Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
Contractual / Regular

JIPMER Project Scientist Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 18, 2026
Project Research Scientist IProject Research Scientist I (PRS I)

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Ph.D91
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
Rs. 66,080/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years (as on 28.09.2026)
Job Location
Puducherry7Puducherry7

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 17, 2026

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Starts

Sep 17, 2026

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Deadline

Sep 28, 2026

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Exam Date

Sep 30, 2026

Application Window17 – 28 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date30 Sep 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

• Essential Educational Qualification: First Class Master's/Postgraduate Degree OR Second Class PG Degree with Ph.D. in a relevant life science/medical research discipline from a recognized university.
• Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of documented post-qualification experience in clinical trials or clinical research (employer letter detailing duties required).
• Certification: Mandatory valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification.
• Desirable: Experience in multicenter/pharma-sponsored oncology trials, clinical trial database software (REDCap/Epicollect), protocol writing, and IEC submissions.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit is 35 years as on the last date of receipt of applications (28.09.2026). Standard government relaxations apply for reserved categories as per guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

Application & CV Screening

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Written Test & Personal Interview

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Candidates are shortlisted based on academic qualifications, 2 years clinical research experience, and GCP certification. Shortlisted applicants will be called for a written screening test and/or personal interview scheduled for 30th September 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Department of Medical Oncology, RCC Annex, JIPMER (or conducted via videoconferencing). The selected candidate is expected to join on 5th October 2026.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview

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What is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.

Exam Tier / Mode

Written Screening Test

Total Duration

60 Minutes

Negative Marking

As per institutional screening test norms

Subject / SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Basics of Clinical Research & Oncology1515
Clinical Trial Design & Conduct1515
Clinical Trial Data Management & Analysis1010
Ethics, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) & Research Aptitude1010
Total5050

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Project Research Scientist I will be stationed in the Department of Medical Oncology, RCC Annex at JIPMER Puducherry, anchoring the National Cancer Grid (NCG) multicentric randomized Phase III POICE 2024 trial. Responsibilities encompass central project coordination across participating oncology centers in India, designing and monitoring Electronic Case Report Forms (eCRF), enforcing rigorous Good Clinical Practice (GCP) compliance, supervising site clinical teams, monitoring patient recruitment, and overseeing project finances.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely on contract basis with a likely duration of up to 5 years, aligned with external funding from the National Cancer Grid. The engagement carries no entitlement to permanent absorption or regularization in JIPMER. The primary work location is JIPMER, Puducherry.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As an extramural project role on consolidated pay, there is no direct promotional ladder. However, coordinating a prestigious multicenter Phase III oncology trial at an Institute of National Importance (INI) like JIPMER provides exceptional career credentials for senior clinical trial manager, regulatory affairs specialist, Scientist C/D, and faculty positions in premier institutions (TMC, AIIMS, ICMR).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Applications must be submitted strictly as a single consolidated PDF file to [email protected] on or before 28th September 2026, 10:00 PM; late or incomplete submissions will be rejected.
  • The PDF file must follow the mandatory naming convention: Candidate name_PRS-I_2026_application.pdf.
  • Candidates must furnish an employer letter clearly stating at least 2 years of post-qualification clinical research experience.
  • Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification proof is an absolute mandatory eligibility prerequisite.
  • The written test and interview will take place on 30th September 2026 at 11:00 AM at JIPMER (or via videoconferencing), with an expected joining date of 5th October 2026.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Unreserved (Project Post)1
  • Total1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed monthly consolidated salary of Rs. 66,080/- (inclusive of HRA). No additional allowances or perks are admissible.

Consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 66,080/- per month (inclusive of HRA) under National Cancer Grid (NCG) funding. No other allowances are payable. Likely duration is 5 years, co-terminus with project grant.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download Application Form: Download the official research recruitment application proforma annexed to the notification from the JIPMER website (jipmer.edu.in).
  2. Complete Application: Fill out the application form completely in block letters and attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  3. Collate Necessary Proofs: Compile self-attested copies of: Proof of Date of Birth, Postgraduate & Ph.D. degree certificates & marksheets, employer experience certificate explicitly detailing 2+ years of clinical trial conduct, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate.
  4. Merge into Single PDF: Combine the completed application form, CV, and all supporting certificates into a single consolidated PDF file.
  5. File Naming Rule: Name the PDF strictly following the convention: Candidate name_PRS-I_2026_application.pdf.
  6. Email Submission: Send the application PDF as an attachment to [email protected] with the email subject line "Application for the post of Project Research Scientist I (PRS I) - POICE 2024 Project" on or before 28th September 2026 by 10:00 PM.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee required).

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Completed applications with CV and documentary proofs must be emailed by 28th September 2026, 10:00 PM.

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