GMCH Guwahati Recruitment 2026: Apply for Scientist B (Medical) Vacancy

Name of Post: Scientist B (Medical)

No of Posts: 01

Job Location: State Level VRDL, Department of Microbiology, Gauhati Medical College & Hospital, Guwahati.

Age Limit: Not more than 38 years (Relaxation as per Govt. rules).

Salary:  As per DHR guidelines.

Educational Qualification:

• MD in Microbiology from a National Medical Commission (NMC) recognized medical college is the preferred desirable qualification.
• Candidates with MBBS/BVSc/BDS from an NMC/DCI/VCI recognized institution and a minimum of 5 years of research and diagnostic experience in a Government laboratory engaged in molecular virology (ICMR/DHR/CSIR) are also eligible.

Experience & Skills:

• Hands-on experience in molecular diagnostics including real-time RT-PCR, NGS (Illumina/Oxford Nanopore), bioinformatics, cell culture, and serological assays.
• Experience in establishing ISO 15189/NABL quality management systems and biosafety practices in BSL-2/BSL-3 laboratories.
• Evidence of independently handling funded research projects and a minimum of three original research publications in indexed journals.
• Experience in outbreak investigation and genomic surveillance.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must apply offline by sending a duly filled application form (available on the GMCH website: [https://gmch.assam.gov.in](https://gmch.assam.gov.in) ) along with self-attested copies of mark sheets, certificates, experience documents, and research publications (first page only) from Class X onwards. The envelope should be superscribed with "Application for the post of Scientist B (Medical)".

Address: Principal Investigator, State Level VRDL, Narakasur Hilltop, 5th Floor, Department of Microbiology, Gauhati Medical College & Hospital, Guwahati.

Last Date: Applications must be received within 7 days of the advertisement's publication.

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