Senior Resident Job at JIPMER, Puducherry
Looking for a high-paying psychiatry job in a prestigious institute? The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) is hiring a Senior Resident under the TeleMANAS-National Telemental Health Program. This Senior Resident Job at JIPMER in Puducherry is an 11-month contract-based opportunity with a competitive salary. Candidates will work closely with senior consultants in mental health services. The role includes clinical, research, and academic responsibilities. This JIPMER Recruitment for Psychiatry Job is an excellent opportunity for professionals interested in telemedicine and mental health innovation.
About JIPMER:
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) is a premier medical institution in India located in Puducherry. It operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and is known for excellence in medical education, research, and patient care. JIPMER plays a vital role in advancing healthcare services and innovative programs like tele-mental health across the country.
Job Details:
- Post Name: Senior Resident
- Project: TeleMANAS – National Telemental Health Program
- Duration: 11 Months
- Salary: ₹1,00,000 per month (No additional allowances)
- Location: Puducherry
- Department: Psychiatry
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Shivanand Kattimani
- Funding Agency: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
- Last Date to Apply: 13 April 2026 (4 PM)
- Mode of Application: Post/Courier only
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Senior Consultant in all assigned duties in this Psychiatry Job in Puducherry
- Provide specialist audio and video consultations
- Perform clinical, research, and academic responsibilities
- Work as a tier-2 specialist for designated states/UTs
- Supervise mental health professionals and counselors in this Resident Job
- Assist patients and users of TeleMANAS services
- Develop training modules and service manuals
- Participate in tele-mental health research activities in the JIPMER Recruitment
- Perform additional duties assigned by the department
Educational Requirements for this Job:
- Essential Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Psychiatry (MD or equivalent)
- Desirable:
- Experience in telemedicine or tele-training
- Experience in multidisciplinary research teams
- Indexed scientific publications
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years
Skills Required:
- Strong clinical expertise in psychiatry
- Knowledge of telemedicine practices
- Research and academic skills
- Leadership and team supervision ability
- Communication skills for virtual consultations
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary environments
Benefits of the Resident Job:
- High monthly salary of ₹1,00,000
- Opportunity to work in a prestigious institute like JIPMER
- Exposure to national-level tele-mental health programs
- Hands-on experience in telemedicine and research
- Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Contribution to improving mental healthcare access across India
