JIPMER Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 2 Project Technical Support, Project Nurse Posts

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, will hold a walk-in interview on 13 November 2026 at 9 AM at Dept of Medical Oncology, 3rd Floor, SS Block, JIPMER, Puducherry-605006. Under Advt No. JIP/ZAPBL-05/2026, dated 29 October 2026, JIPMER is filling 2 contract posts in ICMR-funded research projects. The posts are 1 Project Technical Support - II at Rs 24,000 per month and 1 Project Nurse - III at Rs 33,600 per month. Both amounts include 20% HRA.

JIPMER Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

The official notification does not specify the application fee or a separate last date to apply.

About JIPMER

JIPMER is located at Dhanwantri Nagar, Puducherry, and the advertisement is issued under its Research Manpower Recruitment Forms. Both posts are in research projects of the Department of Medical Oncology, led by Project Investigator Dr. Biswajit Dubashi, and both projects are funded by ICMR.

Posts and Eligibility

Both posts have a maximum age limit of 35 years, counted as on the last date of receipt of applications. The notice does not mention any age relaxation. The pay of both posts is consolidated and no other allowances are payable.

Project Technical Support - II

• Project: Zoledronic Acid in Preventing Worsening of Bone Health in Postmenopausal Women with Nonmetastatic Carcinoma Breast Receiving Chemotherapy: A multicenter Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. (ZAPBL STUDY)
• Funding agency: ICMR
• Likely duration: I year
• Essential: Minimum second-class or equivalent CGPA B.Sc. in Life Sciences / Medical Laboratory Technology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry or related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience, OR M.Sc. in a relevant Life Science discipline.
• Desirable: Hands-on experience in laboratory techniques relevant to biochemical or molecular assays, preferably related to bone metabolism or biomarker analysis.
• Desirable: Strong communication skills and proficiency in computer operations.
• Desirable: Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing Tamil, as the project requires effective communication with patients and facilitating the consenting process.

Project Nurse - III

• Project: Addition of Low-Dose Pembrolizumab to Capecitabine for Residual Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Post-Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy: An Investigator-Initiated Multicentric Open-Labelled Phase III Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial (SCRIPT Trial)
• Funding agency: ICMR
• Likely duration: I year
• Essential: Minimum Second Class or equivalent CGPA in B.Sc. Nursing degree (Four-year nursing course).
• Desirable: Prior experience in clinical trials and working with cancer patients.
• Desirable: Strong communication skills and proficiency in computer operations.
• Desirable: Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing Tamil, as the project requires effective communication with patients and facilitating the consenting process.

For both posts, qualification and experience should be in a relevant discipline or field and from a reputed institution or organization, and experience should have been gained after acquiring the essential qualification. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

JIPMER Recruitment 2026 Job Description

Project Technical Support - II

• Conduct laboratory experiments related to bone turnover markers, including sample processing, biochemical and immunoassay techniques (such as ELISA or related assays), and accurate recording of experimental data.
• Handle collection, labelling, storage, and processing of biological samples following standard operating procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensure calibration, and follow biosafety and quality control guidelines.
• Manage laboratory data entry, documentation, and maintenance of laboratory records.
• Assist in the preparation of reagents and consumables, inventory management, and coordination with the research team for the timely completion of experiments.
• Support data analysis, report preparation, and submission of laboratory findings as required for project documentation and regulatory compliance.

Project Nurse - III

• Recruitment of patients and obtaining informed consent from participants.
• Data entry and management.
• Prepare drugs for infusion of interventional drug and chemotherapy.
• Maintenance of trial files and proper documentation.
• Coordination of randomization processes and training for other sites.
• Monitoring of adverse events, and preparation and submission of reports to the Ethics Committee.
• Conducting patient follow-up, ensuring compliance with study protocols and any other work as assigned by PI.

What to Bring

• The duly filled application form (attached to the advertisement), in the prescribed template only.
• Supporting documents and certificates.
• A CV, if you wish, attached to the application form. An application with a CV alone, without the prescribed form and certificates, will be rejected.

A valid email ID and mobile number are compulsory.

What Happens on the Day

According to the notice, the application form is evaluated first, and applicants will be shortlisted based on the details furnished in the application and the documentary proof provided. The recruitment process then has a written test and an interview, and the final selection will be based on the application and the written test/interview. The interview may be conducted in person or via videoconferencing, at the discretion of the Principal Investigator.

Written Test – Project Technical Support - II

• Fundamentals of laboratory techniques relevant to biomedical research.
• Biochemistry and physiology related to bone metabolism and bone turnover markers.
• Principles and applications of assays such as ELISA and other biochemical/immunological techniques.
• Sample handling, processing, storage, and biosafety practices.
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and basic research ethics.
• Data recording, basic data analysis, and documentation.
• Proficiency in basic Excel and MS Word for laboratory data management.

Interview – Project Technical Support - II

A panel of experts will evaluate hands-on laboratory experience and technical competence; understanding of bone biology, biomarkers and related laboratory assays; knowledge of GLP, quality control and laboratory safety guidelines; ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation; communication skills and ability to work within a research team; and aptitude and suitability for the role.

Written Test – Project Nurse - III

• Clinical trials and clinical research.
• Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Basic knowledge of cancers, with a focus on breast cancer.
• Handling chemotherapy agents and managing their side effects.
• Data entry skills.
• Proficiency in basic Excel and MS Word.

Interview – Project Nurse - III

A panel of experts will evaluate knowledge in nursing and patient counseling, understanding of clinical research and GCP principles, communication skills, and aptitude for the role.

Important Instructions

• The 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.
• The position is only for the duration of the project and depends on external funding; the engagement may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Project Investigator.
• The consolidated salary may vary from time to time, and no other allowance or facilities will be extended.
• Qualification, experience, other terms and conditions may be relaxed or altered at the discretion of the Principal Investigator.
• If the number of applications is very large, more stringent criteria may be used to determine eligibility. The Principal Investigator's decision will be final.
• Incomplete applications, applications not in the prescribed format and those not fulfilling the essential criteria are likely to be summarily rejected.
• Wrong or false information or canvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification, or termination if detected after engagement.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• For a videoconference interview, the candidate must arrange a computer, laptop or mobile with audio and camera facilities and an adequate internet connection.

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