PGIMER Chandigarh (Medical Microbiology) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 10 Project Staff Posts

PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026

Applications are invited for temporary/ad-hoc posts under the ICMR-funded project titled "Strengthening and upgradation of existing VRIDLs for infectious disease diagnosis and research" at PGIMER, Chandigarh. These positions are available under Dr. Neelam Taneja, Principal Investigator in the Department of Medical Microbiology.

PGIMER Project Staff Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Project Research Scientist II (Medical)

• Essential: MBBS / BVSc / BDS with three years' post qualification experience; OR MBBS / BVSc / BDS + Post Graduate Degree (MD/MVSc./ MDS/MPH) or any equivalent degree, including integrated PG degrees; OR MBBS/BVSc/ BDS with PhD Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree.
• Desirable: Experience in infectious disease diagnostics, outbreak investigations, clinical microbiology/virology/mycology/parasitology projects.
• Age Limit: 40 years

Eligibility for Project Research Scientist I (Non Medical)

• Essential: Three Years Graduate degree in relevant subject / field + three Years post qualification experience or PG in relevant subject / field.
• Desirable: Hands-on exposure to molecular techniques (RT PCR, sequencing, AMR surveillance) and coordination of multi-centric research studies.
• Age Limit: 35 years

Eligibility for Project Technical Support I

• Essential: Graduate in any discipline with 2 years experience of administration work.
• Desirable: Experience in project coordination, procurement, file management, budgeting support, and reporting to funding agencies.
• Age Limit: 35 years

Eligibility for Senior Project Assistant

• Essential: M.Sc in Microbiology, Parasitology, Biotechnology, Virology or Biochemistry.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of PCR, sequencing platforms, data analysis, and laboratory quality systems.
• Age Limit: 30 years

Eligibility for Data Entry Operator

• Essential: Bachelor's degree in computer application/IT/Computer science from a recognized university. Speed of not less than 15000 key depressions per hour through speed test on computer.
• Desirable: Experience in real-time data entry for laboratory or research projects, preferably in health or biomedical databases. Knowledge of Excel, database management, data validation, and handling confidential clinical/research data.
• Age Limit: 30 years

Eligibility for Multi Tasking Staff

• Essential: 10+2 in relevant subject from recognized board + at least 2 years working experience; OR Graduate in any discipline from the recognized university.
• Desirable: Experience in laboratory housekeeping, sample transport, basic biosafety practices, and inventory support. Familiarity with hospital or research laboratory working environments will be an added advantage.
• Age Limit: 25 years

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online (Google Form Link)
• Official Website

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to submit applications is January 21, 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Q2: Are these permanent posts?
Ans: No, these posts are purely temporary/ad-hoc on a contract basis for 6 months (extendable based on performance).

Q3: What is the selection process?
Ans: Selection will be based on a screening test/written test or interview. No separate intimation will be sent; candidates must check the institute website.

Q4: Is TA/DA provided for the interview?
Ans: No, no TA/DA will be paid for attending the screening test/interview.