Institution: PGIMER, Chandigarh

Project Title:

Assessing Phenytoin and Lcvetiracetam Efficacy, Cost-Effectiveness, and CYP2C9/SV2A Polymorphism in Early Post-Traumatic Seizures: A Multicentric Prospective Randomized Trial

Funded By:

ICMR, New Delhi

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Apmderpreet Singh, Department of Neurosurgery

Job Postings

1. Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)

• Number of Posts: 01
• Essential Qualifications:
  • First class Post Graduate Degree (MSc – Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, and other allied subjects).
  • Second class Post Graduate Degree with PhD (Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, and other allied subjects).
  • Minimum 1-Year experience in Biomedical research projects/Clinical trials.
• Desirable:
  • Knowledge of computer applications.
  • Previous experience in molecular/genomic laboratories.
  • Proficiency in Hindi and English.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Statistical software.
• Age Limit: 35 years (as on the last date of application). Age relaxation as per Gol norms.
• Job Profile:
  • Estimation of drug levels of Phenytoin and Lcvetiracetam using HPLC.
  • Genetic analysis of CYP2C9/SV2A Polymorphism.
  • Filing CRF forms and real-time digital data transfer.
  • Coordinating with other centers for patient recruitment, drug dispensing, and other project-related tasks.
• Job Duration: Initially for 6 months, likely to be extended based on performance.
• Place of Work: PGIMER Chandigarh.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 56,000 per month + HRA [Total: Rs. 66,080].
• Date of Walk-in Interview: 7th August 2024.

2. Project Technical Support-II

• Number of Posts: 01
• Essential Qualifications:
  • 12th Science with Diploma (MLT/DMLT/D-Pharma/B-Pharma/ITI).
• Desirable:
  • Five years of experience in the relevant field.
  • Knowledge of computer applications.
• Age Limit: 30 years (as on the last date of application). Age relaxation as per Gol norms.
• Job Profile:
  • Collecting biochemical and radiological reports.
  • Typing research reports and preparing excel sheets for data management.
  • Digital transfer of CRF data, laboratory data, etc.
  • Preparation of prefilled syringes/tablets as per investigator guidance.
• Job Duration: Initially for 6 months, likely to be extended based on performance.
• Place of Work: PGIMER Chandigarh.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 23,600/- [Total: Rs. 20,000 + HRA @ 18% (Rs. 3600)].
• Date of Walk-in Interview: 7th August 2024.

General Terms & Conditions

1. Salaries and experiences will be as per ICMR guidelines.
2. As this is a multi-institutional project, the salary will be paid by AIIMS, Jodhpur Rajasthan.
3. Posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Candidates will have no right to claim permanent employment under Govt. of India/PGIMER.
4. All educational and professional qualifications should be from recognized boards/universities and full-time.
5. Experience requirements specified should be after obtaining the minimum educational qualifications.
6. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
7. Positions are purely on a temporary/contractual basis.
8. Salary is consolidated without additional benefits and based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
9. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
10. Age relaxation for SC, ST, and OBC candidates will be provided against reserved posts only.
11. Age, education qualification, and experience will be considered up to the last date of the advertisement.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their complete bio-data, signed and enclosing photocopies of certificates/testimonials in support of date of birth, qualification/experience, and affixed with the latest passport-size photograph. Submit applications to the Department of Neurosurgery, Room No 2, 5th floor, Nehru Hospital, PGIMER, Chandigarh by 1st August 2024. Candidates must appear for a personal interview along with original certificates on 7th August 2024 at 10:00 am in the Department of Neurosurgery, PGIMER, Chandigarh.

For further updates, visit the PGIMER website regularly.

Contact: PGIMER, Chandigarh – Department of Neurosurgery

Application Link