AIIMS Madurai Life Sciences Non-Medical Project Job Openings, Apply Online

AIIMS Madurai Life Sciences Non-Medical Project Job Openings, Apply Online

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Madurai invites applications for Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) and Project Technical Support II under an ICMR-funded research project on elderly care. If you hold qualifications in life sciences, sociology, public health, or related fields, and are passionate about community-based health research, this is a valuable opportunity to join a leading national health initiative. Apply before 6th May 2025 and start making a difference! AIIMS Madurai Life Sciences Non-Medical Project Job Openings, Apply Online

ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES MADURAI
A statutory body established under Ministry of Health & Family Welfare

File no: AIIMS-MDU/IRC/EM-Funded/ICMR/2024/08 Date: 16.04.2025

VACANCY NOTIFICATION

AIIMS Madurai invites applications from eligible candidates to the following posts for an Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) funded research project titled “Feasibility and effectiveness of implementing Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) structured module through the female health volunteers from “Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam”(MTM) on elderly in Tamil Nadu [ICOPE-MTM]-a type II effectiveness implementation hybrid design” under the Principal Investigator Dr. Sabu Augustine, Associate Professor, Department of General Medicine. The position is meant for temporary contractual basis.

1. Project Research Scientist I (Non-medical)

a) Name of the post Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical)

b) Number of posts ONE

c) Duration 36 months*

d) Maximum age limit 35

e) Qualifications

Essential: –

1. First class postgraduate degree of life science/sociology/anthropology background, including the integrated PG degrees

2. Second class postgraduate degree of life science/sociology background, including the integrated PG degrees with PhD (in public health or related fields)
   Preference: – Candidate who has qualification in Master of Public Health or previous experience in health system or field-based research projects and ready to join by May 2025 would be preferred.

f) Remuneration Rs 56000 + 20% HRA p.m.

g) Job responsibilities The Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical), will function as project co-ordinator for the project.
He/she will

• assist in preparation and translation of study tools, SOP and health education material.
• Train the team in conducting field-based surveys and monitor data collection.
• conduct qualitative inquiries, develop transcripts, and carry out thematic/content analysis as applicable.
• coordinate with ICMR and update on project progress, participate in review meetings/trainings.
• perform any other work assigned by the PI/ Co-PI/ Supervisory officers.

h) Expected period of joining (Tentative) Maximum by Last week of May, 2025

2. Project Technical Support II

a) Name of the post Project Technical Support II

b) Number of posts FOUR (3 – UR ; 1 – OBC)

c) Duration 36 months *

d) Maximum age limit 35 years

e) Qualifications 12th in science + Diploma (MLT/ DMLT / Engineering or equivalent) + Five Years’ Experience in relevant subject / field
(OR)
Three years Graduate in life sciences/MSW/ Community health/ public health/ business administration+ two years’ experience or PG in relevant subject/field.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in similar field/community-based projects\medical social background\health system related research projects or experience in training digital applications

f) Remuneration Rs 20,000 + HRA 20% p.m.

g) Job responsibilities The Project Technical Support II will

• Plan data collection for field and community-based surveys
• Coordinate with scientist and technical team for app development and field level testing
• Data collection in the community and public health facilities
• Training of women volunteers along with investigators
• perform any other work assigned by the PI/ Co-PI/ Supervisory officers.

h) Expected period of joining (Tentative) Second week of June 2025

Note:

1. All the educational qualifications/certificates shall be from recognized board/university.
2. All the experience gained shall be preferably from the Govt organizations and shall be counted after the date of minimum essential qualification. Experience from reputed national/international organizations shall also be considered.
3. Experience shall be from the relevant field/area as required for the project concerned.
4. All community certificates shall be issued by the authorized officers of the Government.
5. The candidate should be able to talk fluently in English and Tamil.

6. Important details:

Age Relaxation:

The age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is up to a maximum period of 5 (Five) years and for OBC candidate up to a maximum period of 3 (Three) years is admissible. Cut-off date for age limit will be as on the date of last date for submission of applications. No age relaxation would be available to SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates applying for unreserved vacancies.

How to apply:

• The application form should be filled using the google form link. https://tinyurl.com/5e9esa4v
• In case of any queries write to the following email id: [email protected]
• If the candidate wants to apply for more than one post, a separate application must be submitted for each post using the same google form.
• Candidate must submit his/her duly filled in application form online with a recent passport size colour photograph and a biodata / CV.
• Documents to be submitted: General documents (Proof of age, caste certificate, OBC certificate and photo id [Aadhar Card/Indian Passport/PAN Card/Driving License]), relevant degree and experience certificates.
• Submit all relevant documents, duly self-attested, online as single pdf.
• Submit the application form within the schedule date and time for submission of application, failing which his/her candidature will not be considered.
• Late/Delayed/Incomplete applications and failure in submission of copies of relevant enclosures/certificates/documents within the specified period will be rejected without any communication.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• The crucial date for calculation of age limit and experience will be the last date of online submission of application. The period of experience will be counted after obtaining the prescribed education qualification. In cases where result of qualifying exam is declared after the closing date of application, their candidature will stand cancelled and no claim for selection on the basis of interview will be considered. The requisite qualification and experience obtained after the closing date of receipt of online application will not be considered.
• The persons belonging to OBC must submit the certificate in the requisite proforma duly issued by the authority concerned (if applicable).
• Corrigendum/addendum/further information; if any; in respect of this advertisement, will be published on our website https://www.aiimsmadurai.edu.in only. Hence, the candidates are advised to see our website regularly for further updates related to this advertisement.

Selection Procedure:

• The qualified shortlisted candidates as per the eligibility criteria will be called for an assessment and interview. The email communication for final date of assessment and interview will be sent only to the short-listed candidates.
• Preliminary assessment will include a written exam and hands on exercise. Those shortlisted in the assessment will be interviewed.
• Any request from the candidates for conducting the assessment/interview through video conferencing will not be entertained.
• Mere fulfilling the essential qualification does not guarantee the selection.
• The decision of the selection committee and Principal Investigator will be final.

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