JIPMER Recruitment 2026: Project Research Scientist-I Vacancy for Microbiology, Biochemistry & Genetics Candidates – Rs. 61,600/Month
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Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, has invited applications from qualified candidates for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) on a contract basis under an ICMR-funded clinical trial project.
Project & Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Total Posts: 01 (One)
- Project Title: Efficacy in Scrub typhus of Combination therapy in Children versus Azithromycin or Doxycycline monotherapy: a double-blind Randomized control trial (ESCHAR Trial)
- Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Narayanan P, Department of Paediatrics
- Tenure: Approximately 3 years (contractual, co-terminus with project funding)
- Consolidated Remuneration: Rs. 61,600/- per month (fixed, no additional allowances)
- Upper Age Limit: 35 years (as on the last date of receipt of applications)
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: First-class Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degree) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or Immunology from a recognized institution.
- Desirable Experience:
- Hands-on research experience in human blood sample processing and performing RT-PCR.
- Prior practical experience in clinical trial coordination and investigational drug handling.
- Working proficiency in MS Office, clinical data entry, and database management.
Key Responsibilities
- Screening, consenting, and recruiting pediatric participants for the randomized controlled trial.
- Administering study interventions, clinical monitoring, and follow-up data collection.
- Handling, storing, and updating all study records and electronic databases.
- Supervising supporting project staff and assisting in trial operations.
Application & Selection Procedure
- How to Apply: Send the duly filled application in the prescribed format, complete CV, and self-attested supporting documents combined into a single PDF file via email to: jipmerpaediatrics@gmail.com.
- Email Subject Line: Mention the exact post name applied for.
- File Naming Format:
Candidate name_Post-name_year_application(e.g.,James_ResearchScientist_2026_application). - Application Deadline: October 3, 2026, up to 1:00 PM.
- Selection Mode: Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated via a written test (if required) and an interview (conducted in person or via video conferencing) covering clinical research methodology and laboratory techniques.
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