Dental Project Research Scientist-II (MDS) and Project Research Scientist-I (BDS) Jobs at AIIMS New Delhi CDER, National Oral Disease Burden Survey

The Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER), AIIMS New Delhi, invites applications for 12 temporary/contractual field work posts under the National Oral Disease Burden Survey. Candidates seeking AIIMS Dental Jobs can apply by 11 November 2026 before 17:00 PM.

AIIMS Dental Jobs 2026: Details

Organization: Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi

Programme: National Oral Disease Burden Survey, National Oral Health Program (NOHP), MoHFW, Govt of India

Notice Date: 28 October 2026

Posts:

  • Project Research Scientist-II (Medical – MDS, for outstation fieldwork): 8 vacancies
  • Project Research Scientist-I (Medical) (BDS, for outstation fieldwork): 4 vacancies

The number of vacancies may increase or decrease as per the requirement on the day of the interview.

Nature of Appointment: Temporary, contractual position

Initial Period: Up to 31 March 2027, extendable based on project requirements and availability of funding

Place of Work: Field visits and house-to-house based survey in all states of the country. These applications are not for work at CDER, AIIMS New Delhi.

Last Date to Apply: 11 November 2026 before 17:00 PM (online)

Job Description

The appointed candidates in these AIIMS Dental Jobs will work as field workers for the National Oral Disease Burden Survey. The work requires extensive travel across different states of India. There is no arrangement for returning to Delhi between field visits. Upon completion of data collection activities in one state, candidates will be assigned to proceed to the next state as per the duty schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • As assigned by the project-in-charge or authority.
  • Work will involve direct field engagement and data collection in various parts of the country as assigned.
  • Daily and periodic report submission shall be an essential requirement.
  • During travel, candidates will be answerable to the assigned team leader.

Eligibility for BDS and MDS Dental Jobs

1. Project Research Scientist-II (Medical – MDS, for outstation fieldwork): 8 vacancies

Essential:

  • Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Public Health Dentistry

Desirable:

  • Master of Public Health (MPH) / Diploma in health-related research courses / Certification or formal training in Systematic Reviews or related methodologies
  • Two-year experience of epidemiological data collection in the field
  • Minimum One-year experience in managerial capacity for research projects

Age Limit: 40 years (relaxable as per ICMR rules)

2. Project Research Scientist-I (Medical) (BDS, for outstation fieldwork): 4 vacancies

Essential:

Desirable:

  • MDS in Public Health Dentistry / MPH or equivalent
  • Two-year experience of epidemiological data collection in the field

Age Limit: 35 years (relaxable as per ICMR rules)

Salary

For these AIIMS Dental Jobs, salary and other allowances will be as per AIIMS/ICMR/GOI guidelines. Performance will be reviewed every 30 days, and the contract may be terminated with one day’s notice if found unsatisfactory.

TA/DA for travel during the survey work will be provided as per GOI rules as reimbursement only on filling the required proforma and attaching the bills and declarations as per Govt. rules. No advance is provided for travel and accommodation. No additional allowances will be given for any travel days or field visits.

Documents Required

  • The printout of the Google Form filled.
  • Self-Attested copies of all educational and experience certificates.
  • Valid ID proof.
  • Signed declaration (the document will be opened on scanning the QR code).

How to Apply

Candidates must submit the application in online form as well as send hard copies as below:

  1. Online: Fill out the Google Form using the link or QR provided and upload scanned copies of the application form and all supporting documents.
  2. Hard copy by post only: The envelope should be labelled as “Application for the post of [Post Name] under National Oral Disease Burden Survey”. Submit a hard copy of the application form, experience certificates, copies of age proof and educational qualifications along with a detailed C.V. by post to:

    6th Floor, Lab-2, NaRRIDS (National Oral Health Program / National Oral Disease Burden Survey), Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi 110029

Online submission deadline: 11 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Postal applications must reach by 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM at the address given above.

Selection Method

  • The candidates’ merit list will be prepared based on percentage marks in the Essential Qualification (overall for the course) and Desirable qualifications, merit, experience etc.
  • Based on merit and years of experience, only 1:5 number of shortlisted candidates shall be invited for physical interview per post.
  • In the event of a tie in the marks obtained in the qualifying examination, preference shall be given to candidates possessing the additional desirable qualification(s).
  • The selection committee reserves the rights to conduct a written test / exercises on computer / clinical examination before the interview.
  • Interviews will be conducted in person only. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
  • The decision of the selection committee shall be final.

Additional Information

  • The post is purely contractual in nature. The duration of the job will be as per sanction and approval from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
  • Candidates are required on a full-time basis during the active field work of survey phase.
  • Engagement in private practice, tuition, coaching, consultations, or online classes is not permitted during the period of employment.
  • No leave will be permitted during the days of travel for the survey and active field work, except emergency medical conditions.
  • Candidates can resign after joining but must provide a 15 days’ notice period or deposit the salary.
  • Selected candidates shall be allowed to join immediately or within 15 days of issue of the offer letter, failing which the offer shall stand automatically cancelled.
  • The waiting list shall be valid for 6 months.
  • Applications of candidates not having essential qualifications shall be cancelled automatically.
  • Any form of canvassing or influence shall debar the candidate, and the application shall be summarily rejected.
  • Submission of documents by both post and Google Form is mandatory for consideration of the application. Any incomplete application shall be rejected.
  • Separate applications should be submitted for each post applied for.

CLICK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION / APPLY ONLINE

To apply for these AIIMS Dental Jobs, complete the Google Form by 11 November 2026, 5:00 PM, and send the hard copy by post to reach by 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM.