NIPER Ahmedabad Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post | ICMR Funded Project | Apply Online by 28 May 2026
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Ahmedabad – An Institute of National Importance, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India · Posted 18 May 2026
In short
1. Project Details
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Project No. | IIRP-2023-3905/F1 |
| Funding Agency | ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) |
| Project Title | "Investigating the role of Inosine in mitigating decreased innate immunity response in ischemic stroke following chronic kidney disease" |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Pallab Bhattacharya, Professor and Head, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, NIPER-Ahmedabad |
| Department | Pharmacology and Toxicology |
2. Post Name & Vacancy
| Post | Vacancies | Salary | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) | 01 | ₹56,000/month + HRA | 1 Year (extendable) |
3. Educational Qualification
Essential (any one):
- (Option A): First-class Postgraduate Degree (M.Pharm / M.Sc / M.Tech or integrated PG degree) in relevant field
- (Option B): Second-class Postgraduate Degree (including integrated PG) + PhD in relevant field
Relevant fields: Pharmacology, Toxicology, Neuroscience, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences or equivalent
4. Required Work Experience
Candidates must have hands-on experience in the following laboratory techniques:
- Cell Culture (mammalian cells)
- rt-QPCR (Real-time quantitative PCR)
- Western Blot
- Flow Cytometry
- RNA Extraction
- ELISA
- Histological Staining
- Small Animal Handling (rodent models)
- Small Animal Surgery
- Molecular Mechanism Elucidation
- Statistical Data Analysis
Preferred skills:
- Knowledge of Neuroscience and Stroke biology
- At least 1 research publication in stroke biology as First Author in a reputed journal
5. Age Limit
- As per ICMR / NIPER project staff guidelines (not specified — check official notification)
6. Salary
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Monthly Salary | ₹56,000/- per month |
| HRA | As per applicable NIPER rules |
7. Selection Process
- Step 1: Screening of online application forms
- Step 2: Interview of shortlisted candidates (Online or Offline — communicated via email)
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email only
- Original certificates and documents must be produced at time of selection process
- Copy of submitted application (proof of application) must be carried to verification
8. Application Fee
- No Application Fee
9. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | 13 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 May 2026 |
| Interview | To be communicated via email to shortlisted candidates |
10. Required Documents (at Interview/Verification)
- Copy of submitted online application (proof of form submission)
- PG Degree Certificate and marksheets (all semesters)
- PhD Certificate (if applicable)
- Research publication (first author — in stroke biology, journal of repute)
- Experience certificates from previous employers
- Date of Birth proof (10th Certificate)
- Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Organization Name: NIPER Ahmedabad – Institute of National Importance, Govt. of India
- Advertisement No.: Project/2026/008
- Post Name: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Total Vacancy: 1 Post
- Project: ICMR Funded (Project No. IIRP-2023-3905/F1)
- Application Mode: Online (Google Form only)
- Department: Pharmacology and Toxicology, NIPER-Ahmedabad
- Salary: ₹56,000/month + HRA as applicable
- Contract Period: 1 Year (extendable)
- Last Date to Apply: 28 May 2026
- Application Fee: No Fee
- Apply Link: https://forms.gle/4g62qwNt2pijDwVs5
- Email: rolling.recruitment@niperahm.res.in
Important dates
13 May 2026
Application Start · done
25 May 2026
Last Date to Apply · done
Eligibility
| Experience | Not required (freshers can apply) |
| Salary | As per norms |
Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.
Vacancy details · 1 posts
Total 1 posts. The category-wise break-up is given in the official notification.
Selection process
Written exam, followed by document verification — see the official notification for details.
How to apply
- Visit the application link: https://forms.gle/4g62qwNt2pijDwVs5
- Fill in all required details in the Google Form — name, qualification, experience, research publications, contact details
- Upload required documents as mentioned in the form
- Submit before 28 May 2026
- Save a copy (screenshot/PDF) of the submitted application for use during verification
For queries: rolling.recruitment@niperahm.res.in
Important: Applications through any mode OTHER than the Google Form link will NOT be accepted.
Important notes
- This is a purely temporary contractual position co-terminus with the project — ends when project ends
- No permanent employment with NIPER or Govt. of India
- Research publication as first author in stroke biology is a key requirement — shortlisting likely based on this
- No TA/DA for attending interview
- Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification
- Apply through Google Form ONLY — no email/postal applications accepted
- This website is not affiliated with NIPER Ahmedabad — verify from official website
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