CMC Vellore Recruitment 2026: New Openings for Pharmacists and Research Officers

Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, a premier tertiary care healthcare and research institute, has announced multiple vacancies across its Pharmacy and Neurological Sciences departments. These positions offer a chance to work within one of India’s most respected medical networks.

1. Staff III Pharmacist (Pharmacy Services)

This is a senior-level institutional role for experienced pharmacists.

Education: D.Pharm or B.Pharm (Regular mode only).
Mandatory: Registration with the Tamil Nadu State Pharmacy Council.
Experience: Minimum 4 years as a Jr. Pharmacist or equivalent.
Skills: Proficiency in typing and computer operations is preferred.
Age Limit: Below 35 years.
Deadline: March 30, 2026.

2. Pharmacist (Medical Critical Care – Project)

A specialized role focused on infection control and clinical audits.

Education: B.Pharm with Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council Registration.
Experience: 1–2 years in Infection Control or Antimicrobial Stewardship in a teaching hospital.
Skills: Strong English communication and data analysis skills for surveillance and audits.
Age Limit: Below 35 years.
Deadline: March 28, 2026.

3. Associate Research Officer (Neurological Sciences)

A high-level research position (Job Code: 1640) focusing on molecular diagnostics and virology.

Education: M.Sc. in Virology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotech, or Microbiology.
Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience in qPCR, multiplex PCR, and viral RNA extraction (from CSF, serum, etc.) is essential.
Desirable: Experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), metagenomics, and BSL-2 laboratory practices.
Deadline: April 06, 2026 (Note: Some project tasks list March 28; early application is advised).

Important Application Rules

No Distance Education: Applications from candidates with private or correspondence degrees will not be accepted.
Accommodation: Please note that institutional accommodation is not provided for the Research Officer role.
How to Apply: Eligible candidates should apply through the official CMC Vellore recruitment portal before the respective deadlines.