AIIMS New Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Research Associate III
Centre for Dental Education & Research (CDER), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, invites applications for the post of Research Associate III under the project “Technical Resource Centre under the Centre for Evidence for Guidelines”, funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.
Important Dates
- Date of Notification: 07 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 23 August 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be called for personal discussion/interview with the Project Investigators.
Position Overview
| Position | Research Associate III |
|---|---|
| No. of Posts | 01 (One) |
| Project Code | T‑338 |
| Funding Agency | Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India |
| Nature of Post | Temporary, contractual |
| Initial Duration | 3 months (extendable up to 1 year based on performance and fund availability) |
| Fellowship | ₹67,000 + ₹20,100 HRA per month |
| Age Limit | 35 years (relaxable as per Government of India guidelines) |
Eligibility Criteria
🛠️ Essential Tools
- Essential Qualification:
- MD / MS / MPH / MDS from NMC/NDC recognized medical or dental college, OR
- MSc / PhD in Life Sciences
- Essential Experience:
- Certified training in conducting systematic reviews and meta‑analysis.
- At least one published systematic review as first or corresponding author in a MEDLINE‑indexed journal.
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 years as on the last date of application (relaxable as per Government of India guidelines).
Desirable Qualifications
- Strong manuscript writing skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Certified training in systematic review protocol development and conduct.
- Experience with meta‑analysis software.
- Knowledge of GRADE approach and GRADE Evidence to Decision (EtD) framework.
Fellowship & Duration
- Salary: ₹67,000 + ₹20,100 HRA per month.
- Nature of Post: Temporary, purely contractual.
- Initial Appointment: 3 months.
- Extension: Up to 1 year, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds from DHR.
General Conditions
- The selected candidate will have no right to claim regular employment at AIIMS.
- The appointment is project‑specific and co‑terminus with the funding availability.
- Project Investigators reserve the right to accept or reject any application without assigning reasons.
- No correspondence regarding rejection or selection will be entertained.
- Applicants must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
Conclusion
AIIMS New Delhi is inviting applications for the post of Research Associate III at the Centre for Dental Education & Research (CDER). With a fellowship of ₹67,000 + ₹20,100 HRA per month, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to evidence‑based health research under the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Interested candidates must apply online via the Google Form link before 23 August 2026 (5:00 PM). Shortlisted candidates will be called for personal discussion/interview with the Project Investigators.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1: What is the position available? A: Research Associate III.
- Q2: How many vacancies are there? A: One (01).
- Q3: What is the salary? A: ₹67,000 + ₹20,100 HRA per month.
- Q4: What is the age limit? A: Maximum 35 years (relaxable as per Government of India guidelines).
- Q5: What are the essential qualifications? A: MD/MS/MPH/MDS from NMC/NDC recognized medical/dental college OR MSc/PhD in Life Sciences.
- Q6: What experience is required? A: Certified training in systematic reviews and meta‑analysis, plus at least one published systematic review in a MEDLINE‑indexed journal as first/corresponding author.
- Q7: What are the desirable skills? A: Manuscript writing, communication skills, training in systematic review protocol development, meta‑analysis software, and knowledge of GRADE approach/EtD framework.
- Q8: How to apply? A: Fill the Google Form link provided in the advertisement by 23 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Q9: What is the project title? A: Technical Resource Centre under the Centre for Evidence for Guidelines (Project Code: T‑338).
- Q10: Who is the project investigator? A: Prof. Dr. Kunaal Dhingra, Department of Periodontics, CDER, AIIMS New Delhi.
