Medical Research Job at PGIMER, Chandigarh
Looking for a Clinical Research Job Opportunity after MBBS in a Prestigious Government Institute? PGIMER Chandigarh has invited applications for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Medical) under an ICMR-funded clinical research project. This Medical Research Job in Chandigarh is an excellent opportunity for MBBS graduates interested in clinical research, patient assessment, and trial coordination. Candidates will work in a multicenter randomized trial focused on neurological outcomes in patients with near-hanging. The PGIMER Recruitment offers hands-on exposure to research protocols, ethics reporting, patient recruitment, and coordination with multiple study sites. Interested candidates with internship completion and State Medical Council registration can apply online before the last date.
About PGIMER:
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research is one of India’s premier medical and research institutions known for advanced patient care, medical education, and high-quality clinical research. The institute regularly conducts national-level research projects funded by organizations such as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). PGIMER provides excellent exposure for young medical professionals interested in academics and research careers.
Job Details:
- Post Name: Project Research Scientist-I (Medical)
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Contract Basis
- Location: Chandigarh
- Project Duration: Initially 6 months (extendable based on performance)
- Salary: Rs. 67,000 + HRA
- Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Project Title: Efficacy of corticosteroid therapy on neurological outcomes in near-hanging patients with altered sensorium: A multi-centre, double-blinded, placebo-controlled, randomized trial (CHANGING trial)
- Department: Internal Medicine
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Ashish Behera
- Application Last Date: 20 May 2026
- Application Mode: Online
Key Responsibilities:
- Screening and recruitment of eligible patients in this Medical Research Job
- Obtaining informed consent from participants
- Conducting daily clinical assessments and follow-up evaluations
- Handling communication with ICMR and collaborating with research centers
- Managing clinical research data entry and documentation in this Job in Chandigarh
- Grant fund management and ethics committee reporting at the PGIMER Recruitment
- Assisting the Principal Investigator in official project-related work
Educational Requirements for this Medical Research Job:
Essential Qualifications
- MBBS/BDS degree or higher qualification
- Completion of 1-year compulsory internship
- Registration with State Medical Council
- Fluency in English and Hindi
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in clinical research projects after MBBS
- Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and REDCap
- Ability to communicate in Punjabi
Skills Required:
- Clinical research coordination
- Patient communication and counselling
- Data management and documentation
- Ethical and regulatory understanding
- Team collaboration and multitasking
- Computer proficiency in research tools
- Strong communication skills
Benefits of the Medical Research Job:
- Opportunity to work in a reputed institute like PGIMER, Chandigarh
- Hands-on experience in an ICMR-funded clinical trial
- Exposure to multi-center randomized research studies
- Attractive salary with HRA benefits
- Valuable experience for future careers in clinical research and academics
- Opportunity to develop research, ethics, and patient management skills
- Networking opportunities with experienced researchers and clinicians
