JIPMER Recruitment 2026: Project Associate II (Medical Oncology)

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, is inviting applications for a Project Associate II position. This role is part of a multicentre Phase 3 Randomized Controlled Trial (the NAGA Study) funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR), focusing on treatment strategies for Gastric Adenocarcinoma.

Key Vacancy Details

Feature	Details
Post Name	Project Associate II
Department	Medical Oncology
Remuneration	₹41,300 per month (Consolidated)
Duration	One Year (Renewable)
Age Limit	Maximum 35 years (Relaxation: 5 yrs SC/ST; 3 yrs OBC/Women)

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Clinical Research, Allied Health Sciences, Biotechnology, or equivalent (min. 60% marks) with 2 years of experience in managing clinical research projects.
OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine with 2 years of experience.
OR Ph.D. in Clinical Research, Allied Health Sciences, or Biotechnology.

Desirable Skills:

Experience in Oncology trials and patient recruitment.
GCP (Good Clinical Practice) Training.
Proficiency in Redcap database management and Microsoft Office tools.

Walk-in Interview & Selection Process

The selection involves a Written Test followed by an Interview.

Date: 20 January 2026 (Monday)
Time: 09:00 AM
Venue: Dept. of Medical Oncology, 3rd Floor, Super Specialty Block, JIPMER, Puducherry.

Syllabus for Written Test:

Basic knowledge of Oncology (Cancer).
Clinical research methodology and the Consenting Process.
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
Drug storage and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for the “NAGA Study” operations, including:

Patient Follow-up: Coordinating treatment and monitoring recruited patients.
Data Management: High-quality data collection, entry, and checking.
Coordination: Liaising between multiple centers involved in the Phase 3 trial.

Important Instructions

Documents: Bring the filled application form (available via JIPMER), an updated CV, and one set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates/experience letters.
Nature of Post: Purely temporary and contractual; no claim for regular appointment at JIPMER.
Notice Period: One month prior notice is required for resignation, or the candidate may be liable to pay one month’s salary.