Opportunity for Pharma and Life Sciences candidates to Join CCRUM as Scientific Writer

The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India. Since its establishment in 1978, the CCRUM as the apex government organization for research in Unani Medicine has been engaged in conducting scientific research on the applied as well as fundamental aspects of Unani system of medicine. Consequently, over the past four decades of its existence, the Council has made significant strides in clinical research, drug standardization, survey and cultivation of medicinal plants, and literary research. Besides, research-oriented health extension services, and information, education and communication (IEC) activities have also been part of the Council’s programmes.

Eligible candidates are invited for Walk-in-Interview for the following contractual posts on the date and time indicated below. The Walk-in-Interviews will be held at CCRUM, Headquarters, 61-65, Institutional Area, opposite D-Block, Janakpuri, New Delhi-110058.

Post : Scientific Writer

No. of post : 01 post
Qualification : Having PG degree in Life Sciences (Botany, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacognosy and Microbiology) OR M.Sc. in Medicinal Plant OR M.Pharma or related disciplines as per the requirement of intended research work from a recognized institute.

Experience : The candidate shall have professional experience of 05-10 years OR minimum 3 years' experience in scientific writing /editing. Candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of computer applications such as MS Word, MS Excel and Power Point etc. is essential.

Desirable : Ph.D in any Life sciences. Minimum 03 research papers published in Scopus/Pubmed indexed reputed scientific journals. Previous experience of drafting and editing research publications, technical reports etc. Knowledge of Urdu/Arabic/Persian language. Retired Scientist /Faculty will be preferred

Age : For Open Market Not exceeding 45 years. For Retired Officials -Not exceeding 64 years.
The age ceiling for continuation of contract shall be 65 years as on the date of renewal of contract.

Place of posting : CCRUM, Headquarters, New Delhi.
Tenure : For one year

Consolidated Pay (As per M/o Ayush guidelines dated 01.04.2026) : For Open Market Rs. 60,000/- p.m. For Retired Officials -Last pay drawn at the time of retirement minus (-) Basic Pension plus (+) T.A (as per entitlement)

Job Description
1. To coordinate and manage issues related to regular publication of CCRUM's periodicals viz; Hippocratic Journal of Unani Medicine and Jahane-e-Tib
2. To provide editorial assistance in CCRUM's publications
3. To edit/review documents based on research outcomes
4. To compile technical report
5. To assist in drafting research proposals and to evaluate project reports

General Conditions
1. The walk-in-interview for the above mentioned posts will be held at CCRUM, Hqrs., New Delhi and selections will be made as indicated in the advertisement. Once posted, the candidate will not normally be transferred. However, the Council reserves the right to transfer candidates in any other Institutes/Units of the Council.
2. The candidates may be engaged against different programmes of the Council and duties will be assigned accordingly including field duties.
3. The eligibility of the candidates will be determined at the time of walk-in- interview.
4. If the candidate is employed in any Autonomous/Govt. or Private sector, may bring NOC from their employer.
5. The candidates should bring along the original educational/professional qualification and experience certificates, Pension Payment Order (in case of retired officials) at the time of walk-in-interview.
6. The competent authority reserves the right to postpone/cancel the recruitment exercise at any stage.
7. Interested candidates may also, in their own interest, ensure that they fulfil the eligibility conditions.
8. Candidates are requested to see Council’s website (ccrum.res.in) on regular basis for any announcement in this regard.
9. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending walk-in-interview.