Research(BDS & MDS) 📍 Raipur

AIIMS Raipur has released an official notification inviting applications for contractual positions under the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) funded multi-centric iKMC research study. The study focuses on advancing clinical and community-based neonatal and child health outcomes.
A total of 58 vacancies are available across multiple research and field support roles. Among these, several positions are suitable for BDS and MDS candidates, highlighting a rare and prestigious opportunity for dental graduates seeking clinical research exposure in national-level health projects.
Overview of BDS/MDS Eligible Positions
Candidates possessing BDS or MDS qualifications may apply for the following posts:
Designation Post Code Essential Qualification Consolidated Salary Age Limit Vacancies
Senior Research Officer BMGF/01 MDS with 2 years of clinical/research experience OR BDS with 7 years of research experience ₹1,00,000/- per month 18–45 years 02
Research Officer BMGF/02 MBBS/BDS/MPH with 2 years of research experience OR experience in pediatrics/child health ₹65,000/- per month 18–45 years 10
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) BMGF/03 MBBS/BDS/MPH ₹45,400/- per month 18–45 years 02
These positions offer valuable research exposure, particularly for dental graduates interested in clinical trials, public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, and translational research in the pediatric domain.
🏷 Complete Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
Post Code Position Total Posts Monthly Salary
BMGF/01 Senior Research Officer 02 ₹1,00,000/-
BMGF/02 Research Officer 10 ₹65,000/-
BMGF/03 Senior Research Fellow 02 ₹45,400/-
BMGF/04 Research Nurse 20 ₹30,600/-
BMGF/05 Data Entry Operator 12 ₹25,000/-
BMGF/06 Lab Technician 01 ₹25,000/-
BMGF/07 Field Worker 11 ₹25,000/-
👉 Total vacancies: 58
All posts are purely contractual, with no claim to permanent absorption.
📅 Important Dates to Remember
Event Schedule
Last date for submission 29 November 2025, 05:00 PM
Proposed Written Test/Interview 2nd & 3rd December 2025 (Subject to change based on applicant volume)
Reporting Time 09:30 AM
Advertisement Release Date 18 November 2025
Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid delays in postal delivery.
📩 Application Process
Candidates must follow the steps below to ensure a valid application submission:
1. Download the Application Form from the official AIIMS Raipur website.
2. Fill in the form carefully and attach self-attested copies of certificates, including:
Educational qualifications
Internship certificate (if applicable)
Experience certificates
Identity proof
Category certificate (if claiming reservation)
3. Send the complete application via Speed Post / Registered Post / Email Post to:
> Dr. Atul Jindal
Professor & Principal Investigator,
BMGF Multicentric iKMC Study,
Department of Pediatrics,
AIIMS Raipur, Chhattisgarh – 492099
4. The envelope must be labeled as:
> “Application for the contractual post of ______ in BMGF multicentric iKMC study, AIIMS Raipur, C.G.”
📑 Documents to Carry on Interview Day
Shortlisted candidates must bring:
Duly filled application form
Original certificates
Research publications (if available)
Experience certificates
One recent passport-size photograph
One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents
🧾 Application Fees
👉 No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
💡 Why This Opportunity Matters
Working on a BMGF-funded multi-centric project at a premier institute like AIIMS offers:
Hands-on exposure to field research methodologies
Experience in pediatric and community health studies
Publication and collaborative research opportunities
Strong CV value for PhD, international health fellowships, or government research careers
This makes the recruitment drive especially valuable for candidates seeking a future in public health, biomedical research, epidemiology, or evidence-based clinical practice.
Conclusion
This recruitment is a remarkable opportunity for healthcare and dental graduates to become part of an internationally funded research project addressing critical child health outcomes in India. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to review eligibility criteria carefully and submit their applications before the deadline.