Medical Research Job at AFMC
A rare chance has emerged at the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, for MBBS/BDS professionals. The Medical Research Job is for the Project Research Scientist II position in a significant ICMR-funded research project, with applications open until 05 October 2026.
About Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC):
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune is a premier medical institution in India, dedicated to training medical professionals for the armed forces. The college is known for its commitment to excellence in medical education and research, operating under the Ministry of Defence. AFMC plays a crucial role in advancing healthcare standards within the military and beyond.
Job Details:
- Department: Department of Pediatrics
- Project: ICMR-funded research project
- Project Title: Initial Preterm or LBW Care through Early CPAP, Immediate KMC and MNCU, Antenatal Steroids and Early Enteral Feeding (PrECISE): A Multicentric Implementation Research Study (PrECISE Trial)
- Project PI: Brig (Dr) Vishal Vishnu Tewari, Professor & HoD, Department of Pediatrics, AFMC, Pune
- Duration: Initial appointment will be for 1 year, extendable periodically up to completion of the 3-year project, subject to performance and project requirements.
Post Details:
- Post: Project Research Scientist – II (Medical)
- Number of Vacancies: 01
- Job Type: Contractual / Project-based
- Location: Department of Pediatrics, Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- Age Limit: 40 years
Salary / Emoluments
- ₹80,000 + 30% HRA = ₹1,04,000 per month (consolidated)
- The emoluments are as per ICMR guidelines. No other allowances will be paid.
Essential Qualifications & Experience for the Medical Research Job:
Candidates must meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- MBBS / BDS with 3 years of post-qualification experience, OR
- MBBS / BDS + Postgraduate Degree (MD / MDS / MPH) or an equivalent degree, including integrated PG degrees, OR
- MBBS / BDS with PhD
Candidates must have physically received/completed the required degree. Candidates who have not yet completed or received the required degree will not be considered.
Desirable Experience for the Medical Research Job:
Preference will be given to candidates with prior research experience involving newborns or young infants.
How to Apply for the Medical Research Job?
Eligible candidates need to submit:
- Filled application form in the prescribed format
- 2-page biodata
- Recent photograph
- Proof of age — Class 10 or Class 12 certificate
- Educational qualification certificates — self-attested copies
- Experience certificates — self-attested copies
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the previous employer, where applicable
The biodata must include a valid email address and functioning mobile number.
Application Submission
The completed application and required documents must be submitted to:
Department of Pediatrics
First Floor – Golden Jubilee Block
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
Contact Person: Mrs. Pradnyaraj K
Contact Number: 8433548436
Last Date & Time:
- 05 October 2026 by 9:00 AM
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Selection Process
- Only eligible/shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process.
- If the number of candidates exceeds 20, an objective written test may tentatively be conducted. Details regarding the test will be communicated through email.
- The in-person interview is tentatively scheduled for 15 October 2026. The final interview date, time, and venue will be communicated to shortlisted candidates by email.
- Candidates are advised to regularly check their email, including the spam folder.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the written test or interview.
Joining Requirement:
Selected candidates should be available for immediate appointment, with joining required no later than 01 November 2026.
Important Note:
- Any form of coercion or canvassing before the selection process: will disqualify the candidate from future selection for projects at the institute.
- Application Information: Application details are stated to be available through the AFMC Pune website: www.afmcpune.com.
