- Recruitment for ICMR-funded project titled 'Efficacy in Scrub Typhus of Combination Therapy in Children versus Azithromycin or Doxycycline Monotherapy: A Double-Blind Randomized Control Trial (ESCHAR Trial)'.
- Positions include Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) and Project Technical Support-III.
- Contract-based appointments for 12 months, extendable up to 3 years based on project requirements.
- Appointments are purely contractual and do not confer any right to regular employment or permanent absorption.
- Work location: Department of Pediatrics, GMCH-32, Chandigarh.
GMC
🔒 Closed
🎓 B.Pharm
🎓 B.Sc. Nursing
Project Staff Nurses and Research Staff Recruitment for ICMR-Funded Clinical Trial
Government Medical College & Hospital, Chandigarh
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Chandigarh
Apply Deadline
20 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Government Medical College & Hospital, Chandigarh (GMCH) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Pharm (bpharm), B.Sc. Nursing (bsc-nursing) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹33,600 - ₹67,200 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical):** Desirable research experience in human blood sample processing (rt-PCR). - **Project Technical Support-III:** Desirable research experience in clinical trials (drug handling) and proficiency in MS Office and data entry. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official notification for updates. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- **Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical):**
- Age limit: 35 years or younger as of the application deadline.
- Qualification: First-class Postgraduate Degree (including integrated PC degree) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or Immunology.
- Desirable: Research experience in human blood sample processing, particularly rt-PCR.
- **Project Technical Support-III:**
- Age limit: 35 years or younger as of the application deadline.
- Qualification: Minimum second-class or equivalent CGPA with a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing).
- Basic computer course certificate required.
- Desirable: Research experience in clinical trials (drug handling) and proficiency in MS Office and data entry.
- Age limit: 35 years or younger as of the application deadline.
- Qualification: First-class Postgraduate Degree (including integrated PC degree) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or Immunology.
- Desirable: Research experience in human blood sample processing, particularly rt-PCR.
- **Project Technical Support-III:**
- Age limit: 35 years or younger as of the application deadline.
- Qualification: Minimum second-class or equivalent CGPA with a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing).
- Basic computer course certificate required.
- Desirable: Research experience in clinical trials (drug handling) and proficiency in MS Office and data entry.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Initial shortlisting based on qualifications and work experience.
- If the number of applicants exceeds expectations, a written test may be conducted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the GMCH website.
- Interview will be held in the PIA Room, Block D, Level 2, Room No. 226, GMCH, Chandigarh.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Candidates must bring hard copies of all certificates on the day of the interview.
- Final selection will be based on interview performance and document verification.
- If the number of applicants exceeds expectations, a written test may be conducted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the GMCH website.
- Interview will be held in the PIA Room, Block D, Level 2, Room No. 226, GMCH, Chandigarh.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Candidates must bring hard copies of all certificates on the day of the interview.
- Final selection will be based on interview performance and document verification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (reservation as per ICMR/Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form with a recent passport-sized photograph pasted.
- Self-attested photocopies of:
- Age proof (e.g., birth certificate, 10th certificate).
- Qualification certificates.
- Experience certificates.
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the previous employer (if applicable).
- Updated CV with email and mobile number.
- Resume.
- Self-attested photocopies of:
- Age proof (e.g., birth certificate, 10th certificate).
- Qualification certificates.
- Experience certificates.
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the previous employer (if applicable).
- Updated CV with email and mobile number.
- Resume.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official notification for updates.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the eligibility criteria for the position of Project Research Scientist-I?
Candidates must be 35 years or younger, hold a first-class postgraduate degree (including integrated PC degree) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or Immunology, and preferably have research experience in human blood sample processing (e.g., performing rt-PCR).
Q.
What is the remuneration for the Project Technical Support-III position?
The remuneration is ₹33,600 per month, including ₹2,800 basic pay, ₹200 HRA, and ₹5,600 additional HRA.
Q.
What documents are required to be submitted with the application?
Applicants must submit a CV with email and mobile number, age proof with a recent passport-sized photo, qualification certificates, experience certificates, category certificate, and NOC from the previous employer.
Q.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation will be provided as per ICMR/Government rules for SC/ST/OBC categories, subject to the production of appropriate certificates.
Q.
What happens if the application is submitted after the deadline?
Applications received after the due date (August 20, 2026) will be summarily rejected.