All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh has announced a research recruitment opportunity for 2026 for the post of Study Coordinator / Project Research Scientist (Medical). This position is part of a Phase-I vaccine clinical trial related to typhoid immunization.
Candidates from medical and AYUSH backgrounds, including MBBS, MVSc, BDS, BHMS, and BAMS, are eligible to apply for this contract-based research position.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in clinical research, vaccine trials, epidemiology, and public health research projects.
Overview of AIIMS Rishikesh Recruitment 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh |
| Post Name | Study Coordinator / Project Research Scientist (Medical) |
| Total Vacancy | 01 Post |
| Qualification | MBBS / MVSc / BDS / BHMS / BAMS |
| Monthly Salary | ₹65,332 (Consolidated) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 Years |
| Job Type | Contract-Based Research Position |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 March 2026 |
Research Project Details
The selected candidate will work under the following funded project:
“An Open Label Phase I Study to Evaluate the Safety and Immunogenicity of Typhoid Bivalent Conjugate Vaccine of HBI when administered to Healthy Male Subjects aged 18–50 years.”
This Phase-I clinical trial focuses on evaluating:
- Safety profile of the vaccine
- Immune response (immunogenicity)
- Clinical tolerability in healthy adult subjects
The project is funded by the Human Biologicals Institute, which functions under Indian Immunologicals Limited, a leading vaccine manufacturing organization in India.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess one of the following degrees:
- MBBS
- MVSc
- BDS
- BHMS
- BAMS
This recruitment provides a valuable opportunity for AYUSH graduates (BHMS/BAMS) interested in entering clinical research and vaccine studies.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for:
- SC / ST candidates
- OBC candidates
- Women candidates
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
Relaxation will be provided according to Government of India rules.
Job Duration
The position is purely contractual and project-based.
- Initial appointment: 2 months
- Possible extension: Up to 9 months or until the project completion
Extension depends on:
- Candidate performance
- Availability of project funding
- Progress of the clinical trial
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary of ₹65,332.
This is a competitive remuneration for early-career professionals entering clinical research or public health research roles.
Selection Process
The selection process may include:
1️⃣ Written Test
2️⃣ Interview
3️⃣ Written Test + Interview
The final selection method will be decided by the research team.
The interview will be conducted at the Department of Community Medicine at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh.
Shortlisted candidates will receive details regarding the selection process via:
- Email communication
- Official website notification
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply through email submission.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Download the prescribed application form.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Attach supporting documents such as:
- Educational certificates
- Identity proof
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Combine the application form and documents into a single scanned PDF file.
- Send the PDF to the following email address:
Email: typhoidvaccineproject@gmail.com
Important Deadline
📅 Last Date to Apply: 11 March 2026
Candidates are advised to submit their application before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.