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The prestigious PGIMER Chandigarh has announced Project Research Scientist Jobs under an ICMR-funded tuberculosis project, offering one of the most sought-after Research Jobs for life science postgraduates. This PGIMER recruitment drive is ideal for candidates interested in medical microbiology, pediatric TB research, and advanced molecular diagnostics.
About the Institute:
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh is one of India’s premier medical and research institutions known for cutting-edge biomedical research and advanced clinical training.
Recruitment Notice No.: MC-142 16/02/26
Available Positions:
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) – 01 Post
Job Details:
Applications are invited for a temporary position for the ICMR project ‘Development and evaluation of Mtb-derived cfDNA (Mtb-cfDNA) method for diagnosis of pediatric tuberculosis’ under Dr. Sunil Sethi in the Department of Medical Microbiology, PGIMER, Chandigarh. The post is purely on a contract basis per the terms and conditions of ICMR. The appointment is terminable with one month’s notice from either side without assigning any reason.
- Position: Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical)
- No of Post: 01
- Project Title: “Development and evaluation of Mtb-derived cfDNA (Mtb-cfDNA) method for diagnosis of pediatric tuberculosis”
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Sunil Sethi
- Age Limit: As per ICMR rules
- Emoluments: As per ICMR norms
Educational Requirements:
- Postgraduate Degree (including integrated PG degrees)
- Desirable: Experience in Mycobacteriology
Important Dates:
- Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Interview Date: 25 February 2026
- Interview Time: 03:00 PM
- Interview Venue: Dept. of Medical Microbiology, Research Block A, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Application Process:
- Interested candidates may submit their applications on plain paper along with biodata, email ID, phone number, and other relevant documents by mail at [email protected] or to the office of the undersigned on/before 24.02.2026, 5:00 PM.
Candidates looking for impactful Project Research Scientist Jobs should not miss this PGIMER recruitment opportunity. If you are passionate about infectious disease research and seeking meaningful Research Jobs, this role offers valuable experience in a premier medical institute.






















