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CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, is a premier Institute working under the aegis of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), an autonomous body under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.

This Institute invites applications from eligible, interested and highly motivated candidates for the following project-based position, purely on a temporary basis, under the ANRF funded project No. GAP-3199 entitled “Preclinical evaluation of Isobavachalcone derivatives as a Nurr1 agonist and NLRP3 inflammasome inhibitor: A multitarget therapeutic approach for Parkinson’s Diseases” tenable at CSIR- IIIM, Jammu

Post : Project Associate-I [One Position]

Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry or / M. Pharm / M.S. in Natural Products / Medicinal Chemistry /Pharmacognosy or equivalent from a recognized University or Institute. OR Four-year Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent.

Desirable Qualification : I. Research experience in Extraction & Isolation techniques (Chromatography purification, HPLC, etc) and characterization Techniques (IR, MS, HR- MS, NMR, etc.) of natural products
II. Related publications, if any

Upper Age Limit : 50 yrs

Stipend (per month in ₹) : i) 37,000/- a + HRA** OR ii) 30,000/- b +HRA** (as applicable )

Mode of Selection : Online through MS Teams

a) For those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET incl. Lecturership/Assistant Professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National Level Examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or their Agencies/ Institutions.
(b) For those who do not fall under (a) above.

General Terms, Conditions & Instructions :
1) The engagement will initially be for a period of ONE YEAR or until the project duration, whichever is earlier. It may be extended or curtailed depending on the project requirements and the performance/conduct of the incumbent(s). The current duration of the project is up to 13.07.2029.
2) The tenure of engagement shall be co-terminus with the project. However, under no circumstances shall the total tenure exceed six years, including engagement in all CSIR labs. Performance will be reviewed periodically and unsatisfactory performance may lead to termination without any notice or reason
3) The position(s) are purely temporary and are on behalf of the sponsor and, therefore, not confer any right on the incumbent(s) to any claim, implicit or explicit, for absorption on any post in CSIR-IIIM/CSIR.
4) Candidates will have the option to interact in English/Hindi before the Selection Committee.
5) Relaxation in age limit will be given as per Govt. of India Rules. Age will be reckoned as on the date of the Interview.
6) Upon selection/empanelment, the original documents, including eligibility qualification, DOB, caste, and age relaxation certificate, will be verified; if any discrepancy is found, the selection/empanelment shall stand cancelled.
7) The number of positions may vary depending upon the project requirements at the time of Interview.
8) The Director, CSIR-IIIM reserves the right to not to fill any or all advertised positions.
9) Canvassing in any form will be treated as disqualification for the positions.
10) Candidates currently engaged in any project at CSIR-IIIM must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) before applying for any new vacancy. Applications/ candidature/ selection of such candidates will only be considered if the NOC has been issued by the office.
11) Interim enquiries will not be entertained.
12) No TA/DA shall be paid for attending the interview.

Mode of Selection : Selection is to be done on the basis of Interview; however, if a large number of candidates apply, the Screening Committee may revisit the Screening criteria, if required.

Important Dates : Last Date to Apply and document submission : 18th August 2026 up to 05:30 pm
List of Shortlisted Candidates and Interview Date to be displayed on website : 19th August 2026

For any queries, please email to : Dr. Ramajayan Pandain, Scientsit-D; pramajayan.iiim@csir.res.in
Dr. J S Momo Hmungshel, Scientist- D ; hmunshel.jasha@iiim.res.in