Designation/Position- Scientist (Non-Medical) Position at AIIMS

AIIMS, Rishikesh, Punjab, India, invites applications for the Scientist (Non-Medical) Position at AIIMS from eligible and interested candidates.

About- The Multi-Disciplinary Research Unit – Centre of Research Excellence (MRU-CoRE) at AIIMS Rishikesh invites applications from enthusiastic and qualified researchers for Project Research Scientist positions (Non-Medical). These contractual positions are part of the Department of Health Research (DHR) supported MRU-CoRE initiative aimed at strengthening multidisciplinary biomedical research.

Eligible candidates with strong experience in clinical research data management, molecular biology, genomics, and translational research are encouraged to apply before the deadline.

Research/Job Area- 

• Biomedical and Translational Research
• Clinical Data Management
• Molecular Biology and Diagnostics
• Genomics and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Bioinformatics and Biostatistics
• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Research
• AI-enabled Clinical Research Platforms

Location- Multi-Disciplinary Research Unit (MRU-CoRE) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS Rishikesh) Rishikesh, Uttarakhand – 249203, India

Eligibility/Qualification- 

1. Project Research Scientist–II (Non-Medical)

Essential Qualification

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:

• First Class Postgraduate Degree (including integrated PG) in:
  • Life Sciences
  • Biotechnology
  • Bioinformatics
  • Microbiology
  • Data Science
  • Biostatistics
  • Computational Biology
  • Or related discipline
  with 3 years research/data management experience

OR

• PhD in a relevant subject from a recognized university.

Essential Experience

Applicants should have experience in:

• Clinical research data management in biomedical or translational research
• Designing and maintaining research databases (REDCap, SQL, Excel validated systems)
• Managing multi-modal datasets (microbiology, genomics, clinical metadata)
• Data validation, audit trails, and quality assurance compliant with ICMR / GCP standards
• Statistical analysis using R, Python, SPSS, or STATA
• Preparing datasets for publications, regulatory submissions, and collaborative studies
• Ensuring data security, anonymization, and ethical compliance

Publication Requirement:
Minimum five first-author or corresponding-author SCI publications.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience with surveillance datasets, genomics, or AI-based clinical research systems
• Knowledge of FAIR data principles and biomedical data governance
• Exposure to machine learning dataset preparation
• Experience in multi-institutional collaborative projects
• Familiarity with regulatory documentation for ICMR/DHR funded studies

Salary

₹67,000 per month + HRA (as admissible)

Age Limit

Up to 40 years (relaxation as per Government of India rules)

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2. Project Research Scientist–I (Non-Medical)

Essential Qualification

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:

• First Class Postgraduate Degree in:
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Life Sciences
  • Or related discipline

OR

• Second Class Postgraduate Degree with PhD in relevant subject from a recognized university.

Essential Experience

Candidates should have hands-on experience in:

• Nucleic acid extraction from clinical or microbial samples
• PCR, RT-PCR, and qRT-PCR assay design and optimization
• Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows including library preparation and quality control
• ELISA and other immunoassays for biomarker or pathogen studies
• Gel electrophoresis and molecular assay validation
• Processing infectious clinical specimens under biosafety conditions
• Laboratory SOP maintenance and quality documentation

Publication Requirement:
Minimum three first-author or corresponding-author SCI publications.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience in metagenomics or AMR gene detection
• NGS data interpretation or coordination with bioinformatics teams
• Experience integrating molecular results with clinical datasets
• Exposure to translational research in diagnostics or antimicrobial resistance
• Strong scientific writing and publication record
• Experience in interdisciplinary research collaborations

Salary

₹56,000 per month + HRA (as admissible)

Age Limit

Up to 40 years (relaxation as per Government rules)

Job/Position Description- 

Particulars	Details
Organization	AIIMS Rishikesh
Scheme	MRU-CoRE (Multi-Disciplinary Research Unit – Centre of Research Excellence)
Posts	Project Research Scientist I & II (Non-Medical)
Total Vacancies	02
Job Location	Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Salary	₹56,000 – ₹67,000 + HRA
Application Mode	Email
Last Date to Apply	15 March 2026
Selection Process	Shortlisting + Assessment Test + Interview

Designation

1. Project Research Scientist–II (Non-Medical) – 01 Post
2. Project Research Scientist–I (Non-Medical) – 01 Post

Selected candidates will contribute to multidisciplinary biomedical research projects under MRU-CoRE at AIIMS Rishikesh.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting clinical and translational research activities
• Managing research databases and datasets
• Performing molecular biology and genomic experiments
• Coordinating NGS workflows and data analysis
• Ensuring data quality, documentation, and regulatory compliance
• Preparing scientific reports, manuscripts, and collaborative research outputs
• Supporting interdisciplinary research initiatives within MRU-CoRE

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Tenure of the Post

• Contractual appointment for 11 months initially
• Extendable based on project requirements and funding approval by Department of Health Research (DHR)
• These positions are temporary and not permanent AIIMS employment

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Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in the following stages:

1. Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
2. Offline Assessment Test at AIIMS Rishikesh
3. In-person Interview

Note: No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

How to Apply- 

Interested candidates should send the following documents by email:

• Cover Letter
• Duly filled Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• List of Publications (highlighting key publications)
• Research Statement describing past work and future research plans

Send applications to:

Dr. Nilotpal Chowdhury
Nodal Officer, Multidisciplinary Research Unit
AIIMS Rishikesh, Uttarakhand – 249203

Email: mru.aiimsrishikesh@aiimsrishikesh.edu.in

Last Date for Apply– 15 March 2026

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