- Recruitment for two contract-based positions under an ICMR-funded research project titled 'Assessment of Unmet Needs and Access to Assistive Technologies Among the General Population Through the Digital rATA Tool – A Cross-Sectional Survey in India'.
- Project duration: 7 months for both posts.
- Work location: JIPMER, Puducherry/Karaikal, with fieldwork in community settings.
- Positions: 1 x Project Technical Support – III and 4 x Project Technical Support – I / Fieldworker.
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🎓 B.Sc.
🎓 B.Sc. Nursing
🎓 GNM
🎓 ANM
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 MS
🎓 M.Sc. Nursing
Project Technical Support and Fieldworker Positions under ICMR-Sponsored Research Project
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)
Total Vacancies
5
Job Location
JIPMER, Puducherry/Karaikal, with fieldwork in community settings across India.
Apply Deadline
17 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) (JIPMER) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Sc. (bsc-mlt), B.Sc. Nursing (bsc-nursing), GNM (gnm), ANM (anm), Master's Degree (masters-degree), MS (msw), M.Sc. Nursing (msc-nursing) |
| Number of Vacancies | 5 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹21,240 - ₹33,040 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 33 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - For Project Technical Support – III: Minimum 1 year of experience in community-level projects/work. - For Project Technical Support – I / Fieldworker: No minimum experience specified, but working experience in the field level (Community) is desirable. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- For Project Technical Support – III:
• Master’s in Public Health / Public Health Nursing / MSc in Public Health Nursing / MSW with relevant research experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in community-level projects/work.
• Proficient in MS Office skills.
• Excellent communication skills in Tamil & English.
• Must possess a smartphone and a two-wheeler with a valid driving license.
• Maximum age limit: 33 years (age relaxation of +2 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates as on the last date of application receipt).
- For Project Technical Support – I / Fieldworker:
• B.Sc. Nursing / M.Sc. Nursing / MSW / GNM / ANM / B.Sc. MLT.
• Good communication skills in Tamil & English.
• Must possess a smartphone and a two-wheeler with a valid driving license.
• Maximum age limit: 30 years (age relaxation of +2 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates as on the last date of application receipt).
• Master’s in Public Health / Public Health Nursing / MSc in Public Health Nursing / MSW with relevant research experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in community-level projects/work.
• Proficient in MS Office skills.
• Excellent communication skills in Tamil & English.
• Must possess a smartphone and a two-wheeler with a valid driving license.
• Maximum age limit: 33 years (age relaxation of +2 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates as on the last date of application receipt).
- For Project Technical Support – I / Fieldworker:
• B.Sc. Nursing / M.Sc. Nursing / MSW / GNM / ANM / B.Sc. MLT.
• Good communication skills in Tamil & English.
• Must possess a smartphone and a two-wheeler with a valid driving license.
• Maximum age limit: 30 years (age relaxation of +2 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates as on the last date of application receipt).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on application form, CV, and documentary proof.
- Written test covering: clinical trials, clinical research, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), data entry skills, and proficiency in basic Excel/MS Word.
- Skill test (specific areas not detailed in the notification).
- Interview assessing: subject knowledge, patient counseling, research methods, statistical analysis, understanding of clinical research and GCP principles, communication skills, and aptitude for the role.
- Final selection based on CV, application, written test, and interview performance.
- Written test covering: clinical trials, clinical research, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), data entry skills, and proficiency in basic Excel/MS Word.
- Skill test (specific areas not detailed in the notification).
- Interview assessing: subject knowledge, patient counseling, research methods, statistical analysis, understanding of clinical research and GCP principles, communication skills, and aptitude for the role.
- Final selection based on CV, application, written test, and interview performance.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
📂 Required Documents
- Filled application form (prescribed format only).
- Scanned CV and supporting documents (combined into a single PDF).
- Proof of educational qualifications.
- Proof of experience (if applicable).
- Age proof (as per eligibility criteria).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for age relaxation).
- Driving license and vehicle registration (if applicable).
- Smartphone ownership proof (if applicable).
- Scanned CV and supporting documents (combined into a single PDF).
- Proof of educational qualifications.
- Proof of experience (if applicable).
- Age proof (as per eligibility criteria).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for age relaxation).
- Driving license and vehicle registration (if applicable).
- Smartphone ownership proof (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the JIPMER ICMR research project positions?
The last date for submitting complete applications is 17th August 2026, up to 4:00 PM.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Project Technical Support – I / Fieldworker position?
There are 4 vacancies available for the Project Technical Support – I / Fieldworker position.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Project Technical Support – III position?
The maximum age limit for the Project Technical Support – III position is 33 years as on the last date of application receipt, with a relaxation of +2 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
Q.
Is there an application fee for these JIPMER ICMR research project positions?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for these positions.
Q.
Where will the interviews for these positions be conducted?
Interviews may be conducted in person at the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, JIPMER, Puducherry, or via videoconferencing at the discretion of the Principal Investigator.