SCTIMST Research Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 589,000 - 706,000; Full time

Job summary

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, invites applications for the Research Associate I position under a DBT-funded project focused on minimally invasive cardiovascular devices. Initial appointment is for 6 months with possibility of extension up to 13.06.2029, based in Thiruvananthapuram.

Qualification includes M.Tech/M.E or Ph.D in engineering/tech, with B.Tech in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation and a SCI-indexed

Qualifications

• M.Tech / M.E / Ph.D in Engineering / Technology, with B.Tech in Biomedical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent and at least one research paper in SCI-indexed journal.
• 3 years Research/Industrial/Academic experience after M.Tech/M.E.; Ph.D candidates exempted from experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Research and Development of medical devices for minimally invasive cardiovascular applications including product design, CAD, FEM/CFD analysis, prototyping, in vitro/in vivo testing, technology transfer and documentation.

Skills

SCI journal publication

Education

B.Tech/B.E; M.Tech/M.E; Ph.D

Job description

COMPANY NAME Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum

POST NAME Research Associate I

QUALIFICATION B.Tech/B.E, M.Phil/Ph.D, M.E/M.Tech

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, Biomedical Technology Wing, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram has released the recruitment notification Advt. No. P&A.II/46/RA.I/P.8264/BMT-SCTIMST/2026 dated 22.10.2026 for 1 Research Associate I post under the DBT Funded Project entitled “Centre of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Devices” P.8264. Eligible candidates may apply online through the official website at https://www.sctimst.ac.in/Recruitment/ up to 05.11.2026, 5.00 pm.

About SCTIMST Research Associate I

This recruitment is conducted by the Biomedical Technology Wing of Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, located in Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, for a DBT-funded project focusing on minimally invasive cardiovascular devices. The appointment is initially for a period of 6 months and is likely to be extended up to 13.06.2029.

SCTIMST Research Associate I at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum (Biomedical Technology Wing)

Advertisement No. P&A.II/46/RA.I/P.8264/BMT-SCTIMST/2026

Department Biomedical Technology Wing, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram

Project (title as printed) Centre of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Devices (P.8264)

Funding Agency DBT

Tenure Initially for a period of 6 months, likely to be extended upto 13.06.2029

Post Name(s) Research Associate I

Vacancies 1

Pay Rs. 58,000/- + 18% HRA

Age Limit 35 years as on 01.11.2026

Application Fee The notice does not mention any application fee.

There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Research Associate I post under the project.

Post Name

Category Break-up

Research Associate I 1 1 OBC (In the absence of eligible OBC candidates, EWS candidates will be considered, further in absence of eligible EWS candidates, UR will be considered.)

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• M.Tech / M.E. / Ph.D in Engineering / Technology, with B.Tech in Biomedical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent and at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
• (i) 3 years Research / Industrial / Academic experience after M.Tech / M.E.
• (ii) for Ph.D candidates experience is not essential.
• Experience in Research and Development on Medical Devices / Industrial / Academic experience such as Product Design, Finite element analysis, Computational fluid dynamics, Prototyping, Medical device development and testing, Quality system documentation.

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026.

Selected candidates will receive monthly emoluments of Rs. 58,000/- + 18% HRA. The appointment is initially for a period of 6 months and is likely to be extended upto 13.06.2029.

SCTIMST Research Associate I Job Description

Research & Development of medical device for minimally invasive cardiovascular applications involving: product design, computer aided design, analysis such as FEM, CFD, prototyping, in vitro testing, in vivo testing, technology transfer, documentation.

Selection and Interview

The applications will be screened and eligible candidates will be called for an Interview to be conducted at the Biomedical Technology Wing of the Institute at Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 012. Intimation regarding the schedule of interview will be sent to their email id provided in the ONLINE application form. Depending on the number of candidates, a written test of a qualifying nature will be conducted for initial screening and only qualified candidates will be called for interview. Marks obtained in the written test, if conducted, will not be counted for final ranking.

Event

Date

Date of Notification 22.10.2026

Last Date for Applying ONLINE 05.11.2026, 5.00 pm

• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• Experience wherever prescribed means experience gained AFTER acquiring the prescribed essential qualification.
• Depending on the number of candidates, a written test of a qualifying nature will be conducted for initial screening and only qualified candidates will be called for interview. Marks obtained in the written test, if conducted, will not be counted for final ranking.
• Eligible candidates are required to apply ONLINE through Institute website and upload scanned copies of certificates to prove age, qualifications, experience and a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for OBC candidates) / Income and Asset certificate (for EWS candidates) in the prescribed format applicable for employment in Central Govt. Institutions issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of a Tahsildar.

Official Notification PDF Advt. No.P&A.II/46/RA.I/P.8264/BMT-SCTIMST/2026

Q1. How many vacancies are available for SCTIMST Research Associate I?

Existing—1 OBC (In the absence of eligible OBC candidates, EWS candidates will be considered, further in absence of eligible EWS candidates, UR will be considered.)

Q2. What is the last date to apply online?

05.11.2026 5.00 pm

Q3. What is the essential educational qualification required?

M.Tech / M.E. / Ph.D in Engineering / Technology, with B.Tech in Biomedical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent and at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.

Q4. Is experience mandatory for the Research Associate I post?

(i) 3 years Research / Industrial / Academic experience after M.Tech / M.E. (ii) for Ph.D candidates experience is not essential.

Q5. What is the monthly salary for this position?

Rs. 58,000/- + 18% HRA

Q6. What is the age limit for applicants?

35 years as on 01.11.2026

Q7. What is the duration of the project appointment?

Initially for a period of 6 months, likely to be extended upto 13.06.2029.

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