The PGIMER owes its inception to the vision of late Sardar Partap Singh Kairon, the then Chief Minister of Punjab and the distinguished medical educationists of the then combined state of Punjab, supported by the first Prime Minister of India Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru who considered the institutions of scientific knowledge as temples of learning and the places of pilgrimage. The institute started in 1962 and Pt Jawahar Lal Nehru inaugurated the hospital now named “Nehru Hospital” on 7th July 1963.
Post : Senior Research Fellow - One post
No of post : One
Project Name : ANRF-Funded Project : "iPSC-Derived Liver Organoids for Multi-Axial Drug Testing, PBPK-Guided Dose Optimization, and Clinical Evaluation in Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease"
About the Research Opportunity : The project brings together basic science, computational research, and clinical medicine to improve the understanding of alcohol-associated liver disease and support the development of safer and more individualized approaches to drug treatment. The selected candidate will work in a collaborative environment involving clinicians, basic scientists, and computational biologists. The position offers an opportunity to learn advanced research methods, address clinically relevant scientific questions, and contribute to research that may improve patient care.
Essential Qualification : Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, including Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Biomedical Sciences, or another related field. The candidate should have a minimum of two years of research experience after completion of the Master's 1 degree, as per applicable funding-agency and institutional requirements.
Who Should Apply : Candidates from basic-science, biomedical, computational, and allied backgrounds j are encouraged to apply. Applicants are not expected to possess expertise in every component of the project. Responsibilities will be aligned with the selected candidate's previous experience, aptitude, and research interests. Appropriate guidance and training will be provided.
Desirable Experience
Experience in one or more of the following areas would be useful
• Cell culture, stem-cell research, organoids, molecular biology, or related laboratory techniques
• Bioinformatics or biological data analysis
• Mathematical, pharmacokinetic, or PBPK modelling
• Machine learning or statistical analysis
• Clinical or biomedical data collection and analysis
• Scientific writing and preparation of research reports These skills are desirable and are not expected to be present in a single candidate. Motivated candidates with a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
Expected Responsibilities
Depending on the candidate's background, responsibilities may include selected activities such as:
• Experimental or computational components of the project
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting laboratory and clinical research data
• Conducting literature reviews and scientific documentation
• Coordinating with clinicians, laboratory researchers, and data-analysis teams
• Preparing presentations, progress reports, manuscripts, and research outputs
• Participating in project meetings and research discussions
The final work plan will be defined as per project requirements.
Learning and Career-Development Opportunities
The selected candidate will receive opportunities for:
• Mentorship from clinical and research faculty
• Training in relevant laboratory, computational, or clinical-research methods
• Exposure to interdisciplinary and translational liver-disease research
• Participation in scientific presentations and manuscript preparation
• Development of skills relevant to doctoral studies, academic research, biotechnology, healthcare, and data-science careers
• Appropriate authorship or acknowledgement based on contribution and IGME guidelines
Age Limit : Below 35 years, subject to applicable rules and permissible age relaxations.
Nature of Appointment : Temporary and co-terminus with the project.
Tenure : Initially for one year and extendable according to the sanctioned project duration, satisfactory performance, availability of funds, and applicable institutional rules.
Salary : Rs. 42,000 per month plus 20% HRA, subject to sanction letter 1
Place of Work : Department of Hepatology, PGIMER, Chandigarh 160012
Reporting Officer : Dr. Nipun Verma, Additional Professor, Department of Hepatology, PGIMER, 1 Chandigarh
Joining : At the earliest after completion of the selection.
Application Documents : i Candidates should combine the following documents into a single PDF file:
1. Updated CV 2. Brief statement of research interests and relevant experience
Application Email : drnipu.projects@gmail.com
Email Subject : Application for Senior Research Fellow - ANRF Liver Organoid Project
Application Deadline : 21.7.2026
Selection Process : Applications will be reviewed on the basis of academic background, relevant 1 experience, research aptitude, and alignment with the project. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through both email and/or telephone. The interview will also provide candidates with an opportunity to understand the project, expected responsibilities, available mentorship, and learning opportunities.
Interview Date and Time : 23.7.2026 11:00 AM
Interview Venue : Room No. 35, Ground Floor, A2 Block Nehru Hospital Extension Block Department of Hepatology PGIMER, Chandigarh 160012
Online Interview : An online-interview option may be considered for shortlisted outstation candidates, 1 subject to committee's approval.
Motivated candidates who wish to develop interdisciplinary research skills and contribute to scientifically and clinically relevant work in liver disease, medicine, and patient care are strongly encouraged to apply.
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