Research Recruitment at PGIMER - Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology apply

Applications are invited for the following posts on purely temporary basis in the ICMR-funded multicentric research project entitled "Assessing Phenytoin and Levetiracetam Efficacy, Cost- Effectiveness, and CYP2C9/SV2A Polymorphism in Early Post-Traumatic Seizures: A Multicentric Prospective Randomized Trial" (ICMR F. No. EM/Dev/IG/15/1210/2023), PGIMER Chandigarh centre, under Site Principal Investigator Dr. Apinderpreet Singh, Additional Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, PGIMER, Chandigarh, as per the details given below

Post : Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) ; Project Technical Support-II

Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
Number of Post : 01
Essential Qualification : Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc./M.Tech./M.Pharm.) in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Pharmacology / Microbiology / Zoology / Molecular Biology or related subject from a recognized University, OR First Class four-year Graduate Degree in a relevant subject.
Experience : Relevant research experience in HPLC, RT-PCR / qPCR and molecular biology techniques is required.
Desirable :
• Hands-on experience of HPLC (drug-level / therapeutic drug monitoring).
• RT-PCR / qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, genotyping / SNP (polymorphism) analysis.
• Experience in clinical research projects (Neurosurgery / Neurology / TBI preferred) and GCP knowledge.
Age Limit : 35 years (as on the last date of application). Age relaxation as per Gol norms.
Job Profile : Screening and recruitment of Traumatic Brain Injury patients, informed consent, randomization and follow-up. Collection and processing of blood samples; estimation of serum phenytoin / levetiracetam levels by HPLC; DNA extraction and CYP2C9 / SV2A polymorphism analysis by RT-PCR / molecular methods. Maintenance of CRFs and data entry, report writing, and coordination with the nodal centre and other participating centres.
Job Duration : Up to 14.03.2028, co-terminus with the project (remaining project duration approx. 1 year 4 months). Initial appointment for the remaining period, subject to satisfactory performance.
Place of Work : PGIMER, Chandigarh (as per project requirement)
Monthly Emoluments : as per ICMR norms

Project Technical Support-II
Number of Post : 01
Essential Qualification : Graduate in Science (B.Sc. MLT / BMLT / B.Sc. Life Sciences / Biotechnology) from a recognized University, OR three-year Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Experience : Laboratory / project experience with knowledge of sample processing, HPLC, RT-PCR and molecular techniques.
Desirable
• Hands-on experience of RT-PCR / PCR, DNA extraction and HPLC.
• Experience of working in a research project; proficiency in MS Excel / data entry.
Age Limit : 30 years (as on the last date of application). Age relaxation as per Gol norms.
Job Profile : Blood sample collection, processing, aliquoting, storage and transport. Assisting in HPLC analysis, DNA extraction and RT-PCR work. Laboratory record keeping, data entry in Excel / CRFs, stock maintenance and other project-related work as assigned by the PI.
Job Duration : Up to 14.03.2028, co-terminus with the project (remaining project duration approx. 1 year 4 months). Initial appointment for the remaining period, subject to satisfactory performance.
Place of Work : PGIMER, Chandigarh (as per project requirement)
Monthly Emoluments : as per ICMR norms

How to Apply
Interested candidates fulfilling the above conditions are required to fill Attached Google form and fill the attached form then submit complete bio-data duly signed and enclosing therewith photocopies of certificates/testimonials in support of date of birth, qualification/experience etc. and affixed with latest passport size photograph latest by 28-10.2026. Only Google form accepted, don’t send any CV on given Email ID.

General Terms & Conditions
1. All salaries and experience will be as per 1CMR guidelines.
2. The posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The candidate will have no right to claim permanent employment under Govt, of India / PG1MER or continuation in any other project.
3. All educational, professional and technical qualifications should be from a recognized Board / University.
4. The experience required shall be counted after obtaining the minimum essential qualification.
5. Age / qualification / experience will be considered as on the last date of application.
6. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail for the online interview. No separate interview letter will be sent.
7. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.
8. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
9. Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date will not be entertained.
10. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates will be given against reserved posts only.