The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), a premier medical institute in Puducherry, has invited applications for two Project Research Scientist posts on a contract basis. The positions, one for a medical candidate and one for a non-medical candidate, are part of an ICMR-funded study on operationalizing the elderly health package under Ayushman Bharat through a SMART approach in primary care, working under the Department of Medicine and Geriatric Medicine.
JIPMER Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026MED/ICMR/SMART/2026/1, MED/ICMR/SMART/2026/2
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2
Last Date
15 Oct
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Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
Exam on 22 Oct 2026
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
- Exam22 Oct
About JIPMER Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
- Advertisement No.
- MED/ICMR/SMART/2026/1, MED/ICMR/SMART/2026/2
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist I (Medical) and Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical)
- Job Location
- Puducherry, Puducherry
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs 67,000/- + 20% HRA = Rs 80,400/- per month (consolidated)
- Tenure
- 1 year, extendable up to 3 years based on satisfactory performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Research Scientist I (Medical)
1
Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical)
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Medical) | 1 |
| Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Project Research Scientist I (Medical)1 post
- Qualification
- MBBS OR BDS/BAMS with MPH
- Age Limit
- Maximum 35 years
- Desirable
- Experience in Geriatric medicine/Medicine/community medicine-based health research projects or MPH degree
- Advt. No.
- MED/ICMR/SMART/2026/1
- Nature of Work
- Project implementation and coordination of syndrome specific geriatric data across study PHCs, literature review, data management, report and manuscript writing, clinical training workshops for PHC doctors and nursing personnel, monitoring clinical protocol fidelity and patient safety pathways
Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical)1 post
- Qualification
- Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees, with three years post qualification experience or PhD
- Experience
- Three years post qualification experience (for Post Graduate Degree holders)
- Age Limit
- Maximum 40 years
- Desirable
- One year of experience in Geriatric medicine/community-based health research projects or MPH degree
- Advt. No.
- MED/ICMR/SMART/2026/2
- Nature of Work
- Coordinate multi-site implementation and field operations across selected PHCs and JIPMER, oversee training and capacity building for PHC teams, stakeholder coordination, field monitoring and data collection, documentation, reporting, data analysis and manuscript preparation
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years for Project Research Scientist - I (Medical); maximum 40 years for Project Research Scientist - II (Non-Medical)
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on the details furnished in the application, CV and documentary proof; the shortlist is displayed on the JIPMER website.
- 2Written Test
In-person written test held on 22 October 2026 at 9:00 AM; only shortlisted candidates are eligible.
- 3Interview
In-person interview on 22 October 2026 for candidates who qualify in the written test; final selection is based on CV, application, written test and interview.
Salary Structure
Rs 67,000/- + 20% HRA = Rs 80,400/- per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form attached to the official notification and fill it in block letters with a blue pen on A4 size paper
- 2Prepare a CV with personal details, educational qualifications and experience
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof and a recent passport-size photograph, scanned into one PDF
- 4Name the PDF file as Candidate name_Post-name_year_application
- 5Mention the name of the post applied for in the subject line of the email
- 6Email the filled application form, CV and supporting documents to [email protected] before 15 October 2026
- 7Send a separate application form and separate email for each post if applying for more than one post
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Prescribed application form
•CV
•Self-attested copies of educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•Proof of identity (Aadhaar card/Voter ID/Passport/Driving License)
•Age proof (Tenth equivalent/High School Certificate)
•Degrees/diplomas
•Recent passport-size photograph
Important Details
- Both posts are purely on contract basis for an externally sponsored ICMR project and carry no claim to any regular post in JIPMER.
- The engagement is for the duration of the project and depends on external funding; it may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Project Investigator.
- Qualification and experience must be in a relevant discipline and gained after acquiring the essential qualification.
- Qualification, experience and other terms may be relaxed or altered at the discretion of the Principal Investigator.
- A valid email ID and mobile number are compulsory.
- Only the consolidated salary is payable, with no other allowance or facility.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Incomplete applications, applications not in the prescribed format, and applications with a CV alone without the prescribed form and certificates will be rejected.
- The project work involves travel to the field and other centres.
Written Test and Interview Areas
- Written test: Basics of Geriatric health and epidemiology, data collection methods in research studies, basics of public health and digital applications, field level challenges, data management and security, understanding research ethics and guidelines
- Interview: Communication skills, managerial skills, technical knowledge, past project experience, research experience
Application Submission Notes
- Applications not in the prescribed format will not be processed or accepted
- Mention the name of the post applied for in the email subject line
- The PDF file should be named as Candidate name_Post-name_year_application, for example James_DEO_2023_application
- Candidates applying for two or more posts must fill a separate application form for each post and send it with enclosures in separate emails
- The list of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the JIPMER website
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for both Project Research Scientist posts?
Yes. A separate application form must be filled for each post and sent with the necessary enclosures in separate emails.
Will the written test and interview be held online?
No. Both the written test and the interview will be conducted in person at JIPMER on 22 October 2026.
Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview?
No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
How should the application PDF be named?
The file should be named as Candidate name_Post-name_year_application, for example James_DEO_2023_application.
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