ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, BATHINDA
Mandi Dabwali Road,
Bathinda
Punjab- 151001
AIIMS/BTI/DEAN-RES/2026/223 Date:03/11/2026
Advertisement for the Interview for the Posts of Assistant Research Officer and Lab
Technician in the Centre of Excellence/Regional Coordinating Centre , National One
Health Program for Prevention and Control of Zoonoses, AIIMS Bathinda(GAP0019)
Applications are invited in the prescribed format from eligible candidates for the posts of Assistant
Research Officer and Lab Technician under GAP0019. The posts are purely contractual and co-terminus
with the project.
Date of the interview 17 Nov 2026
Google Form Link (ARO) https://forms.gle/4GJ1bQDdeqpeL3uh9
Google Form Link (LT) https://forms.gle/pyqu3n4okTWeE5ycA
Reporting Time for Candidates 9:00 AM
Venue Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology,
Medical College Block, AIIMS Bathinda
1. Assistant
Research
Officer
(01 Post – UR)
Age Limit –
Less than 35
years
Up to 31
March 2027,
subject to
continuation
of the project
and approval
of the
funding
agency
₹ 45,000/-
(Consolidated)
1. Master’s degree in a relevant field (Medical or
general microbiology/ virology/ genetics/
Molecular biology/ veterinary science, Public
Health/ Life Sciences) from recognized
University/ Institute with experience.
2. Relevant experience in research,
laboratory/molecular testing, public health,
disease surveillance or related areas.
3. Should be well versed with molecular testing
techniques and have research
aptitude/experience.
Desirables Qualifications:
1. Experience of working in
ICMR/DHR/CSIR/DBT projects or other
equivalent research projects in medical
colleges, universities, research institutions or
public-health programmes.
2. Experience in One Health, epidemiology,
public-health surveillance, zoonotic diseases
or infectious disease surveillance.
3. Proficiency in computer applications and dataanalysis software such as MS Excel, SPSS, R,
STATA and/or Epi Info.
4. Experience in data management, data
visualization, dashboards and preparation of
analytical reports.
5. Knowledge of online survey platforms,
databases and cloud-based documentation
systems.
6. Experience in scientific writing, literature
review, preparation of technical reports and/or
research manuscripts.
7. Familiarity with digital health tools, GISbased mapping, mobile applications or
electronic surveillance/reporting systems will
be an added advantage.
2. Lab
Technician
(01 Post – UR)
Age Limit –
Less than 35
years
Up to 31
March 2027,
subject to
continuation
of the project
and approval
of the
funding
agency
₹ 20,000/-
(Consolidated)
1. 12th in science subjects AND B.Sc. MLT
OR 2-year Diploma in Medical Laboratory
Technician OR One-year DMLT
2. One year of required experience in a
Government-recognised organisation or two
years of field/laboratory experience in
equivalent streams.
Desirables Qualifications:
1. Hands-on experience in various techniques for
staining, serological investigation in
microbiology, culture of various samples, and
preparation of various media, stains and
serological reagents
Role and
Responsibilities:-
Designation - Assistant Research Officer – 1 (UR)
1. Programme & Surveillance Support – Facilitate smooth implementation of
programme activities and coordinate One Health surveillance across human, animal,
and environmental health sectors.
2. Data Management & Analysis – Collect, manage, and analyse qualitative and
quantitative data using relevant software (SPSS, R, STATA, Excel etc). Ensure data
quality, develop dashboards/visualizations, and prepare evidence-based reports.
3. Research Support – Assist in research design, data collection, literature reviews, and
preparation of manuscripts/reports.
4. Documentation & Reporting – Prepare technical reports, briefs, and presentations;
contribute to progress updates and knowledge resources.
5. Laboratory Support – Coordinate with microbiologists and technicians for timely
surveillance data, ensure accurate documentation, and support integration of lab
findings into programme reports. ( molecular testing)
6. IT & Digital Systems – Strengthen digital tools for data entry, reporting, and
visualization; support development of dashboards, GIS mapping, and mobile
applications for programme monitoring.
7. Other Responsibilities – Support capacity-building, stakeholder engagement, and any
additional tasks as assigned.
8. Any work assigned by the PI
Designation – Lab Technician – 1 (UR)
1. Perform day-to-day laboratory testing and sample processing related to project
activities and disease surveillance as per approved protocols.
2. Assist in the collection, receipt, identification, processing, labelling, storage and
transportation of clinical/field samples while maintaining sample integrity and quality.
3. Perform microbiological, serological and other laboratory investigations as
required under the project.
4. Carry out staining, culture, microscopy and other routine laboratory procedures as per
standard operating procedures (SOPs).
5. Prepare, maintain and appropriately store laboratory media, stains, reagents and
other consumables required for routine testing.
6. Ensure proper sample tracking, timely testing and accurate recording of laboratory
results in prescribed registers, formats and/or electronic databases.
7. Maintain daily laboratory records, sample registers, test reports, quality-control
records and other project-related documentation.
8. Follow appropriate quality-control, biosafety and infection-control practices during
sample handling, testing and reporting.
9. Ensure proper handling, segregation, decontamination and disposal of laboratory
specimens and biomedical waste as per applicable guidelines.
10. Assist in field visits, sample collection, surveillance activities and other projectrelated laboratory work, as and when required.
11. Maintain cleanliness, functionality and basic inventory of laboratory equipment,
work areas and supplies, and report any malfunction or shortage to the supervisor.
12. Assist the project team in compilation of laboratory data and preparation of
reports related to project activities.
13. Perform any other work assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI) in the interest of
the project.
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