Good News for PharmD Graduates in India : Guess what??

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I'm glad to share this great news with you, upon consistent efforts of the Association for Doctor of Pharmacy (ADP), PharmD Doctor's Welfare Association (PWDA) and all other PharmD associations, since years in India, we have moved way forward in achieving a great milestone in the career path.

Introduction: In recent times, governments around the world have acknowledged the significance of healthcare professionals and the evolving nature of the pharmaceutical industry. As a testament to their commitment to enhancing public health, many governments have taken a commendable step by including Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) as an eligibility criterion for various government positions. This progressive decision not only recognizes the unique expertise possessed by PharmD graduates but also ensures the provision of quality healthcare services to the citizens. In this blog, we will delve into the reasons why this move is worthy of appreciation. 

You might have aware that Central Research Institutes/Organizations like the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India (GoI); Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR); Center for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB); Department of Science and Technology (DST); Department of Biotechnology (DBT) etc., and autonomous grant-in-aid institutions like Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India (GoI) have offered several temporary scientific positions and fellowships for PharmD graduates considering our clinical and scientific skills. I personally was shortlisted for more than 5 Scientific positions (Scientist-B, Scientist-C, Scientist -D, Scientific Consultant, Associate Consultant) etc., in such research organizations. 

Enhancing Healthcare Delivery: The inclusion of PharmD as an eligibility criterion for research and scientific positions demonstrates a proactive approach to improving healthcare delivery. Pharmacists play a crucial role in healthcare teams, acting as medication experts and providing valuable insights into drug therapy. With their specialized training in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutics, PharmD graduates possess a deep understanding of drug-related issues and can effectively contribute to medication safety initiatives. By including PharmD graduates in such government positions, their extensive knowledge and skills, enhance the quality of healthcare services, help minimize adverse drug reactions, prevent medication errors, and promote optimal drug utilization, ultimately safeguarding the well-being of the public. The ability of pharmacists to analyze complex medication regimens, manage drug interactions, and offer patient counseling contributes significantly to improving patient outcomes.

Healthcare Policy Development: Government positions often involve policy-making and strategic planning for healthcare systems. Including PharmD graduates in these roles brings a unique perspective to the table. PharmD graduates are trained not only in clinical pharmacy but also in areas such as pharmacoeconomics, health outcomes research, and health policy. Their comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry allows them to contribute to evidence-based decision-making, drug pricing policies, and healthcare cost containment strategies. The inclusion of PharmD as an eligibility criterion thus enriches the pool of professionals involved in shaping healthcare policies, leading to more informed and effective strategies.

News for today: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released a memorandum amending Rule No. 14 and Schedule III of the ICMR, HSRC rules, 2007 communicated by DHR to inlude PharmD as eligibility criteria for various scientific positions along with other graduate and post-graduate qualifications. 

• Scientist - B with Pay level 10 (Rs. 56100-177500) Pre-revised GP: Rs. 5400/-
• Scientist - C with Pay level 11 (Rs. 67700-208700) Pre-revised GP: Rs. 6600/-
• Scientist - D with Pay level 12 (Rs. 78800-209200) Pre-revised GP: Rs. 7600/-
• Scientist - E with Pay level 13 (Rs. 123100-215900) Pre-revised GP: Rs. 8700/-
• Scientist - F with Pay level 13A (Rs. 131100-216600) Pre-revised GP: Rs. 8900/-
• Scientist - G with Pay level 14 (Rs. 144200-218200) Pre-revised GP: Rs. 10000/-

The complete document can be accessed through this weblink: HSRC amendment rules - PharmD

Health Technology Assessment in India (HTAIn) and DHR ICMR Advanced Molecular Oncology Diagnostic Services (DIAMOnDS), Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). Government of India (GoI) has identified the following  institutes as Technical Partners of HTAIn, so far, with a physical target of 125 scientific projects.

1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
2. National Institute of Medical Statistics (NIMS), New Delhi
3. National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi
4. Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), New Delhi
5. Institute of Economic Growth (IEG), New Delhi
6. Indian Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR), Jaipur
7. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mumbai
8. National AIDS Research Institute (NARI), Pune
9. Indian Institute of Public Health (IIPH), Bhubaneswar
10. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Chennai

PharmD graduates were recognised as eligible personnel for the following scientific and technical positions in these projects:

1. Scientist D (Non - Medical) - Rs. 78,000/- per month + HRA
2. Senior Project Officer/ Senior Research Officer - Rs. 78,000/- per month + HRA
3. Research Officer - depends on project
4. Research Associate - depends on project
5. Field Supervisor - depends on project
6. Field Investigator/ Field Officer - Rs. 30,000 - 32,000/- + HRA

The complete document can be accessed through this weblink: HTAIn ICMR guidelines 2021

Career Opportunities for PharmD Graduates: By recognizing PharmD as an eligibility criterion for scientific positions, governments open up a broader range of career opportunities for PharmD graduates. This move encourages more students to pursue the PharmD program, attracting talented individuals to the pharmacy profession. The availability of government positions creates a positive outlook for aspiring pharmacists and strengthens the profession by acknowledging its significance in public health.

Conclusion: The inclusion of PharmD as an eligibility criterion for government positions is a commendable decision that signifies it's commitment to improving public health. By recognizing the expertise of PharmD graduates and providing them with opportunities to contribute to healthcare policy, medication safety, and interprofessional collaboration, governments pave the way for a more robust and effective healthcare system. This step not only benefits patients but also fosters professional growth, scientific evidence and enhances the role of pharmacists in society. It is imperative to appreciate and support such progressive initiatives that acknowledge the evolving nature of healthcare and the indispensable role of PharmD professionals.

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Clinical Pharmacy In India: Insights in an International Magazine

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I'm glad to share my interview published in an International Magazine "Leckarnicke Listy" in March 2018. 

Thank you #Dr. Peter Krajcovic, PhD for the interview.

Disclaimer: This interview was originally conducted in a foreign language during my visit to a few European countries and it is further translated to the English version, hence English grammatical errors and vocabulary can be exempted. 

Dr. Deepak Kumar Bandari, PharmD : Short Profile

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Dr. Deepak Kumar Bandari, PharmD, (PhD) (Europe)

Research Scientist, ICMR-NICPR, Noida.

Current Position: National

1) Project Research Scientist - Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) - National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research (NICPR), Noida and Delhi. 

Project: AccEEND TB, India.

2) Board of Studies Member - Master’s in Clinical Research and Experimental Medicine, School of Allied and Health Sciences, Malla Reddy University, Hyderabad.

3) Book reviewer - BSP Publications, Pharma Med Press and Kakatiya Publications.

Current Position: International
PhD Researcher and Early Stage Researcher participant
Project: FIP 7 programme of EuroAgeism H2020 project, involving 13 European and Non-European countries.

Early-Stage Researcher (ESR) Participant, Euro Ageism H2020, Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Králové, Charles University, Europe.

Thesis: Polypharmacy and comparison of differences in potentially inappropriate prescribing in India, Ethiopia, and European countries.
Projects and Grants handled: 

• Project: FIP 7 programme of EuroAgeism H2020 project, involving 13 European and Non-European countries.

Grant: European Commission, FIP7 program Euro Ageism H2020-764632-MSCA-ITN supported by the scientific group “Ageing and Changes in the Therapeutic Values of Drugs in the Aged”, Charles University, Progress Programme Q42, SVV program 260 417.
Total Finance - 232 422,48 EU (Detailed budget - not disclosed)
EU Consortium: Israel, Czech Republic (CZ), UK, Poland, Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Belgium.
Participating countries: Czech Republic, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Turkey, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, India, Ethiopia.
Collaborating Institutions: Alliance Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (AL), EMDA – The Alzheimer’s Association Israel (AAI), European Centre for Social Welfare Policy and Research (Euro Centre), National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG), United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and World Health Organization (WHO).

• Project No. START/MED/093

Thesis: Rational geriatric pharmacotherapy, medication errors and clinical pharmacy services in long-term care.
Total Finance - 2,299,968 CZK (Personal cost-1,353,600; Mentor remuneration-40,000; Travel costs-361,000; Training costs- 120,000; Costs of non-investment equipment, materials etc. - 80,000; Overhead costs - 345,368)
Grant: Charles University, Research Unit “Ageing, Polypharmacy and Changes in the Therapeutic Value of Drugs in the AgeD”, United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and World Health Organization, University of Zagreb, Croatia, University of Belgrade.

Previous Positions: National

1)Project Technical Support - III (Field Investigator) - Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) - National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Hyderabad, India. 

Project: Strengthening the Monitoring of Tuberculosis Elimination in India - District Level Sentenial Survey (DLSS), India.

2) Associate Consultant (Epidemiology and Outcomes Research) - Bridge Medical Consulting Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi. 

3) Team Leader - Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) – National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Hyderabad, India.

Project: National Sero-surveillance to monitor the trend of SARS-CoV-2 infection transmission in India.

4) Investigator (Field) - Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) – National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis (NIRT), Chennai, India.

Project: National survey for the state-wise prevalence of microbiologically confirmed pulmonary tuberculosis in India.

5) Assistant Professor and Clinical Preceptor: Vaagdevi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Warangal, India. 

No. of Research Publications: 18
Cumulative Impact Factor: 153
Number of Citations: 3000+

h-index: 14; i-10 index: 15 

Awarded grants: Total 7 (International: 6, National: 1)
Achievements: Total 9 (International: 5, National: 4)
My Interviews in Magazines and Newsletters: 3 (International: 2, National: 1)

Scientific presentations: (International: 11, National: 8)
Book reviews: 9 (International: 2, National: 7)
Guest Lectures: Total 3 (International: 1, National: 2)
Editorial member and reviewer: 8
Certification courses: Total 10 (2 - Stanford University, 8 - National and International Organizations)
Countries affiliated: USA, Italy, Poland, Slovak Republic, The Czech Republic, Germany, Hong Kong and 10 other European countries.

International collaborative research: Early Stage Researcher participant in the FIP 7 programme of EuroAgeism H2020 project under Marie-Curie Innovative Network and EU COST Action IS1402 network aimed at describing main prescribing problems in rational geriatric pharmacotherapy in 13 European and Non- European countries (including India and Ethiopia). 

Collaborating Institutions: Alliance: Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (AL), EMDA – The Alzheimer’s Association Israel (AAI), European Centre for Social Welfare Policy and Research (EuroCentre), National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG), United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and World Health Organization (WHO).

Remarkable Achievements:

1. Award and Position: Early Stage Researcher (ESR) participant in the network of FIP7 EuroAgeism H2020 – ITN project, European Commission.
2. Reviewer: Acknowledged in Davidson’s Principles and Practice of Medicine textbook, 23rd Edition, 2018; Elsevier publishers ISBN: 9780702070280.
3. Personal interview: “I expect the 8-star Pharmacist Concept of World Health Organization will come true in India in the Future” published in an International Magazine “Lekarnicke Listy”, March 2018, Bratislava, Slovak Republic.
4. Best reviewer award: Textbook of Hutchison’s Clinical Methods 23rd International Edition by Michael Glynn &William Drake. Saunders Publishers, UK ISBN: 978-0-7020-4091
5. ERASMUS+ Student Mobility: Internship in various European countries.

A few other Achievements:

1. Award and Interview: Winner of “Ideathon” First Nobel Prize Series in India, Department of Biotechnology, India. Interview entitled “Pharmacist Nobel Prize Series: Science Impacts Lives – The Pride of India”, Indian Pharmaceutical Association – Community Pharmacy Division (IPA - CPD) e-Times 6 (2), March – April 2017.

2. Story of Success (2017): Published by Elsevier, as a part of the budding Medicos National contest.

3. Elsevier Student Ambassador (ESA) and Mentor’ for South Asia from July 2014 to June 2016.

4. Felicitation and award: Special Faculty Achievement Award at Viswambhara Educational Society Silver Jubilee Celebrations, March 2018, Warangal, India.

5. Award: Pharmacy Practice contribution award on World Pharmacist’s Day, 25th September 2017 for the successful delivery of an invited lecture on the Prescriptive role of Clinical Pharmacist in Ambulatory Care at Deccan School of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, India.

Acknowledgement: 

• I thank Prof. Daniela Fialova, PharmD, PhD, BCCP; Chair of the Horizon 2020 EuroAgeism FIP7 program; Head of the University Centre of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University; Department of Social and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University, Department of Geriatrics and Gerontology,1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Czech Republic.
• Dr Akshaya Srikanth Bhagavathula, PharmD, PhD; Associate Professor of Epidemiology, Department of Public Health, North Dakota State University, United States of America. 
• Prof. Yamsani Madhusudan Rao, M.Pharm, PhD; Director, Vaagdevi group of Pharmacy Colleges, Warangal, India for their valuable guidance and support throughout my career.

 

BIRAC Appreciation Grant - 1 Lakh for any graduate

Applications need to be submitted online only. Call for applications will be invited against advertisement by SITARE Partner. Format of application with Statement of Purpose can be accessed through the website. Selected students will be informed 3 weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Tentative months for the conduct of BIIS Workshops: February, June and December.

Process for submitting the proposals online is detailed below: Log on to the BIRAC website www.birac.nic.in

• If you are a registered user, log-in using the credentials, else you need to register yourself as an individual by clicking on New User Registration. In case of new user registration, a computer-generated password would be sent to the email-id provided at the time of registration. 
• The password can be changed later. Once you log in, you would be navigated to the page displaying SITARE-BIIS link. Click on the SITARE-BIIS application link under Programmes and the active call would be highlighted.
• Click on the active call against which you wish to submit the proposal.

Selection will be based on the Statement of Purpose (SoP) submitted by the Student. Key factors for selection of applications include:

• Originality (40%)
• Clarity of Purpose (20%)
• Implementation Plan (15%)
• Potential impact (15%)

For more details check out:  Official website

Scientific Positions @ National Institute of Biologicals

Scientific Positions @ National Institute of Biologicals

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PhD program for Qualified Candidates - NIPER, Hyderabad

Opportunities for CSIR/ICMR/DBT/UGC JRF qualified candidates to join NIPER Hyderabad.

Applications are invited from interested, motivated and enthusiastic CSIR/ICMR/DBT/UGC JRF qualified candidates with excellent academic record for the Ph.D. 

Program at NIPER Hyderabad to carry out cutting-edge research in various pharma disciplines for the session 2019-2020. 

Candidates for admission to the Ph.D. program shall have a Master’s degree/ M.Pharm with at least 55% of marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade. 

Eligible candidates may kindly send their resumes enclosed with copies of all relevant certificates to director.niperhyd@gov.in

Various positions @ NIPER Hyderabad

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SUMMER INTERNSHIP

NIPER-Hyderabad is an Institute of National Importance in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management, invites applications from highly motivated and committed students

Departments :

Students for “SUMMER INTERNSHIP” in the following departments.

Medicinal Chemistry

Pharmaceutical Analysis

Pharmacology and Toxicology

Regulatory Toxicology

Pharmaceutics

Process Chemistry

Pharmaceutical Management

Duration of the course::

2 months (1st June - 30th July)

6 months (Preferably 1 st July - 31st December)

Fee structure:

Rs. 10,000/- for 2 months internship

Rs. 25,000/- for 6 months project

Notification commencement: Throughout the year

Application procedure: Click here to apply online

Payment Details:

Mode of Payment: The payment can be made through online.

Bank Account Name: NIPERH RESOURCES

Bank Name: State Bank of India (IDPL Colony Branch)

Bank A/c No.: 37787539689

IFSC Code: SBIN0020245

Eligibility criteria: Students who are pursuing their Graduation/post-graduation and have finished their 1st year of Graduation/Post-graduation (Marks sheet should be enclosed). Pursuing post graduation in the field of Pharmaceutical/Chemical/Life Sciences leading to M.Pharm./M.S./M.Sc/M.Tech/M.B.A degree from any recognized Indian University. Bonafide Certificate from the Head of the Department or Head of the institution.
One Page Curriculum vitae/bio-data of the student

Based on the merit, the students will be shortlisted and intimated via e-mail.
The students need to fill the Application Form for Summer Training available on NIPER website and furnish all relevant information/documents as mentioned in the application form

Note: No accommodation and transportation facility will be provided. The selected candidates have to deposit the fee before joining.

Contact Details:

Dr. N. Shankaraiah, Associate Professor

Phone: +91-40-23074750 (Ext. No: 2021 or 2009)

E-mail.: shankar.niperhyd@gov.in

Story of Success - Published by Elsevier

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Thank you for blogging with us. I'm glad to share my story of success published by Elsevier.Thank you #ElsevierIndia for your kind encouragement. 

Nobel Prize Series : India

I'm elated to share an article published regarding my achievement in Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA) CPD e-times today, Vol 6, Issue 2, page 12. Thanks to Mrs. Manjiri Gharat, for recognising my efforts and encouraging young pharmacists. Credits: Dr. AkshayaSrikanth, the man behind my success, Prof. Y. Madhusudan Rao, the Legend behind my strength.

Swachh Pharmacy : Request to all the Pharmacists

A Humble request to all the Pharmacy Fraternity..!!!

Dear Pharmacy Professionals, 

I'm writing this to you with due respect to spare 2min of your valuable time for a better cause of our profession. 

For a Better Profession

I'm Dr. Deepak Kumar, PharmD; from Vaagdevi College of Pharmacy, Warangal; a Noble Prize Series Winner - 2017, as a part of this series (January 9 -13, 2017), I have an opportunity to meet our Honourable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi Ji and I would like to submit a representation on behalf of all Pharmacy Fraternity. 

We are making sincere efforts to incorporate all the issues of our profession, a clear draft is being made with a request to introduce the strategies that could improve the quality of profession in all areas for Future Generation Pharmacists with a motto of "Swachh Pharmacy". 

As you all are well experienced and are expertise in Pharmacy Education, I request you all to come out with suggestions and discuss problems you have come across in your career. We shall all work together for a better profession that could help us grow and build a platform to be an Eight Star Pharmacist (WHO concept). 

Please share all your professional emotions, feelings, strategies and suggestions that could add a valuable point in our draft. Kindly write an email to us (no later than 5th January 2017): laxmideepak.pharma@gmail.com

Kindly share this message among all the pharmacists.

Thanking you in anticipation.

Regards, 

Dr.Deepak Kumar Bandari, PharmD 

Elsevier Student Ambassador for South Asia.

UNICEF Internship Programme 2016 - Generic Vacancy Announcement

Purpose of the UNICEF Internship Programme

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.

The UNICEF Internship Programme offers qualified and eligible students at both Headquarters (HQ) and Country Offices (CO) the unique opportunity to acquire direct practical experience in UNICEF's work and the United Nations system under the direct supervision of experienced UNICEF staff.

Internships are offered depending on the availability of meaningful assignments and the needs and capacity of units/offices to receive and supervise interns. UNICEF is active in various functional areas related to its mandate, which can be categorized in three main pillars: Programme and Policy, External Relations and Operations. 

Eligibility Requirements

1. At the time I would like to start my internship with UNICEF, I will be enrolled in a graduate (Master's) degree or undergraduate (Bachelor's) degreel; and
2. I will have completed at least two years of full-time studies towards completion of my undergraduate degree.
3. I have excellent academic performance and can demonstrate it by my recent university or other academic institution records.
4. I am proficient in at least one of UNICEF's working languages (English, French or Spanish) and fluent in the working language of the office I am interested to work in.

Please note: Additional consideration will be given to any past professional experience.

If you could answer 'yes' to all the above listed requirements, you are highly encouraged to apply now to UNICEF's internship database!

If you would like to be eligible to start your internship in 2017, please apply between 1 November 2016 and 30 September 2017.

Please keep in mind: Even if you meet these qualifications, there is no guarantee of placement. Qualified candidates will be placed in UNICEFs Internship database which is accessed by UNICEF managers globally. If you are applying for more than one location, the online application will allow you to choose the New York Headquarters location as well as up to three other field locations outside New York. If an exciting opportunity matching to your profile and interests arise, you will be contacted directly.

Internship dates and duration

To be eligible for an internship with UNICEF, you have to apply to its internship database. When completing your application, you will be asked to indicate:

1. A time period in the current year when you are available to start your internship,
2. Your preferred functional areas; and
3. The location you would like to be considered for.

Please make sure to always keep the information in your profile up-to-date, as the database is being refreshed every year.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The duration of an internship with UNICEF is between six weeks and six months.

More information : For more details on the Internship Programme, please see the section's FAQ.

Advertised: 04 Apr 2016 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 30 Sep 2016 Eastern Standard Time

Work type: Internship (Apply Here)

Location: United States of America

Career Guidance Counselling Centres for Women

Career guidance counselling centres set up in Delhi-NCR will provide dedicated career services to young women seeking employment in the region.

The Counselling Centres, a first of its kind for women, builds on the findings of a UNDP commissioned study which revealed that almost 80 percent of young women in Delhi did not have access to accurate and timely information on educational and job opportunities.

According to Jaco Cilliers, Country Director, UNDP India, “By bridging the information gap, career counselling centres that address the specific needs of women and girls seeking employment, can play an important role in empowering women and building their confidence to secure jobs in the formal labour market.” 

The Centres will be run by the Self Employed Womens Association- Bharat, the All-India Federation of SEWA within the Pankh Program of the SEWA Yuva Shakti Kendras in Delhi. The first such centre was inaugurated today by Sairee Chahal, co- founder of Sheroes.in.

Dr. Sanjay Kumar, Director, SEWA Bharat said, “This programme will help many young women across the city learn more about options available to them and how best to take advantage of these opportunities. We believe this programme will change many lives by providing a vital and desperately needed service in a systematic and holistic manner.”

The career counselling centres are set up as part of a collaboration between UNDP, the IKEA Foundation, Xyntéo, and the India Development Foundation which aims to impact the lives of women in India through training, entrepreneurial skill development and employment.

In order to bridge the information gap, the Pankh Program will address three key factors in the community that hold back women from securing employment opportunities: 

(i.) community presence, 

(ii.) information, 

(iii.) support structures. 

By having a strong community presence, the project aims to change local perspectives on the public and professional spaces that young women can occupy. The programme will host all-female career fairs, and organize graduation ceremonies in the community. In order to increase access to information, underprivileged girls across the city who enter the center will be able to access comprehensive career counseling opportunities, advice from career counselors, psychometric mock-testing, information on job and educational opportunities. The last pillar of the SYSK is a community-based support programme. All together, these programs will equip young women with the tools to navigate the professional workspace, as well as with the knowledge on how to maintain a work-life balance.

The physical centres will be complemented by a cloud-based platform which provides services such as work readiness e-learning, comprehensive mapping of the opportunities existing in the vicinity of the center (job opportunities, availability of skill development courses, training institutes and government schemes, etc.) and direct links with the private sector (job vacancy announcement, mapping of the private sector in the area, possibility for internship / apprenticeship / immersion, job fairs, etc.) The goal of these programmes is to assist young women in pursuing careers rather than simply jobs.

SEWA Bharat will be opening three centres across the Delhi-NCR region. Two of the centers will be based in SEWA Bharat’s existing communities: New Ashok Nagar and Sunder Nagri. These community centers will act as hubs and resource centers within the local communities. The third center, a central counseling unit, will be accessible to any woman across the Delhi-NCR region who is interested in learning more about careers, and other work-related information. This center is being initiated in collaboration with the All India Women’s Conference who has generously donated their premises for the cause. 

Contact Information

For SEWA: Divya Sooryakumar, divya@sewabharat.org, +91 8288913563

For UNDP: Nandita Surendran, nandita.surendran@undp.org; +91-9810084776

Palliative care e-learning course for healthcare professionals in India

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ecancer provides e-learning courses for free to the oncology community. Our resources cover a variety of topics and have been developed in partnership with leading organisations and individuals. Our e-learning is impactful and focuses on the end goal of improving patient care and outcomes. 

Our resources are completely free of charge; all we ask is that you register for the ecancer club so that we are able to record your learning.

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Career Options for Pharm.D in Clinical Research : An Indian perspective

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Background:

Doctor of Pharmacy is a highly professional doctoral degree adopted from the West by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and Government of India in 2008, but the council failed in adopting the quality practise from the West, which is the prime problem degrading the profession. Apart from Community Pharmacy, Hospital Pharmacy and Clinical Pharmacy, now we are left with some contemporary options like Clinical research, Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Trial Management, Medical writing, Regulatory Affairs.

Today I would like to discuss about various positions in Clinical Research; the other career options will be discussed further *Any graduate in pharmacy are eligible to apply for these positions.

Clinical Research:

Clinical Research is a systematic study for new drugs in human subjects to generate data for discovering or verifying the Clinical, Pharmacological or adverse effects with the objective of determining safety and efficacy of the new drug. The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is responsible for conducting clinical trials ethically as per Declaration of Helsinki and International Conference on Harmonization Guidelines (ICH) using good clinical practice (GCP) under the auspices of the Principal Investigator (PI). Outweighs patients risks and benefits, rights, safety and well being.

1. CRA designs, implements and monitors clinical trials, prepares medical reports, INDs, Investigational Device Exemptions (IDE), periodic reports, New Drug Applications (NDAs).
2. Participates in design and writing of protocols, case report forms and informed consent forms for clinical trials.
3. Productive in recruitment/selection of new investigators, contract research organizations and outside vendors.
4. Responsible for planning and implementing all activities required to conduct and monitor complex clinical trials and ensures that Good Clinical Practices (GCP) are followed.
5. Conducts site visits pre-study, at study initiation, at regular intervals during the study and at study closeout.
6. Monitors investigator performance and adherence to protocol, and proactively addresses conduct issues and enrollment problems.
7. Ensures that Case Report Forms (CRF) are reviewed in a timely fashion and submitted to the data management group.
8. Involved in the compilation/writing of integrated medical reports and clinical sections of INDs, IDEs, New Drug Applications (NDAs). 
9. Assists in preparation of presentations and manuscripts of scientific meetings and technical journals.
10. Attends scientific/professional meetings and training courses as appropriate.

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Pharm.D Intern,

Vaagdevi College of Pharmacy - India

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Merit Scholarships - B.Pharm and Pharm.D

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Loads of Pharmacy scholarships and grants are available every year. Pharmacy is the most challenging degree in the health care industry as it is the fastest developing areas of medical profession. Pharmacists are main players in the health care field around the world, they have a greater competency in drugs and medicines than any other health expert. 

Students can utilize these scholarships and cover their tuition fees, accommodation and other education related expenses. You can avail these funding opportunities for different degree programmes including undergraduate, graduate, masters and PhD levels. These competitive scholarships are granted on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. 

To find more scholarships, keep blogging with us regularly!!!

Pragati: (Scholarship for Girl Students) :

Pragati is a scheme of AICTE aimed at providing assistance for Advancement of Girls participation in Technical Education . Education is one of the most important means of empowering women with the knowledge, skill and self-confidence necessary to participate fully in the development process. This is an attempt to give every young Women the opportunity to further her education and prepare for a successful future by “Empowering Women Through Technical Education” . 

Salient Features of the Scheme: Number of scholarships per annum: 4000

• ‘One Girl’ per family, where the family income is less than Rs. 6 Lakh /annum.
• The candidates will be selected on Merit at the qualifying examination to pursue technical education from amongst such candidates
• The candidates should have been admitted to 1st year of the Degree or Diploma programme in any of the AICTE approved institute during the academic year 2015-16 through centralized admission process of the State/ Central Government
• Amount of scholarship: Tuition Fee of Rs. 30000/- or at actual, whichever is less and Rs. 2000/- per month for 10 months as incidentals each year.
• Reservation-15% for SC, 7.5% ST and 27% for OBC candidate/applicant.
• Out of the total number of scholarship in each scheme, 50% scholarships are available at each Degree /Diploma level and also transferable in the event of non availability of eligible applicant in any of the of Degree/ Diploma level Programme.

Certificates Required: 

1. Copies of Mark sheet of standard Xth/ XIIth/ Others as applicable.
2. Copy of Annual Family Income Certificate for the financial year 2014-15 in the prescribed format issued by Tahsildar or Higher officer.
3. Copy of Admission letter to Diploma/Degree Course
4. Copy of Tuition fee receipt
5. Copy of Bank Pass Book showing name of the student, Account number, IFSC code and Photograph
6. Copy of student PAN card (if available)
7. Copy of AADHAAR card (if available)
8. Certificate issued by the Director/Principal/Head of the Institute.
9. Declaration by Parents 

Saksham - Scholarship to Differently Abled Students :

Saksham is a scheme of AICTE aimed at providing encouragement and support to specially abeled children to pursue Technical Education. This an attempt to give every young student who is otherwise specially abled, the opportunity to study further and prepare for a successful future. 

Salient Features of the Scheme: Number of scholarships per annum: 1000 

• For Specially Abled students whose family income is less than Rs. 6 lakhs per annum
• The candidates should have been admitted to 1st year of the Degree or Diploma programme in any of the AICTE approved institute during the academic year 2015-16 through centralized admission process of the State/ Centre Government
• The candidates will be select on merit at the qualifying examination to pursue technical education from amongst such candidates.

Amount of scholarship: Tuition Fee of Rs. 30000/- or at actual, whichever is less and Rs. 2000/- per month for 10 months as incidentals each year.

Reservation-15% for SC, 7.5% ST and 27% for OBC candidate/applicant. 

Out of the total number of scholarship in each scheme, 50% scholarships are available at each degree /diploma level and also transferable in the event of non availability of eligible applicant in any of the of degree/ diploma level programme.

Certificates Required: 

1. Copies of Mark sheet of standard Xth/ XIIth/ Others as applicable
2. Copy of Annual Family Income Certificate for the financial year 2014-15 in the prescribed format issued by Tahsildar or Higher officer
3. Copy of certificate issued by Competent Authority in case of Differently abled candidate
4. Copy of Admission letter to Diploma/Degree Course
5. Copy of Tuition fee receipt
6. Copy of Bank Pass Book showing name of the student, Account number, IFSC code and Photograph
7. Copy of student PAN card (if available)
8. Copy of AADHAAR card (if available)
9. Certificate issued by the Director/Principal/Head of the Institute
10. Declaration by Parents

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