PGIMER Careers: Apply Now for Project Technician Support Role
PGIMER Careers: The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has released a contractual recruitment notification for a project-based position under an ICMR-funded research project. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT/DMLT) who are interested in contributing to national-level infectious disease surveillance and public health research.
PGIMER Careers: Job Details
- Post Name: Project Technical Support – I
- Number of Vacancies: 01 (OBC category)
- Job Type: Contractual (Project-based)
- Project Title: Multicentric Syndromic Surveillance of Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) in North-West India
- Salary: ₹18,000 per month + HRA (as per norms)
- Contract Duration: 6 months (extendable based on project needs)
- Job Location: PGIMER, Chandigarh
About the Institute
PGIMER, Chandigarh, is one of India’s premier medical and research institutions, known for excellence in clinical care, medical education, and biomedical research. The Department of Medical Parasitology plays a critical role in diagnosing, researching, and monitoring parasitic and infectious diseases, contributing significantly to national disease surveillance programs and public health initiatives.
PGIMER Careers: Qualifications
Essential Qualification:
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- 10th Pass + Diploma in MLT/DMLT with minimum 2 years of relevant experience
OR - Three-year Graduate Degree in MLT with at least 1 year of relevant experience
Age Limit:
- Maximum 28 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per the Government of India / ICMR norms:
- OBC: up to 3 years
- SC/ST: up to 5 years
About the Role
The Project Technical Support – I role is designed to support laboratory and field-based research activities under an ICMR-funded surveillance project. The position involves assisting in sample processing, data collection support, and laboratory coordination, ensuring accurate and timely execution of research protocols related to acute febrile illnesses.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in laboratory testing and processing of clinical samples
- Support surveillance activities related to acute febrile illnesses
- Maintain laboratory records, reports, and documentation
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Coordinate with researchers and technical staff for smooth project execution
- Support data compilation and basic analysis as required
