Vacancy Notice - Department of Medical Microbiology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Organization Name
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Designations
- Project Research Scientist-II (Microbiologist / Molecular Biologist)
- Project Research Scientist-II (Bioinformatician)
- Project Technical Support-I
Location
| City | Chandigarh |
|---|---|
| State | Chandigarh (UT) |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 160012 |
| Street Address | Department of Medical Microbiology, PGIMER, Chandigarh |
Compensation & Employment Type
- Base Salary: As per ICMR rules
- Employment Type: Contractual
Important Dates
- Notification Date: October 3, 2025
- Application Submission Deadline: October 10, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Application Process
- Applicants must apply online using the Google Form link provided in the notification.
- All relevant documents should be uploaded in a single PDF file.
- Offline applications will not be accepted.
- No interview letters will be sent.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Project Research Scientist-II (Microbiologist / Molecular Biologist)
- Essential: Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degrees) with three years post qualification experience or PhD.
- Desirable: Hands-on experience in Microbiology and Molecular Biotechnology. Preference to candidates with good publications.
2. Project Research Scientist-II (Bioinformatician)
- Essential: Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degrees) with three years post qualification experience or PhD.
- Desirable: Hands-on experience in Microbiology, Whole Genome Sequencing (short & long read), and bioinformatics analysis.
3. Project Technical Support-I
- Essential: 10th + Diploma (MLT/DMLT/ITI or equivalent) with two years’ experience in relevant subject/field OR Three years Graduate degree in relevant subject/field with one year experience.
- Desirable: Experience in sample collection, sample processing, antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST), and basic computer knowledge.
Age Limit
- Project Research Scientist-II: 40 years
- Project Technical Support-I: 28 years
- Relaxation: Up to 5 years for exceptional candidates with relevant experience and good publications.
Reservation Details
No specific reservation details have been mentioned in the notification.
Application Fees
No application fees are mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Helpline Numbers / Contact Information
Principal Investigator: Dr. Neelam Taneja
Professor & Head, Department of Medical Microbiology, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Phone: 0172-275 5155
Other Important Information
Project Title: “Genomics of K. pneumoniae and E. coli from young infants in India” (funded by ICMR, New Delhi).
The engagement is purely contractual in nature. No offline applications will be accepted and only eligible candidates who meet the prescribed criteria will be shortlisted for the interview.
Official Links
- Official Notification Link: Click Here
- Official Website: https://pgimer.edu.in
