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Project Details
Project Title: (ICMR Delhi) Carvedilol + Simvastatin vs. Carvedilol alone for Chronic Liver Disease and Cirrhotic cardiomyopathy and its impact on hepatic decompensation and survival; a double-blind randomized controlled trial.
- Position: Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical)
- Number of Vacancies: One
- Duration: Temporary (one year, extendable up to 3 years)
- Pay and Allowances: As per ICMR Rules
- Place of Work: Department of Hepatology, Post-Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh.
- Probable Joining Date: Immediate
Responsibilities of the Project Research Scientist
The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in executing a double-blind randomized controlled trial focused on evaluating the effectiveness of Carvedilol alone versus Carvedilol combined with Simvastatin. The study aims to assess the impact of these treatments on Chronic Liver Disease and Cirrhotic cardiomyopathy, providing a unique opportunity to gain specialized expertise and experience in clinical research.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications:
- First-class post-graduate degree, including the integrated PG Degree, or
- Second-class post-graduate degree, including the integrated PG degree with PhD, or
- For engineering/IT/CS: First-class graduate degrees of four years.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in clinical trials for more than one year.
- Experience in liver diseases/Gastroenterology.
Age Limit: Less than 35 years.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their bio-data via email to Dr. Madhumita Premkumar at hepatology.mpk@gmail.com by February 18, 2025. Please note that only shortlisted candidates (up to 10) will be invited for a written exam/interview. The date and time for the written exam/interview will be communicated via email by February 20, 2025.
Important Instructions:
- All communication regarding the recruitment process will be conducted via email. Hard copies are not required.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the written exam/interview.
Contact Information
Dr. Madhumita Premkumar, Associate Professor,
Department of Hepatology,
Nehru Hospital Extension block,
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research,
Chandigarh 160012