Openings for Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry at JIPMER

Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) can trace its origins to the ‘Ecole de Medicine de Pondicherry’ established by the French Government in 1823. In 1956 foundation for new medical college was laid and in 1964, hospital was inaugurated. JIPMER became an institution of national importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India in the year 2008. It is an institution established for teaching, research and patient care in the area of health. JIPMER spreads over 192 acres. The institution houses one administrative block, one academic centre, one nursing college, seven hospital blocks, seven accessory services buildings and four residential complexes.

Post : Senior Research Fellow - 1 post

Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work on the following post(s) on a contract basis in a research project funded by an external agency at the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, as per the details below.

Likely duration : 1 year subjected to extension for another year
Consolidated remuneration : Rs. 42,000 + (20% HRA) / per month
Project title : Molecular and Pharmacogenetic marker evaluation in relation to toxicity and clinical response of acute lymphoblastic leukemia treatment in Indian children (MPGx-INDALL)
Funding Agency : DBT
Project investigator (PI) : Dr. Biswajit Dubashi
Pi's department : Medical Oncology

Nature of work / responsibilities and expectations
To perform genotyping of the candidate genetic variants, ELISA, LC-MS/MS, Routine sample processing, DNA extraction, Clinical data monitoring in paper and electronic CRF, reports preparation, assisting in data analyses, and performing tasks assigned by PI.

Eligibility criteria (Qualifications and experience)
A. Essential :
• M.Sc. Life Science / Biotechnology / Pharmacology / Biochemistry or Equivalent degree with NET / GATE qualification AND 1 year of research experience
(OR)
• M.Sc. Life Science / Biotechnology / Pharmacology / Biochemistry or Equivalent degree AND 3 year of research experience
(OR)
• Ph.D. in Life Science / Biotechnology / Pharmacology / Biochemistry or Equivalent degree.
B. Desirable :
• Experience gained should be in the field of molecular biology techniques, real time PCR, HPLC, LC- MS, Flow cytometry and NGS techniques.
• Knowledge of Computer applications and statistical software.

Maximum Age Limit : 35 years (as on last date of receipt of applications)
Eligible and interested candidates may attend the walk-in interview with the duly filled application form (attached), along with CV and supporting documents.

Notes :
1. Applications submitted in formats other than the prescribed template will not be considered.
Applicants will be shortlisted based on the details furnished in the application, CV, and the documentary proof provided. Eligible candidates will be asked to attend the written test/interview. The final selection will be based on CV, application, and written test/interview.

EVALUATION CRITERIA :
After the evaluation of the application form, the recruitment process will be as follows:
a. Written test
The written test will assess the following areas:
• Molecular Biology
• Clinical research (oncology)
• Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Basic knowledge of cancer, with a focus on Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
• Data entry skills.
• Proficiency in basic Excel and MS Word.
b. Interview
The interview will be conducted by a panel of experts and will evaluate the applicants:
• Knowledge in Molecular biology
• Understanding of clinical research and GCP and GLP principles.
• Communication skills.
• Aptitude for the role.

Terms and Conditions
1. This position is purely on contract basis for an externally sponsored project, and the person engaged will have no claim to any regular post in JIPMER at any time. Further, the position is only for the duration of the project and based purely on external funding support for the project.
2. The engagement may be extended or curtailed at discretion of the Project Investigator.
3. Qualification and experience should be in a relevant discipline/field and in a reputed institution/organization. The experience should have been gained after acquiring the essential qualification.
4. Qualification, experience, other terms, and conditions may be relaxed/ altered at the discretion of the Principal Investigator.
5. Valid email ID and mobile number are compulsory.
6. Consolidated salary of the post may vary from time to time. No other allowance/facilities other than consolidated salary shall be extended.
7. Submission of wrong or false information at any stage during the process of selection or canvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification or even termination if detected after the person has been engaged.
8. Only shortlisted candidates wil( be called for a written test and/or interview. Decision of the Project Investigator will be final. If the number of applications is very large, more stringent criteria than those specified above may be used to determine eligibility.
9. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
10. Incomplete applications and applications that are not in the prescribed format and those not fulfilling the essential criteria above are likely to be summarily rejected. Candidates may attach their CVs with the application form. However, applications with CV alone and without the prescribed form and certificates will be rejected.

Interviews for the post may be conducted in person or via videoconferencing, at the discretion of the Principal Investigator. In the latter case, it will be the individual candidate's responsibility to ensure access to a suitable device (computer/ laptop/ mobile) with audio and camera facilities, and an adequate internet connection.

Date and time of walk-in interview will be 2nd June 2025 (Monday) at 9 AM
Location : Dept of Medical Oncology, 3rd Floor, SS Block, JIPMER, Puducherry-605006