ICMR Careers: Apply Now for Consultant- (Scientific Medical) Role
ICMR Careers: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, is India’s apex body for the formulation, coordination, and promotion of biomedical research. Headquartered in New Delhi, ICMR leads several national-level research programs, disease surveillance initiatives, and public health projects that directly support evidence-based policymaking and healthcare delivery across the country. For the project “Multi-centric Syndromic Surveillance of Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) in Northwest India,” ICMR is inviting applications for the position of Consultant (Scientific – Medical/Non-Medical) on a temporary contract basis.
ICMR Careers Position Details
- Post: Consultant (Scientific – Medical)
- Project: Multi-centric Syndromic Surveillance of Acute Febrile Illness (AFI)
- Location: ICMR Headquarters, New Delhi
- Tenure: 1 year or until project completion (whichever is earlier)
- Consolidated Salary: ₹180,000 per month
- Last Date to Apply: 22 December 2025, 17:00 hours
ICMR Careers Job Introduction
ICMR seeks a qualified professional to support epidemiological research, data analysis, reporting, and capacity building for a large-scale surveillance project monitoring acute febrile illness across multiple sites in northwest India. This role is ideal for public health specialists, medical doctors, epidemiologists, and biostatistics experts who wish to contribute to national disease surveillance and health research.
Essential Qualifications
- MBBS/BDS with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in analyzing data of health research projects, OR an MD in Community Medicine.
Desirable Experience
- At least 5 publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Working knowledge of at least one major data analysis software:
STATA / SPSS / R
Role Overview
The consultant will play a central role in coordinating epidemiological surveillance activities, analyzing multi-site public health data, preparing scientific outputs, and supporting the project team with research capacity building.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct operational and analytical epidemiological studies
- Perform statistical data analysis of AFI surveillance datasets
- Prepare reports, dashboards, and analytical summaries
- Collaborate with project teams and support multi-site coordination
- Contribute to capacity building and training activities
- Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the ICMR project lead
How to Apply
Eligible candidates who meet the essential qualifications and experience criteria must:
- Fill the prescribed application form (attached in the advertisement)
- Attach self-attested copies of:
- Educational certificates (10th onwards)
- Experience certificates
- Age proof
- Valid caste certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport / PAN / Driving License)
Send the complete application package via email only to ecdvirologyunit@gmail.com
