Public Health and Environment Research Center

23/03/2026

Vacancy announcement
Public Health and Environment Research Center (PERC) is announcing vacancies for the position of Field Researchers. A total of 5 candidates will be hired on a 9-month contract for research work.

Position: Field Researcher
Locations: Kathmandu/Lalitpur, Makwanpur, Chitwan, Dhanusha, and Parsa

Applicants with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Health who are interested in a short-term research opportunity are encouraged to apply.

Join us in making meaningful impact in the field of public health research and advocacy.

10/02/2026

Become a Strong Scientific Writer with University of California San Francisco (UCSF)!
Are you ready to publish your first-author paper?

Join the Online ITAPS Scientific Writing Training Program, a 5-month virtual online training opportunity for researchers from low- and middle-income countries,
hosted by UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences.

What will you gain?
One-to-one mentorship with a dedicated mentor and UCSF faculty
A clear, compelling research question
Hands-on training on data interpretation and writing a full scientific manuscript
Guidance through journal submission and peer review
Practical use of AI tools to write faster and more clearly

For more information, join an info session:
Thursday, Feb 12 | 8-9 AM PST (REGISTER)
Monday, Feb 16 | 7-8 PM PST (REGISTER)

Applications open: February 1, 2026
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Program starts: April 2026
Apply now: https://globalhealthsciences.ucsf.edu/education/training-programs/itaps

25/12/2025

📢 Publication Alert
🧪📊 Research examines the readiness of health facilities in Nepal to deliver HIV testing and counseling and tuberculosis services, using data from the 2021 Nepal Health Facility Survey.
🔍 Key findings
• Overall readiness for HIV and TB services was moderate at 51 percent
• Stand-alone HTC centers and public hospitals showed higher readiness
• Basic health care centers, private facilities, and rural facilities had lower readiness
• Quality assurance systems were associated with better readiness
• Provincial variation was observed, with Sudurpashchim showing relatively higher readiness
🔗 Read the study
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmhs.2025.100160

20/03/2025

📢 New PERC Publication Alert! 📢
We are excited to share our latest research article, published as part of a special collection exploring the wholistic impact of intimate partner violence (IPV) on women’s health.
🔍 Title: Burden of Intimate Partner Violence, Mental Health Issues, and Help-Seeking Behaviors Among Women in Nepal
📄 Read here: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17455057251326416
Our findings highlight the significant burden of IPV and mental health challenges faced by women in Nepal, emphasizing the critical role of informal support systems and accessible services in addressing these issues.
We hope this research contributes to strengthening policy responses, support mechanisms, and health interventions to protect and empower women.
🔗 Read and share!

Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is the most common form of violence, presenting a significant public health concern, especially for women and girls....

09/03/2025

Successful Completion of 5-Day Intensive Workshop on Writing & Publishing Scientific Papers!
We are excited to announce the successful completion of the 5-day intensive workshop titled "How to Write a Scientific Paper and Get It Published for Biomedical Field and Quantitative Research" organized jointly by University of California San Francisco (UCSF), USA and Public Health and Environment Research Centre (PERC), Nepal. This workshop took place from March 2-6, 2025 in Lalitpur, Nepal.
The workshop attracted participants from all provinces of Nepal, including government officials, university faculty, researchers, and professionals from public health organizations. The attendees had varied expertise, from associate professors and PhD students to clinicians and M&E experts.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the participants, speakers, and organizers for making this workshop a resounding success!
Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming events! 🚀

28/01/2025

Workshop Announcement: How to Write a Scientific Paper and Get It Published
https://percnepal.org/workshop-announcement-how-to-write-a-scientific-paper-and-get-it-published/

17/01/2025

Vacancy Announcement
The Public Health and Environment Research Center (PERC) is delighted to announce multiple vacancies. A total of 40 candidates will be recruited for various positions on an 18-month contractual basis. We encourage motivated individuals to apply by scanning the QR code or accessing the link provided.
1. Field Researcher: Candidates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Health who are interested in an 18-month research engagement are encouraged to apply.
2. Peer Advocate: Individuals who self-identify as LGBTIQA+ and are passionate about addressing critical health issues within their community, with a willingness to commit to an 18-month term, are encouraged to apply.
3. Program Officer: If you are a Public Health graduate with experience in managing public health projects and are eager to contribute to public health research, we encourage you to apply.
4. Paid Intern: Recent graduates who wish to enhance their skills in public health research are invited to apply for this opportunity.
Join us in making a meaningful impact in the field of public health research and advocacy.