Project Research Scientist Position in ICMR (Non-medical): ,Mumbai India

Designation/Position- Scientist Position in ICMR

ICMR, Mumbai, India invites Scientist Position in ICMR from eligible and interested candidates

About- Applications are invited for various project-based positions under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) funded project titled “Development of Snake Venom Research and Testing Centre” (Project ID: IIRPIG-2025-01-02077). The project aims to strengthen research related to snake venom analysis, venom collection, and related biochemical studies.

Research/Job Area-

The positions are associated with several research programmes, including:

• NGS & Bioinformatics
• Public health and health technology assessment
• Rural health research
• Drone-enabled healthcare delivery and telemedicine
• Protein cloning, expression and purification
• Molecular biology and immunology
• Malaria sero-surveillance
• Sickle cell disease clinical research
• Digital diabetes prevention and mHealth
• Community and field-based health research
• Dengue immunology, virology and pathophysiology
• Public health surveys and data analysis
• Laboratory investigations and blood collection

For example, the Project Research Scientist-II position under ADOPT-HTAIn (Health Technology Assessment in India) involves NGS/bioinformatics analysis, team supervision, public-health research, molecular diagnostics, microbial pathogen work, biosafety and quality control. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Location- 

Primary Venue:
ICMR–National Institute of Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR)
Nagpur Road, Post Garha
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – 482003, India

Some project-specific positions will be posted at designated locations, including MRHRU, Jheet, Durg and MRHRU, Datia. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Eligibility/Qualification–

Eligibility varies by position.

Project Research Scientist-II

Candidates may require MBBS/BVSc/BDS with relevant postgraduate qualification and experience, or relevant PG/doctoral qualifications, depending on the position. For the ADOPT-HTAIn position, candidates with MBBS/BVSc/BDS plus relevant postgraduate qualification or PhD and relevant experience are eligible. Knowledge of computer applications/data-management tools is desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Research Scientist-II – Non-Medical

A Postgraduate degree in Life Science or equivalent, including an integrated PG degree, with three years’ post-qualification experience or PhD. PhD in Life Science, relevant R&D experience and knowledge of computer applications/data management are desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Research Scientist-I

A Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject, including an integrated PG degree. Relevant experience in public health research, field data collection, data management, statistical analysis and scientific writing is desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Consultant (Medical)

MBBS/BDS from a recognized university. Experience in clinical trials, public health research, field-based patient follow-up, data management and scientific documentation is desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Nurse-IV

Degree in Nursing from an institute recognized by the Nursing Council of India, with three years’ experience as a Staff Nurse. Clinical nursing, community/public health research and field-programme experience are desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Nurse-III

Four-year Nursing course. Experience in clinical assessment, participant interviews, field-based data collection and NCD screening is desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Field Officer

Graduate in Science/relevant subject with three years’ work experience from a recognized institution, or PG in a relevant subject. Field survey, community research, data collection, MS Office and documentation experience are desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Technical Support-III

Three-year graduate degree in a relevant subject/field with three years’ post-qualification experience, or PG in a relevant subject/field. Preference may be given to candidates with Social Work/Life Science backgrounds and experience in rural/tribal areas. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Assistant – Multipurpose (Admin)

Graduate in any discipline with two years’ experience in administrative work. Diploma in Office Management/PGDCA and computer typing knowledge are preferred. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Technical Support-II

12th pass with two years’ experience in the relevant subject/field. Experience in phlebotomy, hematology, biochemical/molecular investigations and computer applications is desirable. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Project Lab Technician-2

12th pass with two years’ relevant experience. DMLT and research/fieldwork experience in public-health projects are desirable.

Job/Position Description-

ICMR–National Institute of Tribal Health Research (NITHR), Jabalpur has invited applications for multiple project-based positions under various ICMR research projects. The recruitment includes Project Research Scientist, Consultant, Project Nurse, Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support, Project Assistant, and Project Lab Technician positions.

Candidates with qualifications in Medicine, Life Sciences, Public Health, Nursing, Social Sciences, Biotechnology/related sciences, and other relevant disciplines can apply depending on the position. The posts carry consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹67,000 plus applicable HRA. 1792734290_advt06_eng 1792734290_advt06_eng

Job Details

The notification states that the positions are purely temporary and co-terminable with the respective projects. 1792734290_advt06_eng 1792734290_advt06_eng

Designation

The recruitment includes:

• Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical)
• Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
• Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
• Consultant (Medical)
• Project Nurse-IV
• Project Nurse-III
• Project Field Officer
• Project Technical Support-III
• Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin)
• Project Technical Support-II
• Project Lab Technician-2

Selected candidates will work on ICMR-funded research projects and may be responsible for:

• Research and data analysis
• NGS and bioinformatics work
• Molecular and serological diagnostics
• Field surveys and community-based research
• Data collection, validation and management
• Clinical participant recruitment and follow-up
• Public health research
• Scientific documentation and report writing
• Laboratory investigations
• Blood/sample collection
• Coordination with healthcare facilities and government authorities
• Drone-enabled healthcare logistics research
• Research manuscript preparation
• Administrative and project-support activities
• Any other duties assigned by the Principal Investigator/competent authority. 1792734290_advt06_eng

How to Apply- 

This is a walk-in interview recruitment.

1. Download the prescribed application format from the ICMR-NITHR website.
2. Complete the application form.
3. Bring the duly filled application along with copies of educational, age and experience certificates and other required documents.
4. Appear at ICMR-NITHR, Jabalpur (M.P.) on the applicable walk-in date.
5. Candidates must report between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
6. Candidates arriving after 11:00 AM will not be allowed to enter the venue.
7. Only eligible candidates will be permitted to appear for the interview. 1792734290_advt06_eng

Walk-in Venue: ICMR-National Institute of Tribal Health Research, Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – 482003.

Last Date for Apply– 05/06 November 2026 (Walk-in)

Applications are submitted through the walk-in interview process:

• 05 November 2026 – Posts 01–07
• 06 November 2026 – Posts 08–14

Reporting Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

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