Tuberculosis Research Job at ICMR-NITVAR
Looking for a government medical research job after MBBS in 2026? Here is an excellent recruitment opportunity for doctors to work with ICMR-NITVAR under a tuberculosis research project in Pune. The institute has announced walk-in interviews for the post of Project Research Scientist I (Medical). Candidates with an MBBS qualification and interest in clinical research, TB care, and public health can apply for this Tuberculosis Research Job at ICMR-NITVAR. This temporary contractual role offers attractive salary benefits and hands-on experience in a nationally important healthcare research project.
About the Organization:
Indian Council of Medical Research under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, operates the ICMR-National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research, formerly known as NARI. The institute is involved in advanced biomedical, virology, AIDS, tuberculosis, and public health research activities. ICMR-NITVAR conducts several national-level healthcare and translational research projects aimed at improving disease prevention and patient outcomes across India.
Job Details:
- Post Name: Project Research Scientist I (Medical)
- Number of Vacancies: 02
- Job Type: Temporary Contractual Position
- Project Name: TB Extended Follow-up Study
- Project Duration: Initially 12 Months
- Salary: Rs. 67,000/- + HRA per month
- Job Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Walk-in Interview Details:
- Walk-In Interview Date: 04 June 2026
- Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Interview Venue: Auditorium, ICMR-NITVAR, Plot No. 73, G-Block, Bhosari, Pune – 411026
- Selection Process: Walk-in Interview and/or Written Test
- Advertisement Number: 43/NITVAR/Project Cell/2026-27
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct clinical examination and investigations for TB diagnosis in this Research Job in Pune
- Manage study-related documents and data entry activities
- Participate in home visits for selected study participants
- Support overall study clinic management activities in the ICMR-NITVAR Recruitment
- Coordinate research-related activities assigned by the Principal Investigator
- Assist in operational and clinical research work related to tuberculosis prevention studies
Educational Requirements for this Research Job:
- Essential Qualification: MBBS degree from a recognized institution
- Desirable Qualification:
- MD in Community Medicine
- MD in TB & Chest Disease
- MD in related medical subjects
- Prior experience in operational research, clinical research, or public health projects
Skills Required:
- Knowledge of tuberculosis diagnosis and patient management
- Clinical research and public health understanding
- Documentation and data management skills
- Good communication and patient interaction abilities
- Ability to conduct field visits and community-based work
- Team coordination and research project management skills
- Attention to detail in study documentation and reporting
Benefits of the Research Job:
- Opportunity to work under a prestigious ICMR research institute
- Hands-on exposure to national-level TB research projects
- Excellent experience for MBBS doctors interested in research careers
- Attractive monthly salary with HRA benefits
- Opportunity to gain experience in clinical trials and public health research
- Exposure to operational and translational medical research
- Valuable experience for future higher studies, MD admissions, and research opportunities
- Work with experienced scientists and healthcare researchers in India’s leading medical research ecosystem.
