AIIMS Bhopal Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

Age limit

• The maximum age limit is 35 years. The date of the interview, 23 November 2026, is the cut-off for calculating age.
• Age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST/OBC candidates, Retrenched Government Employees and ex-servicemen, in accordance with the instructions issued by the Central Government from time to time. Community/caste certificates must be issued by the authorised officers of the Government.
• The maximum age is 35 years, counted on the date of interview, 23 November 2026. Relaxation applies to SC/ST/OBC candidates, Retrenched Government Employees and ex-servicemen as per Central Government instructions.

AIIMS Bhopal Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

About the Project

The post is for the ICMR-funded project "Survive to Thrive- Implementation Research to Improve Developmental Outcomes of disadvantaged children in urban, rural, tribal areas of Madhya Pradesh- A Mixed Methods Intervention Study". The Principal Investigator is Dr Deepti Dabar, Additional Professor, Department of Community & Family Medicine, AIIMS Bhopal. The notice is signed by the Principal Investigator from Room No. 246, 2nd Floor, Medical College Building, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Saket Nagar, Bhopal-462020 (MP).

Posts and Eligibility

One post of Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) is advertised. All educational qualifications and certificates must be from a recognised Board/University.

Qualification

• Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees.
• For Engineering / IT / CS: Four Years Graduate Degree.

Desirable

• Master's degree in Psychology / Child Development / Human Development or a related field (meeting Qualification Level B Development Assessments); M.Phil. / PDCP / M.A. Clinical Psychology with RCI registration preferred.
• Training / experience in administering standardised child developmental assessment tools.

Experience

All experience shall be preferably from Government organisations and counted after the date of completion of the Minimum Essential Qualification. Experience from reputed national/international organisations will also be considered. Experience shall be from the relevant field/area, as required for the study of the project.

Other Conditions

• A valid driving licence for a two-wheeler (with gear) and a car is required.
• The employee must own or arrange a two-wheeler/car for travel related to the project.
• A valid email ID and mobile number are mandatory for communication.

AIIMS Bhopal Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) Job Description

• child development assessments, literature review, microplanning and data collection;
• quality assurance and supervision, qualitative interviews, data analysis;
• report writing and dissemination, selection of other staff;
• meeting and liaising with government officials;
• procurement and maintenance of tools and equipment, financial record-keeping;
• other tasks assigned by the PI.
• Project Research Scientists are to provide assistance in conducting the project in the form of:
• The place of work is Bhopal and Chhindwara Districts of Madhya Pradesh. Travel to other districts and states may be required as part of the project. Candidates may be posted at rural or field sites as per project needs.

What to Bring

• Duly filled application form.
• Self-attested photocopies of proof of date of birth (birth certificate / class 10th certificate), eligibility qualification mark-sheets, degrees, experience certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), qualifying degree registration with statutory council (if applicable) and other relevant testimonials.
• Coloured passport photos.
• A "No Objection Certificate" from the employer, for candidates employed in government or other funded research projects.
• Incomplete applications or applications without the prescribed format will not be considered.

What Happens on the Day

• Research Methodology
• Human Resource & Financial Management
• Child Health
• Social Science Research with focus on women and child health
• Biostatistics and Data analysis
• All candidates should report between 09:00 am and 10:30 am on 23 November 2026. The mode of selection is an interview by a competent selection panel. The interview covers these subject areas:
• Permission to appear in the selection process does not approve a candidate's eligibility. A candidate may be disqualified at document verification if the essential eligibility criteria are not fulfilled. Updates regarding results will be on the AIIMS Bhopal website, and no individual intimation will be sent.

Important Instructions

• Tenure is 12 months. It may be extended subject to performance and further approval of the project duration by the funding agency, and is subject to change as per the duration of the project.
• Appointment is on a contract basis for an externally funded project, with no claim to regular posts at AIIMS Bhopal or the Funding Agency.
• The contract automatically expires at the end of the specified period unless renewed. Either party can terminate it with 30 days' notice or salary in lieu.
• Consolidated salaries may vary, with no other allowances beyond the agreed salary. Leave is governed by the institutional / ICMR policy for extramural research projects.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, and the Institute will not provide accommodation.
• Private practice is prohibited. The decision of the competent authority in the selection process is final.
• Canvassing or submission of false information will lead to disqualification, and misinformation may make the candidate liable for legal action.
• No enquiries will be entertained after the due date. All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Bhopal.

Salary

The pay is Rs 56000 + 20% HRA = Rs 67200/- p.m.