GMCH Recruitment 2026: Apply for Project Research Scientist and Technical Support Posts
Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh has opened applications for 2 contractual posts — Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) and Project Technical Support-III — under an ICMR-funded scrub typhus clinical trial. Applications go offline, closing 20 August 2026.
Quick Overview
| Organization | Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh |
| Advertisement No. | GMCH/Paed/ICMR/ESCHAR/26-19 |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Last Date | 20 August 2026 |
Vacancy and Eligibility
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) — 1 post — First class PG degree (or integrated PG) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or Immunology. Research experience in blood sample processing/rt-PCR desirable. ₹67,200/month (₹56,000 + 20% HRA).
- Project Technical Support-III — 1 post — Second class or equivalent CGPA, 4-year Bachelor’s in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing), with a basic computer course certificate. Clinical trials/drug handling experience desirable. ₹33,600/month (₹28,000 + 20% HRA).
About the Project
These posts support the ICMR-funded ESCHAR Trial — ‘Efficacy in Scrub Typhus of Combination Therapy in Children versus Azithromycin or Doxycycline Monotherapy: A Double-Blind Randomized Control Trial’ — based in the Department of Pediatrics, Block D, Level 4, GMCH-32, Chandigarh.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on qualification and experience
- Interview
How to Apply
- Download the application form from gmch.gov.in.
- Fill it carefully and attach self-attested copies of your certificates, photograph, and ID proof.
- Send the completed application to the Project Room (Ms. Leena), Pediatric office, Deptt. of Pediatrics, Block D, Level 4, GMCH, Chandigarh.
- Ensure it arrives before 20 August 2026.
Official Links
Official Notification PDF: Download Notification
Official Website: gmch.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
20 August 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
2 — 1 Project Research Scientist-I, 1 Project Technical Support-III.
What is the age limit?
35 years for both posts.
Where should applications be sent?
To the Project Room (Ms. Leena), Department of Pediatrics, Block D, Level 4, GMCH, Chandigarh.
Since this is a specific clinical trial project, tailor your application to highlight any prior experience in pediatric research, sample processing, or clinical trial support relevant to the ESCHAR trial’s scope.