Dentistry Research Job at AIIMS, Delhi
Are you looking for a government research opportunity in dentistry with nationwide field exposure? The Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER), AIIMS New Delhi, has announced contractual vacancies under the National Oral Disease Burden Survey funded by the National Oral Health Program (NOHP), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. This AIIMS Recruitment for Dentistry Research Job is ideal for qualified MDS and BDS professionals interested in epidemiological research and public health fieldwork. Selected candidates will travel across different states of India to conduct oral health surveys and collect research data. If you are looking to contribute to a prestigious national healthcare project, this research job in Delhi is an excellent opportunity.
About the Organization:
The Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER) is one of the premier dental institutes under the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. CDER is actively involved in advanced dental education, clinical services, and public health research. Through the National Oral Disease Burden Survey, the institute aims to generate nationwide oral health data that supports evidence-based healthcare policies and strengthens India’s National Oral Health Program.
Job Details:
- Project: National Oral Disease Burden Survey (National Oral Health Program)
- Job Type: Contractual
- Work Location: Field Survey Across Various States of India
- Duration: Initially up to 31 March 2027 (extendable based on project requirements and funding)
- Application Mode: Google Form and Hard Copy Submission (Both Mandatory)
- Last Date for Online Application: 10 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Postal Application: 15 July 2026
- Selection Process: Merit, Experience, Written Test/Skill Test (if applicable), Personal Interview
Medical Positions:
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Project Research Scientist-II (Medical)
- Vacancies: 12
- Qualification: Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Public Health Dentistry
- Age Limit: 40 Years
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Project Research Scientist-I (Medical)
- Vacancies: 12
- Qualification: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Age Limit: 35 Years
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct house-to-house oral health surveys across India.
- Collect epidemiological data for the National Oral Disease Burden Survey.
- Travel extensively as per the survey schedule.
- Maintain accurate research records and documentation.
- Coordinate with survey teams and project investigators.
- Submit daily and periodic field reports in this Dentistry Research Job.
- Ensure the quality and accuracy of collected data.
- Follow AIIMS, ICMR, and the Government of India research guidelines.
- Support public health research activities during field surveys in the AIIMS Recruitment.
- Perform additional duties assigned by the Project In-Charge.
Educational Requirements for the Dentistry Research Job:
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Project Research Scientist-II (Medical)
- Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Public Health Dentistry (Essential)
- Master of Public Health (MPH) or equivalent health-related research qualification (Desirable)
- Certification or formal training in Systematic Reviews or related methodologies (Preferred)
- Two years of epidemiological field data collection experience (Preferred)
- One year of research project management experience (Preferred)
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Project Research Scientist-I (Medical)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) (Essential)
- MDS in Public Health Dentistry, MPH, or equivalent qualification (Preferred)
- Two years of epidemiological field data collection experience (Preferred)
Skills Required:
- Knowledge of public health dentistry
- Epidemiological survey techniques
- Clinical examination skills
- Research methodology
- Data collection and documentation
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Team collaboration
- Report writing
- Time management
- Ability to travel extensively across India
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability to field conditions
Benefits of the Dentistry Research Job:
- Opportunity to work with AIIMS New Delhi.
- Gain experience in a prestigious national oral health research project.
- Exposure to nationwide public health surveys.
- Build expertise in epidemiological research.
- Work alongside experienced dental researchers and public health professionals.
- Salary and allowances as per AIIMS/ICMR/Government of India guidelines.
- TA/DA reimbursement as per Government rules for field travel.
- Valuable research experience for future academic and public health careers.
- Opportunity to contribute to national healthcare policy and oral disease surveillance.
- Possibility of contract extension based on project requirements and funding.
