All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh – Recruitment for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Advertisement for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the CSIR Research Project (Letter No. 37WS (0110)/2023-24/EMR-II/ASPIRE)
Date of Notification: 24/10/2025
Organization Details
| Organization Name | All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh (AIIMS Rishikesh) |
| Department | Department of Biochemistry |
| Location | Department of Biochemistry, AIIMS Rishikesh, Uttarakhand – 249203, India |
| Employment Type | Contractual / Temporary Basis |
Position Details
| Designation | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Number of Vacancies | One (1) |
| Project Title | To investigate the association of metalloestrogen and epigenetic changes in ovarian endometriosis: An exploratory and in-vitro study. |
| Project Tenure | 36 months (3 years) |
| Job Description | Sample collection, processing, and performing biochemical and molecular techniques along with bioinformatics-related tasks as part of the research study. |
| Base Salary / Fellowship | ₹37,000/- per month in the 1st and 2nd year, and ₹42,000/- per month in the 3rd year upon upgradation. |
| Mode of Interview | Physical mode only (No online interview). |
Eligibility Criteria
- As per CSIR Guidelines for Research Scheme (available at www.csirhrdg.res.in).
- Candidate must hold one of the following degrees: B.S. (4 years programme) / B.Pharm / MBBS / Integrated BS-MS / M.Sc / B.E / B.Tech or equivalent degree.
- Minimum 55% marks in the qualifying examination and qualification in NET or GATE examination is mandatory.
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Maximum Age Limit | 28 years (as per JRF norms) |
| Age Relaxation | Relaxable up to 5 years for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC, women, and physically handicapped categories. |
Application Process
- Interested candidates should send their applications along with attested copies of educational qualification certificates and NET/GATE qualification proof.
- Applications must be emailed to biochemistryaiims25@gmail.com addressed to Dr. Sarama Saha, Department of Biochemistry, AIIMS Rishikesh – 249203.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for the interview. Candidates must bring their original certificates and a printed copy of the application form to the interview.
- Applications received after the due date or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Candidates already working under any research scheme should apply through proper channel with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 24-10-2025 |
| Last Date for Receiving Applications | 20-11-2025 (till 5 PM) |
| Date of Interview | 27-11-2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Venue | Department of Biochemistry, AIIMS Rishikesh |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting will be based on essential and desirable qualifications.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in physical mode only.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- The final decision of the Recruitment Committee will be binding in all matters.
Contract and Tenure Terms
- The appointment is purely on a contractual basis and not a permanent post.
- Initial contract period is six months, extendable up to one year or until project completion based on performance.
- Performance indicators will be used to assess the candidate’s work during the tenure.
- If the performance is unsatisfactory, the appointment may be terminated at any time without prior notice or compensation.
- The appointee may resign by serving one month’s prior notice or depositing one month’s salary in lieu thereof.
- Extension of the appointment will depend on the performance of the JRF and the requirements of the project.
Reservation Details
Reservation and age relaxation are applicable as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC, women, and physically handicapped candidates.
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
Important Notes and Disclaimers
- Submission of incorrect or false information will lead to disqualification of candidature.
- AIIMS Rishikesh reserves the right not to fill the position if no suitable candidate is found.
- No claim for any regular post at AIIMS Rishikesh will be entertained on the basis of this recruitment.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The decision of the Recruitment Committee shall be final and binding.