All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalagiri, a premier medical institute in Andhra Pradesh, has announced recruitment for the post of Research Scientist B (Non-Medical) under its Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory project funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research. There is one vacancy on offer. The role involves virology research and diagnostic laboratory work on a contractual engagement, with field visits and exigency duties as part of the laboratory's requirements.
AIIMS Mangalagiri Research Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Notification10 Oct
- Applications Opentill 18 Oct
About AIIMS Mangalagiri Research Scientist B Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalagiri
- Advertisement No.
- AIIMS/MG/MICRO/RECRUITMENT/ICMR/VRDL/2026/03
- Post Name
- Research Scientist - (B) (Non - Medical)
- Job Location
- Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 56,000 + HRA
- Tenure
- Purely contractual for a period of five years, with renewal of tenure every 11 months from the date of joining
- Notice Period
- One month prior notice for relief from the position, failing which one month's salary is payable
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist - (B) (Non - Medical) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
First class postgraduate degree in Microbiology/ Virology / Medical Genetics / Molecular biology/ Biotechnology from a recognized university. OR Second class Postgraduate in Microbiology/ Virology / Medical Genetics / Molecular biology / Biotechnology from a recognized university with PhD degree in Microbiology/Virology / Medical Genetics / Molecular biology/ Biotechnology from a recognized university. Preference will be given to candidates having experience in virology research and knowledge of computer applications.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist - (B) (Non - Medical) | First class postgraduate degree in Microbiology/ Virology / Medical Genetics / Molecular biology/ Biotechnology from a recognized university. OR Second class Postgraduate in Microbiology/ Virology / Medical Genetics / Molecular biology / Biotechnology from a recognized university with PhD degree in Microbiology/Virology / Medical Genetics / Molecular biology/ Biotechnology from a recognized university. Preference will be given to candidates having experience in virology research and knowledge of computer applications. |
Age Limit
Not exceeding 35 years
Age Relaxation
Upper age limit may be relaxed as per Govt. of India rules.
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
May be conducted if the number of candidates applied is more; candidates are shortlisted for interview based on the written examination results.
- 2Interview
Held on the same day as the written test for shortlisted candidates.
Salary Structure
Rs. 56,000 + HRA
How to Apply
- 1Download the official notification and the CV template (Annexure-I) from the AIIMS Mangalagiri website
- 2Fill the CV form, typed in Times New Roman font, and paste a passport-size photograph on it
- 3Email the updated CV to [email protected] on or before 18 October 2026 by 5:00 PM
- 4Report to the Admin Block, AIIMS Mangalagiri at 08:00 AM on 26 October 2026 for registration
- 5Attend the walk-in document verification and interview from 9:00 AM on the same day
- 6Carry the hard copy of the application form and all original documents to the exam or interview
Reporting Venue
Admin Block, AIIMS Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh - 522503
Reporting time: 08:00 AM reporting; 9:00 AM document verification and interview
Candidates must report for registration at 08:00 AM on 26 October 2026 at the Admin Block, AIIMS Mangalagiri; those reporting after the notified closing time for registration will not be permitted. Document verification and the interview follow from 9:00 AM on the same day. Candidates should carry the hard copy of the application form and all original documents, and be prepared to stay one more day at their own cost if the schedule overruns.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- The engagement is purely contractual for five years under the ICMR Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory project, with tenure renewed every 11 months.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview, and selected candidates must undertake field visits without any additional remuneration.
- The selected candidate has to perform Sunday, holiday and exigency duties as required by the laboratory.
- If performance is found unsatisfactory by the investigator, the appointment can be terminated at any time without notice.
- Candidates should be prepared to stay one more day after the scheduled date at their own cost if the schedule overruns, and those selected must submit an undertaking on the terms of engagement as per ICMR guidelines.
- Submission of wrong or false information and any form of canvassing will disqualify the candidature.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is experience in virology research mandatory for this post?
No. It is only a preference. Candidates with experience in virology research and knowledge of computer applications will be given preference during selection.
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