Project Research Scientist-III Recruitment 2026 – PGIMER Chandigarh
PGIMER Chandigarh Project Research Scientist-III Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2 Medical and Non-Medical research positions under an ICMR-funded EPI-Curb clinical trial. Salary up to ₹93,000 + 20% HRA. Check eligibility, experience, age limit and project details.
Posted Date: 04-10-2026
Organization: PGIMER Chandigarh
About the Research Project
The vacancies are under the ICMR-funded project titled:
“Hormonal therapy for Antiepileptogenesis in high-risk Infants with neonatally Acquired Brain Injury: Multicenter, Double-blind, Preventive, Randomized Placebo-controlled Phase 2 trial – The EPI-Curb trial”
The research project is being conducted under the supervision of Dr. Priyanka Madaan, Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, PGIMER Chandigarh.
Vacancy Details
1. Project Research Scientist-III – Medical
Vacancy: 01
Maximum Age: 45 years
Salary: ₹93,000 per month + 20% HRA
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess either of the following:
Option 1:
- MBBS/BDS
- Postgraduate Degree such as MD/MDS/MPH, including integrated PG degrees
- 3 years of post-qualification experience
OR
Option 2:
- MBBS/BDS
- MPH/PhD
- 3 years of post-qualification experience
Desirable Experience
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- Experience working in a clinical trial
- Experience in paediatric epilepsy
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
2. Project Research Scientist-III – Non-Medical
Vacancy: 01
Maximum Age: 45 years
Salary: ₹78,000 per month + 20% HRA
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess either:
Option 1:
- Postgraduate Degree, including integrated PG degrees
- 5 years of post-qualification experience
OR
Option 2:
- PhD
- 2 years of post-qualification experience
Desirable Experience
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- Experience working in a clinical trial
- Experience in paediatric epilepsy
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
Salary Details
| Position | Monthly Salary | HRA |
|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-III – Medical | ₹93,000 | 20% |
| Project Research Scientist-III – Non-Medical | ₹78,000 | 20% |
Age Limit
The maximum age prescribed for both Project Research Scientist-III positions is 45 years.
Appointment Duration
The positions are purely contractual.
The initial appointment will continue until the completion of the first year of the project, i.e. 30 September 2027.
The appointments may subsequently be extended periodically by the funding agency, subject to applicable conditions and satisfactory continuation of the project.
The maximum project period is stated as 4 years, with the project extending up to 30 September 2030.
Selection / Application Process
The supplied vacancy notice excerpt does not provide the complete application procedure.
The following details are not visible in the provided information:
- Exact application mode
- Application submission address/email
- Required application form
- List of documents to be submitted
- Selection/interview schedule
- Detailed application instructions
Therefore, candidates should refer to the complete recruitment notification issued by PGIMER Chandigarh for the application procedure before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Posted On | 03 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 07 October 2026 |
| Initial Appointment Until | 30 September 2027 |
| Maximum Project Period Until | 30 September 2030 |
Address
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
Chandigarh, India