Clinician Job Opportunity at NIMHANS | Apply Now
Looking for a high-impact clinician job in India’s top mental health institute? The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join as a Clinician Scientist (Medical). This MD job combines clinical expertise with cutting-edge research under an international project, making it one of the most sought-after NIMHANS jobs in the field of psychiatry and mental health innovation.
Job details
- Job Position: Clinician Scientist (Medical)
- Location: NIMHANS, Bengaluru – 560029
- Number of Posts: 1 (One)
- Salary / Emoluments: ₹1,50,000/- per month (Consolidated)
- Maximum Age Limit: 40 Years
About the Institute
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, is a premier institute in India dedicated to mental health and neurosciences education, research, and patient care. Known for its excellence in psychiatry and interdisciplinary research, NIMHANS offers some of the most prestigious scientist job opportunities in the country.
Job Description
NIMHANS is conducting a walk-in selection for a clinician job role as a Clinician Scientist (Medical) on a contract basis. This MD job involves working on an international research project focused on global ageing and mental health. The role combines clinical practice with research responsibilities, making it ideal for candidates seeking advanced NIMHANS jobs in psychiatry and neuroscience.
Project Details
- Project Title: India ENIGMA Initiative for Global Ageing & Mental Health
- Funding Agency: NIH-USA
- Principal Investigator: Dr. John P. John, Professor of Psychiatry
Qualifications
Essential
- MD in Psychiatry / MD in Psychological Medicine
Desirable
- 3 years of experience post-MD as Senior Resident/Junior Consultant
- Academic and research experience
- Participation in funded research projects
- Experience in manuscript writing and publication
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in clinical and research activities under the project
- Contribute to ongoing mental health and ageing research initiatives
- Assist in data collection, analysis, and interpretation
- Engage in manuscript writing and publication of research articles
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in psychiatry and neuroscience
Duration
- Project Duration: 2 Years
- Initial Appointment: 6 months (extendable based on performance)
Selection Process
- Walk-in-cum-Written Test followed by Interview
- Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in the written test to qualify
- For direct interviews, a minimum of 50% marks is required
Walk-in Details
- Date: 18.04.2026
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Venue: Booking Board Room and Exam Hall, 4th Floor, NBRC Building, NIMHANS, Bangalore – 560029
