BIRAC MPharma Officer Opportunity With Rs. 2.4 Lakh pm – Apply Online
BIRAC MPharma Officer Opportunity With Rs. 2.4 Lakh pm – Apply Online. Interested and eligible applicants can check out all of the details on the same below:
Vacancy Ref. No: BIRAC/PMU/VAC/135/Sept-2024
1. About the Mission:
The National Biopharma Mission is an Industry-Academia Collaborative Mission of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India for Accelerating Early Development for Biopharmaceuticals; to be implemented by Biotechnology Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)-a Public Sector Undertaking of DBT
Approved by the Government for implementation at a total cost US$ 250 million the Mission is co-funded 50% with World Bank loan assistance.
The Mission Programme is a Pan-India Programme with the main aim of making India a hub for design and development of novel, affordable and effective biopharmaceutical products and solutions. This Program would aid in enhancing India’s innovation research and product development capabilities, especially by focusing on development of vaccines, biologics and medical devices for combating public health concerns. The Program would aid academic researchers (through enhancing their translation capability); empower bio-entrepreneurs and SMEs (by decreased cost and risk during early stages of product development) and the industry (by elevating
their innovation quotient). Anticipated long term impact would benefit the Indian population at large benefit due to availability of affordable solutions and products relevant to Indian health needs.More details about the Mission Programme can be seen at website BIRAC (Mission Document)
2. About the Implementation Agency:
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) a Public Sector Undertaking of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, and Government of India has been entrusted the responsibility of implementing this Program. It will house the Program Management Unit (PMU) that would work as an operational and functional arm to oversee and monitor program implementation.
The qualifications and experience required and other terms and conditions for empanelment are given below:
BIRAC is inviting applications from qualified, experienced and ambitious professionals for the following position:
Vacancy Ref No. BIRAC/PMU/VAC/135/Sept-2024
Position: Senior Program Officer – Clinical Trial Network
Position Code: SPO-09
No of Position: 01 [One]
Scale of Pay: The consolidated remuneration shall be fixed between Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 2,40,000/- per month depending on the experience and qualifications.
Job Description: The Sr. Program Officer (SPO) will serve in the Program Management Unit for the National Biopharma Mission program at BIRAC. Reporting to the Program Manager, PMU, the SPO will get the opportunity to contribute to the establishment of hospital-based clinical trials networks. The SPO will be responsible for interacting with all the applicants funded under NBM for monitoring the hospital sites in the networks, ensuring the establishment of systems and processes complying with GCP guidelines. The SPO will also be expected to manage the grants/contracts as part of a team for various projects supported under the Mission.
The appointment shall be under ‘Contract for Service’ initially for a period of three (03) years or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier. The present duration of the project is till June 2025. Renewal of the contract shall depend on the extension of the project or the need for continuance of service, based on satisfactory performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinating with stakeholders involved in establishing the clinical trial network and ensuring the quality checks on the disease registry being implemented by the sites.
- Responsibilities for Implementation of the Mission Program, which includes ensuring monitoring of all grantees of your focus area by both technical and financial experts, working closely with the Scientific and Technical Advisory groups for project review, and supervising grant management activities.
- Working with Legal and Finance to get all necessary contracts and agreements ready.
- Coordination and administration of all aspects of new and ongoing projects including planning and implementation.
- Ensure timely execution of all activities.
- Responsible for supporting the organization of investigators’ meetings, interactions, and advisory group discussions, including international conferences and workshops.
- In addition to scientific expertise, the Program Officer must also bring passion, humility, and critical thinking for the unique problems and questions relevant to BIRAC’s mission.
- Prepare and implement an effective communication and outreach strategy.
- Work and communicate with grantees and key stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- M.Sc./M.Pharma/BDS/MBBS in Life Sciences/Biological Science/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry/ Biotechnology.
- Diploma or degree in clinical research.
Desirable:
- MD/MDS/PhD in Life Sciences/Biological Science/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry/ Biotechnology.
- Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communications in a broad and diverse audience on a range of complex technical issues.
- Demonstrated strong planning and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated capacity and experience to handle collaboration within an organization and with external partners, as well as the ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy as part of a team effort.
- Ability to organize/prioritize work and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands.
- Proactive and flexible nature with reliable follow-through and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and in a cooperative and collegial fashion.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience as a clinical research associate in a company or not-for-profit organization or as a clinical trial coordinator at a trial site.
Age Limit: 35 Years as on the closing date of the application.
How to Apply:
Employees of Central / State Govts and or other CPSEs should send a copy of their applications through proper channel in a sealed envelope at below mentioned address:-
Head [Human Resource & Administration]
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)
5th Floor, NSIC Business Park,
NSIC Bhawan,Okhla Industrial Estate,
New Delhi – 110020
Last date of submission of application: 03 October, 2024
Notwithstanding anything contained herein or elsewhere; the decisions taken by BIRAC shall be binding upon all concerned.
In case of any query, drop an email to : [email protected]
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