Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), an Institution of National Importance under the Department of Science and Technology, has announced recruitment for the post of Senior Project Associate with one vacancy. The position is for a DST funded project on Yoga Nidra for managing insomnia in peri-menopausal women, based at the Biomedical Technology Wing in Thiruvananthapuram. Selection will be through a walk-in interview, and the role involves yoga training for participants, sleep and EEG recordings, data analysis and report writing on a contractual basis.
SCTIMST Recruitment 2026 - Senior Project Associate Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026P&A.II/42/SPA/P.8216/BMT-SCTIMST/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 05 Oct 2026
- Notification23 Sept
- Walk-in05 Oct
- Walk-in Held05 Oct
About SCTIMST Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
- Advertisement No.
- P&A.II/42/SPA/P.8216/BMT-SCTIMST/2026
- Post Name
- Senior Project Associate
- Job Location
- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 4 years experience in R&D in an Industrial or Academic Institution (for the Yogic Sciences / Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences / BAMS with MPH route). Experience means experience gained after acquiring the prescribed essential qualification.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 42,000 per month plus 18% HRA
- Tenure
- Initially up to 28 January 2027, likely to be extended
Vacancy Breakdown
Senior Project Associate
1
ST 1
| Post Name | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 1 | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Senior Project Associate - Qualification and Experience
Masters degree in Yogic Sciences OR Bachelors degree in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences / BAMS with Master's in Public Health (MPH) and 4 years experience in R&D in an Industrial or Academic Institution OR MD in Yoga / Ayurveda from a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: experience in research and development in yoga and physiology; statistical analysis.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate - Qualification and Experience | Masters degree in Yogic Sciences OR Bachelors degree in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences / BAMS with Master's in Public Health (MPH) and 4 years experience in R&D in an Industrial or Academic Institution OR MD in Yoga / Ayurveda from a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: experience in research and development in yoga and physiology; statistical analysis. |
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on 01-10-2026
Age Relaxation
As per government rules
Salary Structure
Rs. 42,000 per month plus 18% HRA
How to Apply
- 1Fill the Recruitment Report Form and prepare a bio-data
- 2Report to the Biomedical Technology Wing, Satelmond Palace, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram at the reporting time of 01:00 PM
- 3Carry original and self-attested copies of certificates proving age, qualifications and experience
- 4Carry a valid caste certificate for ST or a non-creamy layer certificate for OBC in the prescribed Central Government format
- 5Bring a No Objection Certificate from the present employer if already in service
Reporting Venue
Biomedical Technology Wing, Satelmond Palace, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram-695 012
Reporting time: Reporting at 01:00 PM; interview at 02:00 PM
Eligible candidates must report for the walk-in interview at the Biomedical Technology Wing, Satelmond Palace, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram at 01:00 PM on 05 October 2026, carrying a duly filled Recruitment Report Form, bio-data, and original plus self-attested copies of certificates proving age, qualifications and experience. ST candidates must bring a valid caste certificate and OBC candidates a non-creamy layer certificate in the prescribed Central Government format issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tahsildar. Candidates already in service must produce a No Objection Certificate from the present employer. Candidates reporting after 01:15 PM will not be considered, and no TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Recruitment Report Form
•Bio-data
•Original and self-attested copies of certificates proving age
•Qualifications and experience
•Valid caste certificate (ST) or non-creamy layer certificate (OBC)
•No Objection Certificate from present employer (if in service)
Important Details
- The single vacancy is reserved for ST (backlog).
- If no eligible ST candidate is available, OBC candidates will be considered, and if no OBC candidate is available, UR candidates will be considered.
- Candidates reporting after 01:15 PM will not be considered for selection.
- Experience wherever prescribed means experience gained after acquiring the prescribed essential qualification.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Candidates already in service must produce a No Objection Certificate from the present employer at the time of interview.
Project Details
DST-Wise Kiran funded project titled 'Neural correlates of Yoga Nidra for management of insomnia in peri-menopausal women' (P.8216).
Job Description
Yoga and Yoganidra training for study participants, participant recruitment, patient visit coordination for the study, record maintenance, EEG and sleep recordings, data analysis, report and manuscript writing.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0471-2340801 / 2520450
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates already in service apply for this post?
Yes. Candidates already in service have to produce a No Objection Certificate from their present employer at the time of the interview.
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