Research Associate (Life Sciences)

This is a research-oriented and scientific communication position, with significant exposure to cancer biology, clinical research, Ayurveda, evidence-based medicine, scientific literature and integrative oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research & Literature Review:

Conduct systematic and targeted literature searches using scientific databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus and other relevant databases.

Review and critically evaluate scientific literature related to cancer biology, oncology, Ayurveda, pharmacology, immunology, nutrition, and integrative medicine.

2. Scientific Writing:

Convert complex scientific and clinical information into clear, scientifically accurate language.

Develop scientifically referenced content for books, patient education materials, physician resources, websites, and institutional publications.

3. Cancer & Biomedical Research:

Develop a strong understanding of cancer biology, carcinogenesis, tumor progression, metastasis, tumor microenvironment, immunology, cancer metabolism, biomarkers, diagnostics, and treatment modalities.

Assist in research projects involving Ayurvedic approaches to cancer care and their possible correlation with contemporary biomedical concepts.

4. AyurvedaModern Science Integration:

Research and document Ayurvedic concepts relevant to cancer care while maintaining a clear distinction between traditional Ayurvedic concepts and established biomedical evidence.

Identify areas where Ayurvedic concepts, clinical observations, and modern scientific evidence can be meaningfully discussed together.

Required Skills:

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Life Sciences with 2–3 years of relevant research, scientific writing, clinical research or biomedical research experience.

Strong understanding of cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, cancer biology, immunology, and basic biochemistry.

Good knowledge of research methodology and scientific literature evaluation.

Strong scientific writing and editing skills.

Ability to critically interpret scientific papers rather than simply summarize them.

Familiarity with biomedical research terminology and clinical research concepts.

Ability to perform structured literature searches and identify credible sources.

Good understanding of scientific referencing and citation practices.

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies or unsupported claims.

Ability to work with clinical and laboratory data.

Good verbal and written communication skills in the English, Telugu & Hindi added advantage

Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, researchers and multidisciplinary teams.