- The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), a leading graduate school of management in Asia and an Institute of National Importance, invites applications for the position of Research Manager at the Centre for Health Economics and Policy.
- The Centre for Health Economics and Policy is an interdisciplinary research centre focused on strengthening health systems in India through rigorous, policy-relevant evidence. Its work spans universal health coverage, primary health care, health financing, digital health, and health-system strengthening.
- The Research Manager will provide day-to-day operational and delivery leadership for the Centre’s research programmes and projects, including planning, coordinating, and executing projects end-to-end. This involves managing timelines, deliverables, budgets, partners, and staff while ensuring high-quality research outputs and adherence to commitments to funders and partners.
- The role blends hands-on project management, research, and stakeholder coordination in a fast-growing, multi-stakeholder environment. Ideal candidates are proactive, well-organized professionals who can manage multiple deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Research Manager Position at Centre for Health Economics and Policy, IIMB
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Bangalore, Karnataka (remote work may be involved depending on project requirements)
Apply Deadline
03 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) (IIMB) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | The consultant fee will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role. |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in research or programme/project management, preferably in the health, public-policy, or development sectors. |
| Application Fee | • Summary: No explicit application fee mentioned in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Education: A postgraduate degree in Health Economics, Public Policy, Management, Statistics, Social Sciences, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in research or programme/project management, preferably in the health, public-policy, or development sectors.
- Track Record: Proven ability to manage research projects and coordinate multi-stakeholder deliverables to deadlines.
- Familiarity with India’s health systems and health-policy environment (desirable).
- Experience with grants administration, budgeting, and donor reporting (desirable).
- Strong organizational, coordination, and writing skills required.
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in research or programme/project management, preferably in the health, public-policy, or development sectors.
- Track Record: Proven ability to manage research projects and coordinate multi-stakeholder deliverables to deadlines.
- Familiarity with India’s health systems and health-policy environment (desirable).
- Experience with grants administration, budgeting, and donor reporting (desirable).
- Strong organizational, coordination, and writing skills required.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on application review by IIMB’s recruitment committee.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be intimated. No further details on selection criteria are specified in the notification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be intimated. No further details on selection criteria are specified in the notification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- 10th and 12th Marksheets.
- Diploma/Graduation: All semester-wise Marksheets and Final Degree/Graduation Certificate.
- Post-Graduation (if applicable): All semester-wise Marksheets and Final Post-Graduation Certificate.
- All experience letters.
- Recent 3 months’ pay slips or income proof.
- Training certificates (if applicable).
- Diploma/Graduation: All semester-wise Marksheets and Final Degree/Graduation Certificate.
- Post-Graduation (if applicable): All semester-wise Marksheets and Final Post-Graduation Certificate.
- All experience letters.
- Recent 3 months’ pay slips or income proof.
- Training certificates (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
• Summary: No explicit application fee mentioned in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Research Manager position at IIMB?
The last date to apply for the Research Manager position at IIMB is 3rd November 2026.
Q.
What is the minimum experience required for the Research Manager role?
The minimum experience required for the Research Manager role is 8-10 years in research or programme/project management, preferably in the health, public-policy, or development sectors.
Q.
What qualifications are required for the Research Manager position?
A postgraduate degree in Health Economics, Public Policy, Management, Statistics, Social Sciences, or a related field is required, with a Ph.D. preferred.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this position?
The notification does not specify an application fee for this position. The consultant fee will be determined based on qualifications and experience after selection.
Q.
Where will the selected candidate be posted?
The selected candidate will be posted at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), with potential remote work depending on project requirements.