Research Career for Pharma candidate under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Guwahati (NIPER-G) is an autonomous institute of National importance and the first national pharma institute in northeast India set up by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Govt. of India by an act of parliament, to impart high-quality Education & Research in the area of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The Institute intends to fill the following Project positions through Online/Physical interviews for the “Technical Resource Hub under the Centre for Evidence- Based Guidelines” sponsored by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India.

Project Scientist - III
Fellowship : Rs. 78,000 + HRA (Rs. 15,600)
Project : Technical Resource Hub under the Centre for Evidence- Based Guidelines.
Sponsoring Agency : Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India.
Duration : The position is initially for 12 months, with the possibility of further extension subject to performance.

Qualifications and Experience : Essential : Post Graduate Degree in Pharmacy Practice/ Clinical Pharmacy/ Clinical Pharmacology/ Clinical Epidemiology/ Public Health/ Biostatistics/ Health Economics/ Health Technology Assessment or Pharm.D with 5 years post-qualification experience in Teaching/Research/Industry. OR Ph.D. in Pharmacy Practice/ Clinical Pharmacy/ Clinical Pharmacology/ Clinical Epidemiology/ Public Health/ Biostatistics/ Health Economics/ Health Technology Assessment with 2 years post-qualification experience in Teaching/Research/Industry.
Desirable : Preference will be given to the candidate with :
• Experience in conducting systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and network meta-analysis.
• Hands-on experience in conducting meta-analysis using RevMan, CMA, STATA, R Programming, or Python.
• Expertise in assessing the quality of evidence using the GRADE approach.
• Publications on systematic review and meta-analysis as first or corresponding author in SCI journals.
• Involving in the preparation of healthcare guidelines.
• Guiding postgraduate or undergraduate research work.
•Receiving extramural grants for conducting the research or evidence synthesis work.
Max. Age Limit : 45 years

Project Scientist - II
Fellowship : Rs. 67,000 + HRA (Rs. 13,400)
Project : Technical Resource Hub under the Centre for Evidence- Based Guidelines.
Sponsoring Agency : Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India..
Duration : The position is initially for 12 months, with the possibility of further extension subject to performance.

Qualifications and Experience : Essential : Post Graduate Degree in Pharmacy Practice/ Clinical Pharmacy/ Clinical Pharmacology/ Clinical Epidemiology/ Public Health/ Biostatistics/ Health Economics/ Health Technology Assessment or Pharm.D with 3 years of Teaching/Research/Industrial experience.
OR
Ph.D. in Pharmacy Practice/ Clinical Pharmacy/ Clinical Pharmacology/ Clinical Epidemiology/ Public Health/ Biostatistics/ Health Economics / Health Technology Assessment.
Desirable : Preference will be given to the candidate with :
• Experience in conducting systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and network meta-analysis.
• Hands-on experience in conducting meta-analysis using RevMan, CMA, STATA, R Programming, or Python.
• Expertise in assessing the quality of evidence using the GRADE approach.
• Publications on systematic review and meta-analysis as first or corresponding author in SCI journals.
Max. Age Limit : 40 years

General Instructions
1. Nationality: Only candidates of Indian Nationality are eligible to apply for these positions.
2. Application Timeline: Interested candidates must apply using the prescribed format available on the Institute website (niperguwahati.ac.in). The application portal will be active from 21.04.2026 to 06.05.2026.
3. Application Mode: It is mandatory to submit applications online. No other forms of application will be entertained. Candidates are advised to keep high-quality scanned copies of all required supporting documents ready before starting the application process.
4. Eligibility Verification: Candidates must ensure they meet the minimum essential qualifications, age, and experience criteria as laid down in the advertisement. Screening will be based strictly on the data submitted in the application form. Providing false or incorrect information will lead to immediate rejection of the candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.
5. Finality of Submission: Once an application is submitted, it cannot be altered or resubmitted. No requests for changes to data or particulars will be entertained after the final submission. 6. Documentation: Incomplete applications or those missing self-attested supporting documents (e.g., Proof of Date of Birth, Degree Certificates, Mark Sheets, and Experience Certificates) will be summarily rejected.
7. Relaxation of Criteria: Upon the recommendation of the Screening/Selection Committee, the Competent Authority reserves the right to relax age and experience requirements in exceptionally meritorious cases.
8. Selection Prerogative: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call. The Institute reserves the right to set higher benchmarks for shortlisting and the right not to fill any of the advertised positions due to administrative exigencies.
9. Communication: All official intimations will be sent exclusively via Email or hosted on the Institute website. Candidates should regularly check their registered email and the NIPER Guwahati website for updates.
10. Language Interpretation: In the event of any dispute regarding the interpretation of clauses in versions other than English, the English version available on the NIPER Guwahati website shall be considered authoritative.

11. Canvassing : CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION OF THE CANDIDATURE.
12. Nature of Appointment : Appointments are strictly on a contractual basis for one year, extendable based on performance and fund availability. These are temporary project positions and do not carry any claim for regularization or permanent appointment against any Institute post. Any subsequent engagement will be treated as a fresh appointment.
13. Age Limit : The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be the last date of application i.e., 06.05.2026.
14. Interview Mode: Interviews will be conducted in a hybrid mode (both physical and online).
15. Attendance Preference: While candidates are encouraged to attend the interview physically, those unable to do so may participate online. The list of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the Institute website; shortlisted individuals will receive the link via email one day prior to the scheduled interview.