Research Associate Opportunity: AYUSH-Funded Project at PGIMER Invites M.Pharm, M.Tech & PhD Candidates

PGIMER, Chandigarh, a leading medical institution in India, is offering a valuable career opportunity for highly qualified professionals. The Department of Pharmacology, under the supervision of Professor Bikash Medhi, is seeking a dedicated individual for the contractual post of Research Associate in a project funded by the Ministry of AYUSH.

This temporary, project-based role is ideal for those with a strong background in research and a desire to contribute to scientific advancements in the field of health and wellness.

Key Highlights

Position: Research Associate (01 Post)
Salary: The selected candidate will receive a competitive salary of Rs. 58,000/- per month, in addition to 18% HRA.
Project Title: An AYUSH-funded research project.
Principal Investigator: Professor Bikash Medhi, Department of Pharmacology.

Who is Eligible to Apply?

The position has specific and diverse qualification requirements. Candidates must hold one of the following degrees:

Ph.D. in a relevant subject.
Post-Graduation in a wide range of fields, including Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, Homoeopathy, Yoga, Yoga and Naturopathy, Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, or Philosophy.
A degree qualification in a respective AYUSH System or Allopathy.
An M.Pharm, M.E., M.Tech, or M.V.Sc. degree with a minimum of 3 years of research experience. The experience must be from a project funded by a recognized government body such as the Ministry of AYUSH, ICMR, CSIR, or DST.

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates are required to submit their application by October 3, 2025. The application, including a detailed bio-data and necessary testimonials/certificates, must be sent via email to recruitmentmanpowereplpgimer@gmail.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email to attend the interview, which may be conducted online or offline. This is a unique chance for qualified individuals to gain valuable experience and contribute to a significant government-funded research project at a prestigious institution.