Bhubaneswar: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, has invited applications for one Project Associate-I position under a research project funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES).

Eligible candidates can apply by email by October 31, 2026.

The selected candidate will receive a monthly remuneration of Rs 31,000 plus 20% House Rent Allowance (HRA), taking the total to Rs 37,200. The appointment will be on a temporary contractual basis for 11 months, subject to the terms of engagement.

Eligibility and selection

Applicants must hold a master's degree in Natural Sciences, Life Sciences or a related discipline from a recognised university. The upper age limit is 35 years, with applicable relaxation for eligible reserved categories.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in extracting bioactive molecules from marine plants or animals, purifying compounds using chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and TLC, and characterising bioactive molecules through cell-based assays.

Candidates with qualifications such as CSIR-UGC NET or GATE may also have an advantage.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format to [email protected] by October 31, 2026, with the subject line “Application for the post of Project Associate-I”.

Applicants should attach relevant educational certificates, proof of age, experience certificates, identity proof and other applicable documents.

Candidates will be shortlisted for an interview, which is scheduled for November 3, 2026. The application fee has not been specified in the recruitment details.

Applicants are advised to check the official notification for complete eligibility conditions and application instructions before applying.