Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh (CTUAP), Vizianagaram, has invited applications from Indian nationals for the recruitment of Project Research staff under the National Health Research Project (NHRP) titled “Development of an optimal model for sickle cell disease screening, diagnosis, treatment and care: An implementation research study”. The Principal Investigator of the project is Dr Parikipandla Sridevi, Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, CTUAP.
Eligibility
Two posts are available:
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical), 1 UR post: Professionals with Post-Graduation in Anthropology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Social Welfare and Rural Management, Rural Development or any life sciences subject with at least two years of post-qualification experience exclusively in community-based health research with publications. Maximum age limit: 35 years.
- Project Technical Support-III (1post-OBC): MA/MSc in Anthropology, Social Work, MPH, Social Welfare and Rural Management, Rural Development, other social sciences, or life sciences with experience in community-based health research; or Graduates in Nursing or Dental Sciences with three years’ experience in community-based health research. Maximum age limit: 35 years (relaxable by 3 years for OBC candidates).
Pay Scale
- Project Research Scientist-I: Rs. 56,000 per month plus HRA as admissible
- Project Technical Support-III: Rs. 28,000 per month plus HRA as admissible
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 21 November 2026 |
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview by email. Shortlisted candidates must bring original and copies of documents for verification and appointment. The initial appointment is for six months or co-terminus with the project, extendable based on performance.
How to Apply
- Send a soft copy of the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) including scanned copies of academic and experience certificates to the email icmrnhrp@gmail.com.
- Applications must reach on or before 21 November 2026 (within 15 days of the advertisement date 6 November 2026).
- Separate applications are required for each post applied for via separate emails. Multiple posts in one email will consider only the first post applied for.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview by email.
- Check the university website https://www.ctuap.ac.in regularly for updates.
Additional Information
- The job involves fieldwork in tribal areas of Alluri Seetharama Raju (ASR) district, Andhra Pradesh, coordinating with government health systems, data collection, sensitisation and community mobilisation.
- Preference will be given to Telugu-speaking candidates.
- The posts are temporary and do not guarantee regular appointments.
- No TA/DA or other allowances for the interview.
- Candidates must have qualifications and experience from recognised organisations with valid certificates.
- Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC candidates as per norms.
Posts, eligibility and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Essential qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (Post-1 UR) | 1 | Post-Graduation in relevant social sciences/life sciences with 2 years experience in community-based health research and publications | Rs. 56,000 per month + HRA |
| Project Technical Support-III (1 post - OBC) | 1 | MA/MSc in Anthropology, Social Work, MPH, Nursing, Dental Sciences or related with 3 years experience in community-based health research | Rs. 28,000 per month + HRA |
| Total | 2 posts |
