AMR project.
- Exposure to multidisciplinary public health and research collaborations.
- Involvement in surveillance, risk mapping, and policy-oriented research.
- Opportunities for scientific publications and presentations.
- Experience working with government agencies and national stakeholders.
- Professional growth in epidemiology, public health, and implementation research.
- Contribution to national efforts addressing antimicrobial resistance.
- Mentorship and leadership opportunities within a reputed research organization.
