Consultant – Scientific Publications, HIV-Hepatitis-STI (HHS)

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Terms of Reference (ToR)

Topic: Data analysis and Development of Peer-Reviewed Publication

Place of Work: New Delhi / Remote

Division: HIV-Hepatitis-STI (HHS)

1. Background

PATH had conducted operational research on different diagnostic new/innovative products in India, including Hepatitis-C self-test kits among People Who Inject Drugs and HCV associated At-risk General population. Data on acceptability and usability from this study was disseminated in multiple platforms, including national and international proceedings. Presently, PATH is looking for an consultant to support peer reviewed publications from this study data.

2. Objective of the Assignment

· To assist and develop peer-reviewed articles on the pre-identified topics and facilitate for publications in an international scientific journal

3. Scope of Work

The consultant will undertake the following activities:

3.1. Data analysis

• Conduct data analysis on the pre-identified topics
• Discuss and finalize the analytical findings
• Develop appropriate tables and graphs in discussion with authors andco-authors

3.2. Draft, revise and finalize the article

• Develop a draft article as per the template of an short-listed international journal with open access
• Discuss and revise the article with inputs from authors/ Co-authors
• Finalize the article with submit to the short-listed journal for publication.

4. Expected Deliverables and Timeline

The assignment will be undertaken over two months, from November to 31 December 2026.

Deliverable

Expected timeline

Data analysis and tabulation for two articles

Week 1

Discuss and finalize tables and graphs for two articles

Weeks 2

Draft peer-reviewed article for two articles

Week 3-4

Draft 1 peer-reviewed submission for review for two articles

Weeks 5

Revise and finalize

Weeks 6-7

Submission to journal

Week 8

5. Qualifications and Experience

• Postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Health Systems or another relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting literature reviews, evidence synthesis, or scientific research.
• Familiarity with data analysis using SPSS/ STATA
• Strong skills in scientific writing, critical appraisal of research literature, and synthesis of technical evidence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience engaging with technical experts and public health stakeholders will be an advantage.

6. Duration

The assignment will be for two months (November–December 2026). The consultant will work closely with the designated project team and submit deliverables according to the agreed timeline.

7. Reporting

The consultant will report to the designated project lead or technical focal point. The project team will provide feedback on the draft deliverables.

8. Expected Outputs

By the end of the assignment, the consultant will submit:

• Two peer-reviewed articles ready for submission to scientific journals
• Data analysis and the outputs associated with the articles.