The Jawarlalal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), a premier medical institute in Puducherry, has announced recruitment for the post of Project Research Scientist I under an externally funded research project. There is a single vacancy, offered on a contract basis. The role involves coordinating a multicentre phase III clinical trial in ovarian cancer from the Department of Medical Oncology, covering trial coordination, data quality and Good Clinical Practice compliance across participating centres.
JIPMER Recruitment 2026 - Project Research Scientist I Posts
- Notification17 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed28 Sept
About JIPMER Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
- Advertisement No.
- JIP/NCG/POICE-2024/ Sept 2026/PRS-1
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist I (PRS I)
- Job Location
- Puducherry, Puducherry
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- At least 2 years of experience in the conduct of clinical trials or clinical research, to be proved with a letter from the previous employer stating the nature of work carried out
- Credentials Required
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification
- Pay Scale
- Rs 66,080 per month (including HRA); no other allowances are payable
- Tenure
- Likely duration 5 years, extendable or curtailable at the discretion of the Project Investigator
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (PRS I) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Essential: First Class Postgraduate Degree or Second Class PG Degree with PhD; experience in conduct of clinical trials or clinical research of at least 2 years (must provide proof with a letter from the previous employer clearly stating the nature of work carried out); Good Clinical Practice Certification (must provide proof). Desirable: working in multicenter trials or pharma sponsored trials; ability to create databases using programs like epicollect or redcap; experience in monitoring clinical trial projects; working in the field of cancer trials; previous experience in writing protocols, regulatory and IEC submissions.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (PRS I) - Qualification and Experience | Essential: First Class Postgraduate Degree or Second Class PG Degree with PhD; experience in conduct of clinical trials or clinical research of at least 2 years (must provide proof with a letter from the previous employer clearly stating the nature of work carried out); Good Clinical Practice Certification (must provide proof). Desirable: working in multicenter trials or pharma sponsored trials; ability to create databases using programs like epicollect or redcap; experience in monitoring clinical trial projects; working in the field of cancer trials; previous experience in writing protocols, regulatory and IEC submissions. |
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years as on the last date of receipt of applications (28-09-2026)
Application Fee
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Covers basics of clinical research and oncology, clinical trial design and conduct, clinical trial data management and analysis, and ethics, GCP and aptitude.
- 2Interview
Conducted by a panel of experts covering the applicant's knowledge of clinical research, GCP, communication skills and aptitude; may be held in person or through videoconferencing.
Salary Structure
Rs 66,080 per month (including HRA); no other allowances are payable
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form attached to the notification and fill it in completely.
- 2Prepare a CV and scan the filled application form, CV and supporting documents into a single PDF.
- 3Name the PDF file as Candidate name_Post-name_year_application, for example James_DEO_2023_application.
- 4Mention the name of the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- 5Email the application to [email protected] so that it reaches by 28 September 2026, 10 PM.
- 6Candidates applying for two or more posts must fill a separate application form for each post and send it with its enclosures in a separate email.
Reporting Venue
Dept of Medical Oncology, RCC annex, JIPMER, Puducherry-605006
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- The post is purely on contract for an externally sponsored project funded by the National Cancer Grid and carries no claim to any regular post at JIPMER; the engagement lasts only for the duration of the project and depends on external funding.
- The engagement may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Project Investigator, and qualification, experience and other terms may be relaxed or altered at the Principal Investigator's discretion.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Interviews may be held in person or via videoconferencing; candidates opting for the online mode must arrange their own computer, laptop or mobile with audio and camera facilities and an adequate internet connection.
- A valid email ID and mobile number are compulsory.
- Submission of wrong or false information or canvassing at any stage leads to disqualification.
- If the number of applications is very large, more stringent criteria than those specified may be used to determine eligibility.
- Incomplete applications, applications not in the prescribed format, and applications sent with a CV alone without the prescribed form and certificates will be rejected.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for more than one post in this recruitment?
Yes, but a separate application form must be filled in for each post and sent with its enclosures in a separate email.
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