JIPMER, Puducherry, is hiring for 6 contract posts in an ICMR-funded project on heat exposure among workers: 1 Project Research Scientist-III (Medical), 3 Project Technical Support-III and 2 Project Technical Support-I. You apply by email, sending the prescribed application form with your CV and documents scanned into one PDF. Applications must reach the project by 5.00 pm on 5 November 2026. Monthly pay is a consolidated Rs. 21,600 to Rs. 1,11,600, depending on the post.
JIPMER Project Technical Support-I and Other Posts Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry |
| Advertisement number | JIP/PSM/ICMR/HEALTH/10-2 |
| Notice date | 23.10.2026 |
| Posts | Project Research Scientist-III (Medical), Project Technical Support-III, Project Technical Support-I |
| Total vacancies | 6 (1 + 3 + 2, added from the per-post numbers; the notice prints no overall total) |
| Nature of job | Contract, in an externally funded research project |
| Funding agency | ICMR |
| How to apply | By email to [email protected] |
| Last date | 05.11.2026 (up to 5.00 pm) |
The official notification does not specify the application fee, and it gives no age limit for the Project Research Scientist-III (Medical) post.
About JIPMER
The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) is a medical education and research institute at Dhanvantri Nagar, Puducherry. These posts are in the research project "Heat Exposure Assessment and Labour Tailored Interventions: A Holistic Approach for Building Climate-Resilient Workplaces in Selected Occupational Groups (HEALTH)". ICMR funds the project. It is run by Dr. Palanivel C in the Department of PSM, JIPMER. According to the application form, the work involves travel to the field and to other centres for the study.
JIPMER Project Technical Support-I and Other Posts Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-III (Medical) | 1 | Rs 1,11,600 (Rs. 93,000 + 20% HRA) |
| Project Technical Support-III | 3 | Rs. 33,600 (Rs. 28,000 + 20% HRA) |
| Project Technical Support-I | 2 | Rs. 21,600 (Rs. 18,000 + 20% HRA) |
No other allowances or facilities are paid beyond the consolidated salary, and the notice says this salary may vary from time to time.
JIPMER Project Technical Support-I and Other Posts Eligibility 2026
Age Limit (as on the last date of receipt of applications)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Project Technical Support-III | 35 years |
| Project Technical Support-I | 28 years |
Project Research Scientist-III (Medical)
Essential: MBBS/BDS with Postgraduate Degree (MD/MDS) with three years experience (or) PhD in Environmental Health or Occupational Health from a recognized university or institution.
Desirable:
- Good communication skills in Tamil and English
- Proficiency in any one data analysis software (SPSS/STATA/R or any other software) and data management software (EpiCollect/REDCap/EpiData)
- Experience in environmental health related research
Project Technical Support-III
Essential:
- Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university + three years of experience, or PG in relevant subject/field (public health/environment)
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data management software (Epicollect/REDCap)
- Ability to converse in Tamil fluently
Desirable: Previous experience in handling research data, especially in health research projects, and at least one year of experience in data management.
Project Technical Support-I
Essential:
- Graduate degree from a recognized university
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data management software (Epicollect/REDCap)
- Ability to converse in Tamil fluently
Desirable: Previous experience in health research projects, and at least one year of experience in field work or data management.
Qualifications and experience must be in a relevant discipline or field and from a reputed institution or organisation. Experience counts only if it was gained after acquiring the essential qualification. The Principal Investigator may relax or change the qualification, experience and other terms. For the full eligibility of each post, see the official notification.
Selection Process
Applicants are shortlisted on the basis of the details in the application, the CV and the documentary proof provided. The list of eligible candidates will also be shown on the JIPMER website. Only shortlisted candidates are called for the written test and/or interview. If there are a very large number of applications, stricter criteria may be used to decide eligibility. The final selection is based on the CV, the application and the written test/interview, and the Project Investigator's decision is final.
Project Research Scientist-III (Medical)
| Stage | Areas Covered |
|---|---|
| Written test | Overview of health research methodology, ethical guidelines in health research, environmental health, heat stress, documentation and reporting standards, and knowledge of institutional and financial procedures |
| Skill test | Case-based scenarios |
| Interview | Overview of health research methodology, ethical guidelines in health research, environmental health, heat stress, documentation and reporting standards, knowledge of institutional and financial procedures, and case-based scenarios |
Project Technical Support-III and Project Technical Support-I
| Stage | Areas Covered |
|---|---|
| Written test | Ethical guidelines in health research, environmental health, heat stress, MS Office tools, data collection tools and data management |
| Skill test | Case-based scenarios |
| Interview | Ethical guidelines in health research, environmental health, heat stress, MS Office tools, data collection tools and data management |
At the Principal Investigator's discretion, interviews may be held in person or by video conferencing. For an online interview, candidates must arrange their own computer, laptop or mobile with audio and camera, and a stable internet connection. The date and time of the interview will be announced one week in advance. No TA/DA is paid for attending.
Service Conditions
- Each post is listed with a likely duration of three years. The terms and conditions say the project runs for four years, with an initial appointment of one year and an extension for the next year depending on performance.
- The Project Investigator may extend or end the engagement early.
- The post is purely on a contract basis in an externally sponsored project, and the person engaged will have no claim to any regular post in JIPMER at any time. It lasts only as long as the project's external funding.
- Giving wrong or false information, or canvassing of any kind, leads to disqualification, or to termination if it comes to light after joining.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 23.10.2026 |
| Last date for emailing applications | 05.11.2026, up to 5.00 pm |
| Interview date and time | Notified one week in advance |
How to Apply for JIPMER Project Technical Support-I and Other Posts Recruitment 2026
- Print the application form (REC-03), which is attached to the official notification, on A4 paper. Fill it in block letters with a blue pen.
- Write the post name at the top. Affix a recent passport-size photo without stapling it. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications from SSLC onwards, previous employment and language proficiency.
- Complete the optional sections: your experience in up to 500 words, research experience or publications, whether you are willing to travel to the field, and contact details of previous employers. Then sign the declaration.
- Scan the filled form, your CV and supporting documents into one PDF. Name the file "Candidate name_Post-name_year_application", for example "James_DEO_2023_application".
- Email the PDF to [email protected] with the name of the post in the subject line, by 5.00 pm on 5 November 2026.
- If you are applying for two or more posts, fill a separate form for each post and send each one with its documents in a separate email.
Documents to attach, all self-attested and in this order:
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence)
- Certificate showing your age (Tenth equivalent / High School Certificate)
- Degrees/Diplomas
- Experience certificates (proof of work as PDFs)
- SC/ST/OBC proof, if applicable
- Any other relevant documents
You must give a valid email ID and mobile number. Applications that are incomplete, not in the prescribed format or do not meet the essential criteria may be rejected without further review. An application with only a CV, without the prescribed form and certificates, will be rejected.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification and application form (PDF) | JIPMER notification (PDF) |
| Email for applications | [email protected] |
