Job Description

Community Empowerment Lab (CEL), Lucknow

Position: Senior Qualitative Researcher:

Maternal and Child Health with Expertise in Lactation and KMC

Location: Lucknow

About Community Empowerment La

CEL is a community-entrenched & impact-focused research & innovation organization of global repute. We have been embedded in rural Uttar Pradesh since 2003 and have made seminal contributions to the science of advancing mother and infant health and early child development, as well as to global and national policy. Our mission is to place mothers at the heart of human development and nurture them so that they can nurture the future of humanity. We do so by first understanding the workings and needs of these communities, then we co-design solutions with them that are eventually tested through Trials/Experiments. The scientific findings from these Trials/Experiments are then scaled to influence state, national and global policies and are implemented within the community.

Our core is focused on Newborn Survival & Maternal Health, Health system strengthening and Early Childhood Development. Therefore, all our initiatives are aligned to solve the local and global challenges faced by newborns and mothers.

About the Position

We are building a dedicated formative research team to gather deep, high-quality insights on maternal & child indicators influencing adverse health outcomes. As a part of this, we are currently seeking a highly skilled, experienced and motivated Senior Qualitative Researcher who will be entrusted with overseeing and leading qualitative activities, contributing significantly to our research endeavors. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in lactation, Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC), and related subjects to contribute to our upcoming projects. Given our study area's predominant use of Hindi as the native language, proficiency in both Hindi and the local dialect is highly desirable for effective communication with participants. Additionally, strong English proficiency is crucial for formal communication, particularly with international partners and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the Qualitative Research projects & team:

Direct, design and develop qualitative research methodologies, including in-depth interviews (IDI) and focus group discussions (FGD) and their implementation plan.

Design/co-design the solutions from the qualitative findings and incorporate them.

Lead and streamline the activities of the qualitative research team.

Mentor and guide junior researchers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning within the research team.

Qualitative Design & Development:

Design and create qualitative research tools, including IDI and FGD guides, bringing in the expertise of specific components of lactation, Kangaroo Mother Care, and related topics, where applicable.

Data Collection and Analysis:

Oversee and conduct qualitative data collection, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of participant experiences and perspectives.

Analyze qualitative data using rigorous methodologies and software, employing coding, thematic analysis, and other qualitative analysis techniques.

Project Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate qualitative components seamlessly into ongoing and upcoming projects.

Rapport-building and engagement with stakeholders at various levels.

Consolidation and Dissemination of findings:

Synthesize research findings into actionable insights, compelling narratives, and data-driven recommendations for the internal team as well as stakeholders.

Actively contribute to paper writing and dissemination efforts, ensuring the effective communication of qualitative insights

Travel: Willingness for travel, both locally and out of the city as per requirement.

Educational Qualification: Ph.D. or equivalent proven experience as a Qualitative researcher (minimum 5 years) after pursuing Master’s degree from a reputed university in Public health, food sciences/ Nutrition, Social Science or related field.

Qualification and Experience

Proven record of conducting qualitative research studies in a professional setting, with at least 5 years of experience.

Expertise in a variety of qualitative research techniques, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, ethnography, TIPS and observational research.

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in qualitative data analysis software/or coding tools.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.

Leadership experience preferred, with a proven ability to mentor and develop junior researchers.

Exceptional writing skills with a preference for candidates possessing a track record of prior publications in high-impact factor journals

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex findings into clear, actionable insights and compelling narratives.

Application Procedure:

If this sounds like you, then do apply for this position as follows

Submit a short cover letter outlining your reasons for applying, expressing your interest in Maternal-Newborn Health, and showing your enthusiasm to work with the Community Empowerment Lab.

Your updated detailed Resume with a recent photograph.

Note: Please include your current and desired salary expectations, as well as your anticipated start date, in your cover letter.

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