Research Officer, Lab Technician and Field Worker — iKMC Project
AIIMS Raipur has issued advertisement OW/iKMC/BMGF/2026/2264, dated 29 October 2026, for three contractual project positions in its BMGF-funded multicentric iKMC study. There is one opening each for Research Officer, Lab Technician and Field Worker. The roles have different eligibility, age bands and posting sites, so choose the post that matches your qualification and experience.
| Recruiting institution | All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur |
|---|---|
| Current advertisement | OW/iKMC/BMGF/2026/2264, 29 October 2026 |
| Vacancies | Research Officer 1; Lab Technician 1; Field Worker 1 |
| Initial term | 6 months; conditional extension up to 2.5 more years |
| Application method | Prescribed form and documents by Speed Post only |
| Receipt deadline | 12 November 2026, 2:00 p.m. |
| Proposed interview | 16 November 2026; reporting 9:30 a.m.; subject to screening and application numbers |
Research Officer — BMGF/02
The essential qualification is MBBS, BDS or MPH with two years of research experience or experience working in a Paediatrics Department or child health. At least one publication is desirable. The advertised age band is 18–45 years. The fixed consolidated salary is ₹65,000; the table does not specify its payment period. The posting is SNCU at District Hospital Rajnandgaon.
The officer will implement the research project at the site and coordinate with Nursing Officers, the Data Entry Operator and Field Workers, along with other project tasks assigned by the Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator.
Lab Technician — BMGF/06
Applicants need a BSc in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or Life Science with at least one year working in a diagnostic/research laboratory; alternatively, 12th with a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and at least three years in a diagnostic/research laboratory. A computer-application certificate such as DCA/PGDCA is desirable. The age band is 18–35 years. The fixed consolidated salary is ₹25,000, with payment period unstated in the notice.
This role is based in the Microbiology Department at AIIMS Raipur. Work includes checking sample adequacy, coordinating timely sample receipt, sending reports to the PI and contributing centres, and other assigned study tasks.
Field Worker — BMGF/07
The essential requirement is 10+2/equivalent from a recognised board plus three years working in a diagnostic laboratory. DMLT/DALT with one year of diagnostic-laboratory experience is listed as desirable; it should not be treated as an automatic replacement for the essential condition. The age band is 18–35 years. The fixed consolidated salary is ₹25,000; its payment period is not specified. The posting is District Hospital Kondagaon.
Responsibilities include daily sample transfer from peripheral centres to AIIMS Raipur and assisting the Research Officer and Lab Technician with sample processing and other project work.
Tenure and posting conditions
The initial appointment is for six months, with extension of up to a further 2.5 years subject to performance and the project. These are project contracts, not appointments on the regular AIIMS Raipur payroll, and do not create a claim to permanent employment. The PI makes the final posting decision and may transfer staff according to project needs. No remote arrangement is advertised. Confirm the exact payment schedule and written terms before accepting.
How to apply by Speed Post
The application form is included in the official notice linked below. It must be typed and signed, with its headings and serial order retained. Use separate annexures where needed and attach the required self-attested certificate copies and two recent self-signed passport-size colour photographs.
- Download the official notice and prescribed form, and enter the advertisement number and the specific post applied for.
- Attach supporting qualification and experience documents. Include applicable publication details and retain originals for selection verification.
- Send the complete application by Speed Post only to Dr. Atul Jindal, Professor, Paediatrics, Room 1655, B-Block, Third Floor, New Administration Building, AIIMS, Tatibandh, G.E. Road, Raipur 492099.
- Mark the envelope with the contractual post and BMGF multicentric iKMC study, AIIMS Raipur. Ensure it reaches by 12 November 2026 at 2:00 p.m.; dispatch by that date is not enough.
Read the AIIMS Raipur iKMC notice and prescribed application form
Selection and interview
Applications will be scrutinised. Selection is through interview; a written test may be held if more than 50 candidates per post are eligible. The proposed interview date is 16 November 2026, with reporting at 9:30 a.m. at the address above, subject to screening needs. Check the official website for eligible lists and final interview/test information; the notice says separate communication will not be sent for those updates. Selected candidates are notified by email.
By-hand or incomplete applications are rejected, and the institution is not responsible for postal delay. Bring the prescribed form, original certificates, publication/experience evidence and self-attested copies when attending selection. No TA/DA is payable. Queries about the project can be sent to ikmcbmgf@gmail.com.
