Academic Association

Nurturing the next generation of global health leaders through rigorous academic programs and hands-on training.

PhD Program

IIGH through its collaborating partners facilitate PhD programs. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit INCLEN research themes and identify an area of their interest. They could either contact the faculty members directly by visiting our network directory or through Executive Office by filling the application form below.

Collaborating Universities

Presently in India, IIGH is collaborating with the following universities for hosting PhD or postdoctoral programs:

Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi
Sri Ram Chandra University, Chennai

Research Linkage

Students are linked to any one of the ongoing research projects of IIGH and are encouraged to frame their thesis aligned with project objectives.

JRF Candidates

Students with Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) are encouraged to develop a synopsis/research idea in agreement with IIGH objectives.

IGNOU Recognized Research Centre

In addition we are also recognized as a research center (RRC) by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and will be supporting student thesis.

Kindly Note

“Those who are interested in pursuing a PhD must work in one of INCLEN research project for a minimum of One Year as a Research Staff.”

How to Apply

  • 1 Contact faculty members directly via the Network Directory.
  • 2 Apply through the IIGH Executive Office.
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Masters Program

INCLEN collaborates with various universities to offer dissertation support and practical training for Masters students in Public Health, Epidemiology, and Biostatistics.

Students gain hands-on experience in real-world public health challenges, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

MPH Dissertation

Complete your Master of Public Health dissertation with guidance from our experienced mentors.

Field Attachments

Short-term field exposures to understand data collection and community engagement.

Internship

INCLEN Institute of Global Health (IIGH) invites students across the globe to do internships in our projects. The overarching goal is to promote academic, career and personal developments.

Internship Tracks

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Work Experience Internship (Mid Career Internship)

The placement can be from 3 months to 24 months. During this period the candidate is expected to enhance the skills he/she acquired in their career (work experience) and tailor it towards real life global health situations. This program helps candidate to identify his/her personal development plan and equip them with skills to pursue independent research in future. This program is also ideal for candidates who want to establish a career as faculty members.

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Dissertation Internship

The placement can be from 4 weeks to 12 weeks. This internship is primarily oriented for students from different academic backgrounds. During this internship a student is expected to do research under supervision as per the priority of the IIGH activities. The student can choose a topic within the thematic areas or on an area outside the purview of IIGH, with prior approval. Graduates, post graduates or doctoral students from any discipline related to health or public health are eligible to apply under this stream.

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Courses & Training

Leadership and Management Program (LAMP)

The Leadership and Management Program (LAMP) is INCLEN’s flagship capacity-building initiative, running successfully since 2012, with a clear mission: to nurture the next generation of leaders in health research.

"LAMP is designed to strengthen national health research capacity by equipping mid-career and emerging professionals with the leadership, strategic management, and research skills required to drive impactful health outcomes and influence policy."

Program Overview

LAMP is an intensive 15-day residential program that follows a proven “Fact – Reflect – Act” learning framework.

Fact

Participants are introduced to contemporary leadership concepts, strategic management principles, and global best practices.

Reflect

Through guided exercises and group work, participants critically reflect on their leadership styles and challenges.

Act

Each participant develops a personal leadership development plan to translate insights into actionable strategies.

Unique Learning Experience

A distinctive highlight is the “Meet the Leader” series, engaging directly with eminent leaders from India and across the globe.

6-8 Leaders
Global Perspectives

Course Structure

Pre-course assignments
14 modules on leadership
Research methodology module

Transform Your Leadership Journey

Apply for LAMP to lead innovative, ethical, and impactful health research.

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Field Epidemiology

Comprehensive training focused on the practical application of epidemiological methods in field settings. This program is designed for health professionals involved in disease surveillance and outbreak investigation.

Outbreak Investigation

Hands-on training in detecting, investigating, and responding to disease outbreaks in various settings.

Surveillance

Skills to design, implement, and evaluate public health surveillance systems for early warning.

Geospatial Epidemiology

Harnessing the power of location data to understand health patterns. This training covers Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis techniques for public health.

Core Modules

  • Introduction to GIS software (QGIS/ArcGIS)
  • Spatial data collection and management
  • Mapping disease distribution and health resources
  • Spatial statistics and cluster analysis

Niche Training

Specialized workshops addressing specific, high-demand areas in health research and policy.

Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analysis

Conducting rigorous evidence synthesis to inform guidelines.

Bioethics in Research

Navigating ethical challenges in human subject research.

Qualitative Research Methods

A deep dive into qualitative inquiry to understand the 'why' and 'how' of health behaviors and systems.

"Not everything that counts can be counted."

Training Areas

In-Depth Interviews (IDI)
Focus Group Discussions (FGD)
Thematic Analysis
Qualitative Software (e.g., NVivo)

Fellowships

Opportunities for researchers, students, and professionals to spend time at INCLEN institutions to gain specific skills or exposure.

Short-Term Observership

For professionals seeking brief exposure (2-4 weeks) to specific research projects or laboratory techniques.

Duration: 2-4 Weeks

Research Fellowships

Longer-term engagements for conducting substantial research work under mentorship.

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