SJRI Bangalore Project Scientist Opening on ICMR RESTORE-DFU RCT Project

Project Research Scientist -I (Non Medical) - ICMR RESTORE-DFU RCT Project 

Location: Bangalore 

Employment Type: Contract  

Experience: minimum of 2 years of experience in centrally coordinating multicentre studies, preferably randomize 

Job Summary: To evaluate the effectiveness of Topical Oxygen Therapy (TOT) and combined  regenerative therapy (local insulin injection plus autologous Platelet Rich Fibrin [PRF]), alone and in combination, in improving wound healing and long-term clinical outcomes among patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). The study will assess their effects on time to complete wound closure, ulcer recurrence, amputation, quality of life, safety, and cost-effectiveness over a 12-month follow-up period.  This will be a 4 treatment arm, open label, 8 centre trial, with a net sample size of 252 patients. Patients will be followed up for a year from baseline.  

Salary : Rs. 72,800/- p.m 

Key Responsibilities: The Non-medical project research scientist will serve as the Central Scientific and Program Coordinator and will support the PI & Co-PI and study teams across all 8 participating centers in the overall coordination and conduct of the study. 

The responsibilities will include:  

Conducting literature searches, summarizing medical evidence in the area of study. 

Assisting Investigators in the preparation, compilation, and maintenance of essential study documents.  

Coordinating regulatory and ethical requirements, including IEC submissions, regulatory correspondence, and CTRI registration. 

Assisting with study budget management and monitoring fund utilization. 

Support the reporting, documentation and causality assessment of adverse events. 

Overseeing adherence to standard operating procedures. 

Supervising data management and monitoring data quality and completeness across study sites. 

Supporting the preparation and submission of periodic study progress reports and other required reports. 

Monitoring study timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely completion of study activities. 

Maintaining and organizing study-related documentation and ensuring proper record keeping. 

Facilitating communication and coordination between centers 

Identifying operational issues or protocol-related concerns and coordinating appropriate corrective and preventive actions, in consultation with the Investigators. 

Eligibility Criteria: 

Preferred Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree in applied sciences, including the integrated PG degrees  

Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in centrally coordinating multicentre studies, preferably randomized controlled trials. Freshers will not be considered.  

Preferred Language: English (proficiency in reading, writing and speaking), Hindi and Kannada with good communication skills.   

Tentative Date of Joining : 15th October 2026  

To Apply: E-mail cover letter and curriculum vitae with 3 references (names and email addresses / phone numbers) by on or before 6th October 2026  to kamath.deepak@sjri.res.in & cc to hr@sjri.res.in

More Info: https://www.stjohns.in/careers/project-research-scientist-i-non-medical-icmr-restore-dfu-rct-project

Subscribe our X Channel or Linkedin to get Latest and more updates: Join Now!

To Get All Updates from helpBIOTECH, Subscribe Now by Email