Career Opportunity: ICMR-NICPR Invites Applications for Technical Officer Post at National Tobacco Testing Laboratory

The ICMR-National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research (NICPR) in Noida has announced a recruitment opening for a Non-Institutional Project Human Resource position at the National Tobacco Testing Laboratory (NTTL). The position offers an opportunity for professionals with backgrounds in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, and pharmacy to engage in advanced scientific and analytical work on a temporary and contractual basis.

Position Details & Compensation

Post Name: Technical Officer (Grade II) – 1 Vacancy (Unreserved / UR)
Project Title: “National Tobacco Testing Laboratory” at ICMR-NICPR, Sector-39, Noida (duration up to one year)
Monthly Consolidated Emolument: Rs. 58,000/-
Age Limit: 45 years (with age relaxation applicable per Government of India norms)
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications: M.Sc. in Chemistry, Analytical Sciences, Biochemistry, or Bio-Technology; alternatively, an M. Pharma degree.
Desirable Experience: 5 years of post-graduate research experience focusing on handling analytical equipment or synthetic reagents (counted post-PG degree).
Job Responsibilities: Conducting scientific work focused on instrumental analysis and the development of tobacco protocols.

Terms, Conditions & Employment Nature

Contractual Status: The engagement is purely temporary and project-specific, subject to fund availability, functional requirements, and performance reviews. It confers no right to regular absorption or continuous assignment in ICMR or government departments.
Benefits & Allowances: Positions carry no provisions for provident fund, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), medical claims, or TA/DA for document verification and interviews.
Termination: The contract can be terminated by either side with a one-month notice period without assigning reasons.

Application Procedure & Selection Process

Mode of Application: Candidates must apply online via the designated Google Form link. Hard copy submissions are neither required nor accepted.
Screening & Shortlisting: Initial screening is based on the data submitted in online forms. If applicant volume is high, a committee will handle shortlisting.
Notifications: Shortlisted candidates and interview dates will be published exclusively on the official NICPR website (nicpr.org), and candidates are advised to check regularly for updates.