JIPMER Recruitment 2026: Apply for 5 Project Posts

Introduction

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) in Puducherry has announced recruitment for five project posts on a contract basis. These positions are part of research projects funded by external agencies. Applications are invited from eligible candidates who meet the specified educational qualifications and experience criteria. The recruitment drive aims to fill roles such as Project Research Scientist I, Project Technical Support - III (MSW), Scientist B, Program Manager, and Project Technical Officer. Interested individuals should carefully review the eligibility requirements, age limits, and the application procedure outlined in the official notification. The last date to submit applications via email is October 17, 2026, by 1:00 PM. The official notification contains the complete details regarding the recruitment process, and candidates are advised to refer to it for any specific queries.

JIPMER Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must meet the essential educational qualifications and experience for the respective posts. Desirable qualifications are also listed and may be considered.

• Project Research Scientist I - (Non-medical): Essential: Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) from a recognized University/Institution. Desirable: PhD in Life Sciences.
• Project Technical Support - III (MSW): Essential: Postgraduate degree in Social Work or Sociology or any other relevant discipline from a recognized university. Desirable: Graduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, or a relevant discipline with 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Scientist B: Essential: PhD in Life Sciences from a recognized University. Desirable: Experience in working/managing biorepository for human samples, LIMS or other biobanking tools/software, basic laboratory skills (flow cytometry, QPCR, ELISA, LCMS/GCMS, Cell culture), scientific writing, literature review, research databases, Statistical Software, GCP, GLP & Ethics in research with human subjects.
• Program Manager: Essential: M.Sc. in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience. Demonstrated experience in coordinating multicentric or multi-institutional research projects and working with multiple stakeholders.
• Project Technical Officer: Educational qualification and experience not specified in the supplied notification.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The maximum age limit varies for each post. Age relaxation may be granted to deserving candidates with experience in Government-funded research projects.

Salary and Remuneration

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration as per the project norms. No other allowances or facilities will be provided.

Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and/or interview. The Project Investigator's decision will be final. If a large number of applications are received, more stringent criteria may be applied for shortlisting. Interviews may be conducted in person or via videoconferencing.

Application Procedure

Eligible and interested candidates must email the filled application form, along with their CV and supporting documents (scanned as a single PDF), to the designated email ID. It is crucial to mention the name of the post applied for in the email subject line. For those applying for multiple posts, a separate application form must be completed and submitted for each post in separate emails.

Required Documents

Candidates are required to attach their CV and supporting documents, scanned as a single PDF file, along with the application form when submitting via email.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Ensure that the application form is completely filled and all required documents are attached as a single PDF.
• Clearly mention the post name in the email subject line to avoid rejection.
• If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application for each post.
• Applications that are incomplete or do not meet the essential criteria are liable for rejection.
• The engagement is purely on a contract basis for the duration of the project and is dependent on external funding.
• Candidates should ensure they have a valid email ID and mobile number.

Official Notification and Application Links

For detailed information and to download the application form, please refer to the official notification:

• Official Notification PDF

The application link is not provided; applications are to be submitted via email.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date to submit applications is October 17, 2026, by 1:00 PM.

Candidates will be shortlisted and then called for a written test and/or interview.

No, these positions are purely on a contract basis for the duration of the project and are dependent on external funding.