AIIMS Kalyani Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for appointment on a purely contractual basis in the Broad Institute – National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA funded research project titled “Asian Bipolar Genetics Network (A-BIG-NET)” under Dr. Aniruddha Basu, Additional Professor and Site Principal Investigator, Department of Psychiatry, AIIMS Kalyani. Eligible candidates may apply in the attached proforma (Annexure). The filled-in application form, along with self-attested copies of certificates of age, qualifications and experience, should be emailed to [email protected] by 30.10.2026 5pm. The walk-in interview will be held on 31.10.2026 from 9:00 AM at the Psychiatry IPD, Dhanvantari Building, AIIMS Kalyani. No candidate will be allowed to report after 9:30 AM.

AIIMS Kalyani Project Associate-I (Biological Sciences) at a Glance

About AIIMS Kalyani Project Associate-I (Biological Sciences)

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Kalyani is a Statutory Body under the Aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GoI, located at NH-34 Connector, Basantapur, Saguna, Kalyani, District Nadia, West Bengal - 741245. The selected candidate shall be employed under the Broad Institute – National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA funded research project titled “Asian Bipolar Genetics Network (A-BIG-NET)”, and NOT directly under AIIMS Kalyani.

Vacancy Details

There is a total of 01 vacancy available for the Project Associate-I (Biological Sciences) post under the A-BIG-NET project.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications, age limits, and experience criteria specified for the post.

Essential Qualifications

• Four-year Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Biological Sciences from a recognised university, or equivalent.
• Must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC NET)/GATE or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience of working in a research project in a recognised institute.

Desirable Qualifications

• Publications in indexed journals in the relevant field.

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 35 years.

Pay and Tenure

The selected candidate will receive ₹37,000/- per month + HRA (as applicable). No allowances or facilities other than the consolidated emoluments shall be admissible. The above post is to be filled purely on a contractual basis for a period of 6 months or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier, as per approval from the competent authority.

AIIMS Kalyani Project Associate-I (Biological Sciences) Job Description

The selected candidate will work under Dr. Aniruddha Basu, Additional Professor and Site Principal Investigator, Department of Psychiatry, AIIMS Kalyani, for the Broad Institute – National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA funded research project titled “Asian Bipolar Genetics Network (A-BIG-NET)”.

How to Apply for AIIMS Kalyani Project Associate-I (Biological Sciences)

1. Eligible candidates may apply in the attached proforma (Annexure).
2. Fill in the application form completely with all required details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of certificates of age, qualifications, and experience.
4. Email the filled-in application form, along with self-attested copies of certificates of age, qualifications and experience, to [email protected] by 30.10.2026 5pm.
5. Attend the walk-in interview on 31.10.2026 from 9:00 AM at the Psychiatry IPD, Dhanvantari Building, AIIMS Kalyani.

Selection and Interview

Eligibility will be decided on the basis of document verification by the Selection Committee and the competent authority. The walk-in interview will be held on 31.10.2026 from 9:00 AM at the Psychiatry IPD, Dhanvantari Building, AIIMS Kalyani. No candidate will be allowed to report after 9:30 AM. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• It is the candidate's responsibility to ascertain and ensure their eligibility as per the prescribed qualifications and experience. If any declaration given or information furnished by the candidate proves false, or if the candidate is found to have wilfully suppressed any material information, he/she will be liable for removal from service and such other action as the Government may deem necessary.
• The appointment will not vest any right in the candidate to claim regular appointment, permanent absorption in AIIMS Kalyani, or continued contractual appointment.
• The contract will automatically expire on completion of the project duration, or earlier in case of withdrawal of support by the funding agency. The contractual appointment can be terminated at any time by either side by giving 30 days' notice or salary in lieu thereof.
• The leave entitlement of the appointee shall be governed by the AIIMS Kalyani leave policy as amended from time to time.
• No hostel or any other accommodation will be provided by the Institute.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• The prescribed qualifications are the minimum, and merely possessing them does not entitle a candidate to selection.
• The decision of the Selection Committee and the competent authority at AIIMS Kalyani regarding the selection of candidates will be final, and no representation in any manner will be entertained in this regard.
• The appointment is full-time, and private practice of any kind is prohibited.
• The appointee is expected to conform to the rules of conduct and discipline applicable to Institute employees.
• The competent authority reserves the right to amend, cancel or change this advertisement, in whole or in part, without assigning any reason or giving notice.
• All disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of law at Kolkata.

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