SCTIMST Announces Walk-in Interview for Junior Research Fellow

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), a premier institution under the Department of Science and Technology, is conducting a walk-in interview for a temporary Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position. The role is part of an ANRF-funded project (P-5498) titled: “Characterization of the biofingerprint of the histomolecular subtypes of adult-type diffuse gliomas using Raman spectroscopy.”

Key Details

Post: Junior Research Fellow (Temporary, 1 position)
Age Limit: The upper age limit is 35 years as of October 1, 2025.
Monthly Emoluments: The salary is ₹37,000 + 18% HRA. However, candidates without a NET or equivalent qualification will be considered for a lower-level position (Project Associate-I) with a salary of ₹25,000 + 18% HRA.
Tenure: The position is purely contractual, with an initial appointment for one year, likely to be extended until October 9, 2027, or until the project’s completion, whichever is earlier.
Note: The position is reserved for an ST backlog candidate. In the absence of an eligible ST candidate, a candidate from the Unreserved (UR) category will be considered.

Eligibility and Job Responsibilities

Essential Qualifications: A Post Graduate Degree in Biotechnology, Physics, or Biochemistry, along with qualification in NET or an equivalent national-level examination.
Desirable Qualifications: Candidates with prior experience in Raman spectroscopy will be given preference.
Job Description: The JRF’s duties will include obtaining patient consent, collecting and preparing fresh glioma tissue and blood samples, performing Raman spectroscopy, and assisting with data analysis and manuscript writing.

Walk-in Interview Details

Date: October 3, 2025
Reporting Time: 11:00 AM (The interview begins at 10:00 AM, so late arrivals may not be accommodated).
Venue: AMCHSS Building, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) at Medical College Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
Documents Required: Candidates must bring their bio-data, original certificates, and copies of certificates to prove age, qualification, and experience. ST candidates must also provide a valid caste certificate.
Selection Process: A written test may be conducted for initial screening, and only qualified candidates will be called for the interview. The written test marks will not be considered for the final ranking. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.