Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), a premier medical institute in Puducherry, has invited applications for the post of Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) on a contract basis. There is one post in total, offered under an ICMR-funded research project in the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine. The role involves work on verbal autopsy implementation, mortality surveillance and public health research, making it a suitable opening for candidates with a research background in public health.
JIPMER Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Posted 05 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026REC-02
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
11 Oct
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Applications closed on 11 Oct 2026
- Notification15 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed11 Oct
About JIPMER Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
- Advertisement No.
- REC-02
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
- Job Location
- Puducherry, Puducherry
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Two years of research experience in public health projects, gained after acquiring the essential qualification
- Pay Scale
- Rs 80,400 per month consolidated; no other allowances or facilities are payable
- Tenure
- 6 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) - Qualification and Experience
Postgraduate degree such as PhD/ Masters in Public Health/Epidemiology/Biostatistics from a recognized institution or above. Two years of research experience in public health projects. Qualification and experience should be in a relevant discipline and from a reputed institution or organization, and the experience should have been gained after acquiring the essential qualification.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) - Qualification and Experience | Postgraduate degree such as PhD/ Masters in Public Health/Epidemiology/Biostatistics from a recognized institution or above. Two years of research experience in public health projects. Qualification and experience should be in a relevant discipline and from a reputed institution or organization, and the experience should have been gained after acquiring the essential qualification. |
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on the last date of receipt of applications
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Shortlisting based on the details furnished in the application, CV and documentary proof; the list of eligible candidates will be displayed on the JIPMER website.
- 2Written Test
Covers basics of public health, epidemiology and biostatistics, mortality surveillance and verbal autopsy methods, research methodology, and data management and ethical issues in public health research.
- 3Interview
Covers the written test syllabus, communication skills, research experience and aptitude; may be conducted in person or via videoconferencing.
Salary Structure
Rs 80,400 per month consolidated; no other allowances or facilities are payable
How to Apply
- 1Fill the prescribed application form attached to the notification
- 2Prepare a CV with personal details, educational qualifications and experience
- 3Scan the application form, CV and supporting documents into a single PDF
- 4Name the PDF as Candidate name_post-name_year_application
- 5Mention the name of the post applied for in the email subject line
- 6Email the application to [email protected] before 4.30 pm on 11.10.2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Prescribed application form
•CV
•Self-attested copies of educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•ID proof and recent passport-size photographs
•Scanned into one PDF
Important Details
- Engagement is purely on a contract basis for an ICMR-funded project and carries no claim to a regular post in JIPMER; the position 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.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written test and interview, and no TA/DA is paid for attending.
- Interviews may be held in person or through videoconferencing; candidates choosing the online mode must arrange a computer, laptop or mobile with audio and camera and an adequate internet connection.
- Applications not in the prescribed format, and applications sent with a CV alone without the prescribed form and certificates, will be rejected.
- Candidates applying for two or more posts must fill a separate application form for each post and send it in a separate email.
Project Details
Project title
Details: Implementation and scaling up of model to achieve universal coverage with physician ascertained cause of death at district-level in India
Funding agency
Details: ICMR
Project investigator
Details: Dr Jayalakshmy R
PI's department
Details: Preventive and Social Medicine, JIPMER
Likely duration
Details: 6 months
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Project title | Implementation and scaling up of model to achieve universal coverage with physician ascertained cause of death at district-level in India |
| Funding agency | ICMR |
| Project investigator | Dr Jayalakshmy R |
| PI's department | Preventive and Social Medicine, JIPMER |
| Likely duration | 6 months |
Nature of Work
- Coordination with the central team and regulating the activities in their respective sites
- Oversee data quality assurance, timely reporting and compliance with ICMR and institutional guidelines
- Assist in protocol adherence, training of staff and supervision of Verbal Autopsy implementation
- Contribute to analysis, report writing and dissemination of findings
- Other project-related duties that arise from time to time
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in large-scale health surveys or mortality surveillance
- Proficiency in statistical software such as STATA, R or SPSS
- Prior experience in supervising data collection and coordinating multi-site projects
- Good writing and communication skills
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. A separate application form must be filled for each post and sent with the necessary enclosures in separate emails.
Will the interview be held in person?
The interview may be conducted in person or through videoconferencing, at the discretion of the Principal Investigator. For the online mode the candidate must arrange a suitable device with audio and camera and a stable internet connection.
Is TA/DA paid for attending the written test or interview?
No. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
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