The Department of Evidence Synthesis (DOES), AIIMS Deoghar, invites applications from eligible candidates for contractual manpower positions under the Health Technology Assessment in India (HTAIn) Project funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, under the Principal Investigator, Dr. Seshadri Reddy Varikasuvu, Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, and Head, Department of Evidence Synthesis (DOES), AIIMS Deoghar.
The appointments are purely temporary and project-based. Eligibility criteria, age limits, qualifications, remuneration, leave entitlement, and job roles & responsibilities shall be governed by the HTAIn Guidelines (March 2024) issued by DHR. Leave shall be admissible as per the terms of engagement and prevailing Institute norms. The engagement will not confer any right to regular appointment or absorption in AIIMS Deoghar, DHR, or any other Government organization.
Scientist D (Medical/Non- Medical) / Senior Research Officer
Age Limit : 45 Years
Job Roles & Responsibilities
• Support and execute ongoing and new DHR programs and provide leadership in HTA research projects.
• Responsible for scientific and technical implementation of HTA projects.
• Coordinate HTAIn activities and stakeholder engagement.
• Process proposals, MoUs, TAC submissions, and project monitoring activities.
• Liaise with DHR, ICMR, Government Ministries, NHSRC, DGHS, and international partners.
• Organize workshops, seminars, TAC meetings, Board meetings, and stakeholder consultations.
• Draft reports and official documents.
• Perform any other duties assigned by DHR.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Assist in data management and analysis.
• Monitor interviewer compliance reports.
• Assist in drafting project documents and organizing training/workshops.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Medical – Essential: • MD/MS/DNB/MPH after MBBS with 6 years' research experience; OR
• MBBS with 8 years' experience; OR Postgraduate Diploma after MBBS with 5 years' experience; OR
• Ph.D. in Community Medicine, Preventive & Social Medicine, Paediatrics, Medicine, Tropical Medicine, Community Health Administration, Health Administration, Family Medicine, Epidemiology, Public Health or related field with 5 years' experience.
• Plus 2 years' experience in management of R&D projects.
Non-Medical – Essential:
• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field with 5 years' R&D/Teaching experience; OR
• First Class MPH/Pharm D/Master's Degree/MHA with 8 years' experience; OR
• Second Class M.Sc./MPH + Ph.D. with 8 years' experience.
• Plus 2 years' experience in management of R&D projects.
Senior Research Officer
: • Graduate in Science/relevant subject with 5 years' experience; OR
• Master's degree in a relevant subject; OR
• PharmD from a recognized institution.
Desirable : Post-doctoral experience and knowledge of Computer Applications/Data Management.
Scientist C (Medical/Non- Medical) / Research Officer
Age Limit : 40 Years
Job Roles & Responsibilities
• Support and execute ongoing and new DHR programs and provide leadership in HTA research projects.
• Responsible for scientific and technical implementation of HTA projects.
• Coordinate HTAIn activities and stakeholder engagement.
• Process proposals, MoUs, TAC submissions, and project monitoring activities.
• Liaise with DHR, ICMR, Government Ministries, NHSRC, DGHS, and international partners.
• Organize workshops, seminars, TAC meetings, Board meetings, and stakeholder consultations
.• Draft reports and official documents.
• Perform any other duties assigned by DHR.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Assist in data management and analysis.
• Monitor interviewer compliance reports.
• Assist in drafting project documents and organizing training/workshops.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Medical – Desirable : • Ph.D. in relevant public health/medical disciplines.
• Additional post-doctoral research/teaching experience. • Knowledge of Computer Applications/Data Management.
Non-Medical – Essential : • M.Sc. Life Sciences/MPH/MHA/M.Pharm/Pharm D with 4 years' experience in the relevant area.
Non-Medical – Desirable : • Ph.D. in Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology with 2 years' R&D/Teaching experience.
• Knowledge of Computer Applications, Business Intelligence Tools, and Data Management.
Research Officer :
• Graduate in Science/relevant subject with 4 years' experience; OR
• Master's degree in a relevant subject; OR• Pharm D from a recognized institution.
Field Officer
Age Limit : 35 Years
Job Roles & Responsibilities
• Coordinate and support field activities under the project.
• Conduct house listing and field surveys.
• Perform interviews and field data collection as per approved study protocol.
• Coordinate with partner institutes and project staff for smooth implementation of field activities.
• Assist in monitoring field activities and maintaining study documentation.
• Perform any other project- related duties assigned by the Principal Investigator/Project Coordinator.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Essential : • Graduate in Science/relevant subject with 3 years' work experience from a recognized institution;
OR
• Master's degree in the relevant subject; OR
• Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognized institution.
Field Investigator
Age Limit : 35 Years
Job Roles & Responsibilities
• Conduct house listing in designated study areas.
• Perform interviews and collect data in accordance with the approved research topic/study protocol.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of collected data.
• Coordinate with the Field Officer and project team during field activities.
• Perform any other field-related duties assigned under the project.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Essential :
• Graduate in Science/relevant subject with 3 years' work experience from a recognized institution; OR
• Master's degree in the relevant subject; OR
• Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognized institution.
* Age Relaxation for Administrative Officer: Relaxable up to 5 years for Government servants and SC/ST/OBC candidates in accordance with DoPT instructions issued from time to time. Further age relaxation may be considered for exceptionally qualified and experienced candidates or retired professionals engaged as consultants, if found suitable.
Consolidated Remuneration (Per Month)
Scientist D (Medical/Non-Medical) / Senior Research Officer : ₹78,000/- + HRA
Scientist C (Medical/Non-Medical) / Research Officer : ₹67,000/- + HRA
Field Officer : ₹25,000/- – ₹30,000/-
Field Investigator : ₹30,000/- ₹32,000/-
Terms & conditions
1. It is candidates' responsibility to ascertain and ensure their eligibility as per the prescribed qualification and experience. Any misinformation detected at any stage will make the candidate liable for legal action. Permission to appear in the selection process does not approve the eligibility of the candidate. Even after qualifying the selection process the candidate may be rendered disqualified at the time of document verification if he/ she does not fulfill essential eligibility criteria
2. Candidates should have not exceeded the age limit. Note: Cut-off-date for age limit will be as on last date of submission of application. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates shall be as per GOI norms.
3. The engagement of the above posts will be contractual and purely on temporary basis for a period of 12 months, extended for a maximum of one more year based upon performance, or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
4. The engagement under the externally funded project does not confer any right/claim whatsoever either explicitly or implicitly on the appointee for regular appointment in AIIMS Deoghar against any post or other under any legal conditions’ precedent.
5. The performance of the project staff will be reviewed every six months; in case not found satisfactory, it could be terminated with one month’s notice or one month’s stipend in lieu thereof.
6. No TA/DA will be given to the candidates for attending the interview.
7. Canvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification.
8. Private practice of any type is prohibited.
9. He / She can be posted at any place as per the requirement of the project including rural areas / field sites.
10. He / She is expected to conform to the rules of conduct and discipline as applicable to the institute employees.
11. The decision of the competent authority regarding the selection of the candidate will be final and no representation will be entertained in this regard.
Interested candidates satisfying the Eligibility conditions (ANNEXURE-I of this NOTIFICATION) may download the application form from the Institute’s website (aiimsdeoghar.edu.in). OR at the end of this Notification provided as ANNEXURE-II (APPLICATION Form).
Duly filled application form along with self-attested enclosures must reach the undersigned by 15.07.2026, 5:00 PM. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, which will be notified through email and/or the Institute website. The deadline may be extended, if required.
Applications must be sent by Registered/Speed Post, superscribing the envelope with “Post Applied For: ____________”, to the Principal Investigator :
Dr. Seshadri Reddy Varikasuvu
Associate Professor
Department of Biochemistry
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Deoghar
Jharkhand, India. PIN : 814117
IMPORTANT DATES
Last Date for receiving Applications : 15.7.2026
Filled Application Form along with necessarydocuments should be sent at (HARD Copy only) : To the address of the PI given above Publication of Eligibility List (check on aiimsdeoghar.edu.in/) and/or your email 30.7.2026
Date & Venue of Written : Test/ Skill Test/ Interview August 2026
Mode : Physical in-person
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