Reports to: Director, Institute of AgeCare Research
(IAR)

Location: New Delhi

Tenure: 3 years (annual contract, renewable based on
performance and budget availability)

Role
Overview

The
Junior Researcher will be an integral part of IAR’s multidisciplinary research
team, providing critical support for data-driven studies on ageing in India.
This position offers exposure to all facets of gerontology research—fieldwork,
analysis, and knowledge dissemination—while ensuring compliance with high
ethical standards. The Junior Researcher will work closely with senior researchers
and other members to generate evidence, develop policy insights, and advance
HelpAge India’s commitment to high-impact, inclusive research.

Key Responsibilities

· Research Support & Data
Collection

o Assist in conducting primary research, including
administering field surveys, collecting qualitative and quantitative data, and
supporting interviews on issues like geriatric health, elder abuse, digital
inclusion, and social security gaps.





o Maintain accurate records of research activities and ensure
data integrity during collection and entry processes.

· Data Analysis & Reporting

o Support the analysis of program data, helping to identify
beneficiary feedback, best practices, and implementation challenges for
ageing-related projects.

o Participate in the preparation and review of policy papers,
research reports, newsletters, and presentations under guidance from senior
team members.

o Contribute to the maintenance and organization of IAR’s data
repository and digital knowledge portal.

· Research Administration &
Knowledge Sharing

o Help track research KPIs and outputs using monitoring and
evaluation (M&E;) frameworks developed by the Institute.

o Assist with organization and logistics for seminars,
workshops, fellowships, and team-oriented forums focused on ageing research.

o Prepare and draft materials for internal and external
knowledge dissemination, ensuring clarity and professional

📌 Junior Researcher (Delhi)
🏢 HelpAge India
📍 Delhi