Project Research Scientist Job at ICMR-NIIRNCD | MSc Chemistry Graduates Apply Now
Looking for Research Scientist Jobs or a Chemical Science Career in a prestigious government organization? ICMR Recruitment at NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, offers temporary Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical) positions under the Sickle Cell Disease Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care project. Candidates with postgraduate degrees in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related fields can attend the Walk-in Interview / Written Test. This is a unique opportunity to start a rewarding Chemical Science Career in public health research while gaining hands-on experience in large-scale implementation science.
About ICMR-NIIRNCD
ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, is a premier research institute under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), focusing on non-communicable diseases. Through ICMR Recruitment, candidates can explore Research Scientist Jobs and build a Chemical Science Career in public health research. The institute offers exposure to implementation research, project management, and data-driven scientific investigations. These positions are ideal for postgraduate candidates seeking a Chemistry Job in India’s top government research organizations.
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for project human resource positions under the project entitled “Development of an Optimal Model for Sickle Cell Disease Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment and Care: An Implementation Research Study” at ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur. Applications will be
received from individuals by hand on the date of the walk-in interview / written test.Position Details
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
- No. of Vacancies: 01 Position (UR)
- Essential Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Cognitive & Neuroscience/Clinical Pharmacy/ Public Health / Psychiatric Social Work / Social Work / Sociology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Chemistry with 3 years post-qualification experience. or Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Cognitive &Neuroscience/Clinical Pharmacy/ Public Health / Psychiatric Social Work / Social Work / Sociology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Chemistry with a PhD.
- Desirable Qualifications: Experience in Public Health / Implementation Research with Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals.
- Age: Not exceeding 40 years on the date of the walk-in interview.
- Remuneration: Rs. 67,000/- + HRA per month fixed without any other allowances.
- Tenure: Initially for up to one year (extendable). However, the position is terminus at any point in time.
- Place of Work: ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, or anywhere in India, as per the project requirements.
- Date, Reporting Time & Venue of Walk-in: 15.04.2026, 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM & ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- No. of Vacancies: 01 Position (ST)
- Essential Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Cognitive & Neuroscience/Clinical Pharmacy/ Public Health / Psychiatric Social Work / Social Work / Sociology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Chemistry.
- Desirable Qualifications: Experience in Public Health / Implementation Research with Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals.
- Age: Not exceeding 35 years on the date of the walk-in interview.
- Remuneration: Rs. 56,000/- + HRA per month fixed without any other allowances.
- Tenure: Initially for up to one year (extendable). However, the position is terminus at any point in time.
- Place of Work: ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, or anywhere in India, as per the project requirements.
Walk-In Interview Details
- Date: 15.04.2026
- Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Venue of Walk-in: ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur
General Terms
- The above project positions are purely on a temporary basis only.
- Candidates, those who have rendered service in ICMR Projects / ICMR Institutes for more than three years, are not eligible for this Walk-in.
- The advertised positions are tentative without commitment to their filling. Recruitment will depend upon the requirements of the project and approval of the competent authority.
- The emoluments will be project-specific and may vary according to the funding agency’s sanction.
- Director & Appointing Authority has the right to accept/reject any application without assigning any reasons.
- Selected candidates must work for at least one month; failing which, the emoluments must be forfeited.
- Engagement can be terminated with one month’s notice from either side without assigning any reason.
- Candidates who are already employed should submit a “No Objection Certificate” from their present Employer/PI.
- Since the project position(s) are temporary, the incumbents selected will have no claim for regular appointment at ICMR-NIIRNCD.
- The results of the final selection will be placed on the ICMR-NIIRNCD and ICMR websites.
- Recruited project persons are governed as per the ICMR project staff recruitment guidelines.
- Age relaxation will be admissible as per Central Government instructions and guidelines.
- No TA / DA will be given for attending the walk-in interview / written test.
- Laptop/Tablet, logarithm table, digital diary, mobile phone, smart watch, Bluetooth Devices / earphones / earbuds, and other electronic gadgets will not be allowed inside the Examination Hall / Interview.
Selection Procedure:
- Only eligible candidates will appear for the walk-in interview / written test. A written test may be taken if the number of candidates exceeds 30.
- Qualifying marks for the written test: SC / ST: 35%, UR / OBC / EWS: 40%.
- Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the written test/interview.
These Research Scientist Jobs through ICMR Recruitment offer a prime opportunity to kickstart a Chemical Science Career in India’s premier public health research institute. Attend the Walk-in Interview / Written Test at NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, to contribute to impactful healthcare research while building expertise in implementation science and chemical/biological research.
