Project Technical Support III (DHR-Funded Research Project)

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment for a tenure-based Project Technical Support III position under a DHR-funded research project titled 'Development and Evaluation of Opportunistic Screening Strategy for Chronic Kidney Disease in Central India: A Mixed-Methods Implementation Research'.
- The selected candidate will work on community-based screening for chronic kidney disease across Nagpur district, including rural and urban areas.
- Initial appointment duration is 6 months, extendable up to 2 years based on project requirements and performance.
- The position is not a regular post under DHR or AIIMS Nagpur, and no permanent employment claims can be made post-project completion.
- Candidates must be fluent in English, Marathi, and Hindi for effective fieldwork and communication.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Three-year graduate in relevant fields such as Medical Social Work, Community Development, Social Welfare, Community Health, or Life Sciences.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in field-based research.
- OR Postgraduate degree (e.g., Medical Social Work, MPH) in relevant fields.
- Candidates with higher qualifications are also eligible to apply.
- Maximum age limit: 35 years as of the application deadline.
- Age relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and up to 5 years for candidates with government research organization experience (case-by-case basis).
- Candidates currently working in ICMR/DHR-funded projects must submit a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Principal Investigator.

🏆 Selection Process

- Applications will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (in-person only; online interviews are not permitted).
- A written test/skill test may be conducted before the interview if the number of applicants is high.
- Final selection will be based on interview performance and written test results (if applicable).
- Selected candidates must join within the stipulated timeframe; failure to do so may result in cancellation.
- Candidates may be terminated with a one-week notice period in case of poor performance.

📊 Key Information

Organization	All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur
Location / State	Maharashtra
Job Location	Nagpur, Maharashtra
Category Eligibility	General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS (as per government norms with age relaxation).
Experience Required	Minimum 3 years of experience in field-based research.
Last Date to Apply	31 July 2026

📊 AIIMS Nagpur Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Technical Support III	1
Total	1

📁 Required Documents

- Duly filled and signed application form (Annexure) uploaded via the Google form link.
- Scanned copy of educational qualification certificates.
- Scanned copy of work experience certificates.
- Scanned copy of age proof (e.g., birth certificate, SSC marksheet).
- Scanned copy of caste certificate (if applicable) for age relaxation claims.
- Scanned copy of NOC (if currently employed in ICMR/DHR-funded projects).
- Passport-sized photograph (if required as per Annexure format).

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 1 (Project Technical Support III).
The position is tenure-based and project-specific, with no permanent employment guarantee.

✍️ How to Apply

Fill the prescribed application form (Annexure) available in the Google form link.
Upload the signed, scanned application form along with required documents in the designated place in the Google form.
Ensure all details are correct and match the supporting documents.
Submit the application on or before 31st July 2026 (5:00 PM).
Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format only; generalized CVs will not be accepted.
All recruitment-related notifications (eligibility list, interview dates, results) will be published on the AIIMS Nagpur website only.
No personal communication will be sent to applicants; candidates must check the website regularly for updates.
Canvassing of any kind will lead to the summary rejection of the application.
Candidates must be fluent in English, Marathi, and Hindi for effective communication in the field.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the duration of the Project Technical Support III position?

A. The initial duration is 6 months, which may be extended up to a maximum of 2 years based on project requirements and performance evaluation.

Q. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?

A. Yes, age relaxation is provided: up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and up to 3 years for OBC candidates. Additional relaxation may be granted to deserving candidates with government research organization experience.

Q. What are the eligibility criteria for the Project Technical Support III position?

A. Candidates must have a three-year graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., Medical Social Work, Community Health, Life Sciences) with three years of field-based research experience, or a postgraduate degree in a relevant field. Fluency in English, Marathi, and Hindi is also required.

Q. What is the salary structure for this position?

A. The salary is ₹28,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA), which is 20% of the basic salary.

Q. Can candidates currently working in ICMR/DHR projects apply?

A. Yes, but they must submit a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Principal Investigator along with their application.