The National Institute for Implementation Research on Non-Communicable Diseases (NIIRNCD), Jodhpur is inviting applications from eligible candidates for project human resource positions. These positions are 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. Interested individuals can appear for the Walk-in-interview / written test on the scheduled dates mentioned below.
Job Overview
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Remuneration (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-III (Non-Medical) | 01 (UR) | Rs. 78,000/- + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | 01 (UR) | Rs. 67,000/- + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) | 01 (ST) | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA |
| Project Technical Support – III | 06 (UR-03, OBC-01, SC-01, EWS-01) | Rs. 28,000/- + HRA |
Important Dates and Venue
- Walk-in Date for Project Research Scientist-III & II: 24.03.2026 (09:00 AM to 10:00 AM)
- Walk-in Date for Project Research Scientist-I & Project Technical Support-III: 25.03.2026 (09:00 AM to 10:00 AM)
- Venue: ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur
Eligibility Criteria
1. Project Research Scientist-III (Non-Medical)
- Essential: Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Cognitive & Neuroscience / Clinical Pharmacy / Public Health / Psychiatric Social Work / Social Work / Sociology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Chemistry with 5 years post-qualification experience OR Postgraduate degree in the above fields with PhD + 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
- Desirable: Experience in Public Health / Implementation Research with Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals.
2. Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
- Essential: 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 the above fields with PhD.
- Desirable: Experience in Public Health / Implementation Research with Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals.
3. Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Essential: Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Cognitive & Neuroscience / Clinical Pharmacy / Public Health / Psychiatric Social Work / Social Work / Sociology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Chemistry.
- Desirable: Experience in Public Health / Implementation Research with Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals.
4. Project Technical Support – III
- Essential: Graduate degree with Clinical Psychology / Psychology / Cognitive & Neuroscience / Clinical Pharmacy / Public Health / Psychiatric Social Work / Social Work / Sociology / Statistics / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Chemistry with 3 years’ post-qualification experience OR Post Graduate Degree in the mentioned fields.
- Desirable: Experience in Public Health/Implementation research.
Age Limit (as on date of walk-in interview)
- Project Research Scientist-III: Not exceeding 45 years.
- Project Research Scientist-II: Not exceeding 40 years.
- Project Research Scientist-I: Not exceeding 35 years.
- Project Technical Support – III: Not exceeding 35 years.
Age relaxation is admissible for SC / ST / OBC candidates, retrenched Government Employees, Departmental Candidates, and Ex-servicemen in accordance with Government instructions. SC / ST / OBC will be given age relaxation for reserved project positions only.
Selection Process
- The selection will be made through a Walk-in-interview / written test.
- Only eligible candidates will appear for the Walk-in-interview / written test.
- If there are more than 30 candidates, a written test may be conducted.
- Qualifying marks for the written test: SC / ST: 35%; UR / OBC / EWS: 40%.
- Candidates scoring qualifying marks in the written test shall be interviewed.
- The final merit shall be prepared on the basis of marks from the written test and interview. If a written test is not conducted (fewer than 30 candidates), merit will be based on interview marks only.
How to Apply
- Applications will be received from individuals by hand on the date of the Walk-in-interview / written test at ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur.
- Candidates reporting after the scheduled date/time will not be allowed to appear.
- Candidates already employed should submit a “No Objection Certificate” from their present Employer / PI at the time of the Walk-in-interview / written test.
- At the time of joining duty, candidates must bring all original certificates of educational qualifications (from SSC onwards), SC / ST / OBC / EWS certificate, Experience certificate, Aadhaar Card, PwBD Certificate (if applicable), passport size photograph, and one set of self-attested photocopies for verification.
- Candidates applying for more than one project position should apply separately for each position.
Official Notification & Links
Important Instructions
- The positions are purely on a temporary basis, initially for up to one year, and are extendable. The position is terminus at any point in time.
- The place of work is ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, or anywhere in India based on project requirements.
- No TA / DA will be given for attending the Walk-in-interview / written test.
- Candidates who have rendered service in ICMR Projects / ICMR Institutes for more than three years are not eligible for this Walk-in.
- Electronic gadgets such as laptops, tablets, mobile phones, smartwatches, etc., are not allowed inside the Examination Hall / Interview.
Interested candidates fulfillng the eligibility criteria are encouraged to attend the walk-in interview at ICMR-NIIRNCD, Jodhpur, on the specified dates with all necessary documents.
