The Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has issued this vacancy notice dated 21 September 2026 on pgimer.edu.in. It invites applications for 3 contract posts under the PGIMER Chandigarh-RTSL Inc. project on replacing trans fats with healthy oils. Applications close on 28 September 2026, 12.00 PM. PGIMER Project Jobs 2026 suits candidates with postgraduate degrees in public health or food and nutrition who want research project work.
There are 3 posts in total, one each for Consultant, Project Coordinator and Research Assistant. Each post has its own qualification and experience requirement. Applications and the interview are at PGIMER, Chandigarh. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official PGIMER Chandigarh vacancy notice dated 21 September 2026. Last verified: 21 September 2026.
PGIMER Chandigarh is recruiting 3 contract posts for its project on replacing trans fats with healthy oils in India. The posts are Consultant, Project Coordinator and Research Assistant, one each. Candidates must submit their CV and documents by email or at Room Number 004 by 28 September 2026, 12.00 PM.
Quick summary of PGIMER Project Jobs 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Project | Roadmap for replacing Trans fats with healthy oils in India |
| Post | Consultant, Project Coordinator, Research Assistant |
| Total Vacancy | 3 Posts |
| Salary | ₹76,000 (Consultant), ₹76,000 (Project Coordinator), ₹47,500 (Research Assistant) per month |
| Contract Period | About 16 months, first 3 months as probation |
| Application Mode | CV and documents at Room Number 004, or by email |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in public health or a related field. Experience differs by post |
| Selection Process | Interview on 29 September 2026 at 10:30 am |
| Last Date | 28 September 2026, 12.00 PM |
| Who Can Apply | Postgraduates in Public Health, Food & Nutrition, Food Technology or MD Community Medicine, depending on the post of |
About PGIMER
PGIMER Chandigarh is running this project with RTSL Inc. The notice names it “Roadmap for replacing Trans fats with healthy oils in India”. The project runs for 16 months. The Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health is handling the vacancy. Prof. JS Thakur, Professor of Community Medicine, signed the notice as Principal Investigator (PI). The Consultant post gives technical support to the SHIFT Consortium.
How this vacancy compares
These are project posts. The notice sets a contract of about 16 months, with the first three months as probation. Unlike a permanent post, each one is tied to the project period. Candidates who want regular employment can look at more government jobs on the site.
The window is short. The notice is dated 21 September 2026. The last date is 28 September 2026, and the interview follows on 29 September 2026. Candidates from outside Chandigarh should plan travel and documents early. Chandigarh has rail, road and air connections.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important dates
The notice does not give an application start date.
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 21 September 2026 |
| Last date to submit CV and documents | 28 September 2026, till 12.00 PM |
| Reporting time | 29 September 2026, 9:00 am at room 004, Basement, Dept. of Community Medicine & SPH, PGIMER, Chd. |
| Interview | 29 September 2026, 10:30 am in room number 108 |
The notice gives two rooms for 29 September 2026. Reporting is at room 004 in the basement. The interview is in room number 108. The notice does not say what happens to a candidate who reports after 9:00 am.
Vacancy details and salary
The notice lists 3 posts, one vacancy each. It gives no grade or pay scale and no category-wise split. Reservation details are not mentioned in the official notification.
| Post | No. of Posts | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant | 1 | ₹76,000 |
| Project Coordinator | 1 | ₹76,000 |
| Research Assistant | 1 | ₹47,500 |
| Total | 3 |
The notice calls the salary monthly emolument and gives one fixed figure per post. It does not mention allowances, deductions or in-hand salary.
Core responsibilities per post
- The Consultant gives technical support to the SHIFT Consortium and works on TFA (trans-fatty acids) projects as assigned by the PI.
- The Project Coordinator handles overall project coordination and builds the coalition between involved parties. The role also covers planning project activities and managing and supervising the project staff.
- The Research Assistant does the literature review as per the outlined objectives and works on evidence generation. The role also helps the Project Coordinator with in-depth stakeholder interviews and helps develop the project report.
Eligibility
All three posts need at least a Master’s degree. Candidates can also see more post graduate jobs on the site. The notice sets a separate requirement for each post.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant | Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Food & Nutrition, Food Technology, Public Health or MD Community Medicine, from a recognized University/Institution | Desirable: 3 years of experience or expertise in trans-fatty acids, edible oils, healthy dietary fats, food safety, nutrition policy, public health nutrition, food regulation or related areas |
| Project Coordinator | Master’s in Public Health. Preferably Ph.D. in Public Health/Food & Nutrition | 1.5 to 3 years in public health or TFA health related research projects |
| Research Assistant | Master’s in Public Health | One year in health related projects |
The age limit is not mentioned in the official notification.
The notice marks the Consultant experience as desirable. It also says retired officials in Food, Nutrition or Public Health may be considered for that post. The printed wording reads “with exceptional in”, so the exact condition is unclear. Candidates in this group should confirm it with the department.
The Project Coordinator post gives a range of 1.5 to 3 years. The notice does not say whether 1.5 years is the minimum.
A Master’s in Food & Nutrition or Food Technology fits only the Consultant post. The other two posts name a Master’s in Public Health.
Selection process
The notice names one selection step, an interview. It mentions no written test or skill test. It does not say how candidates will be shortlisted.
- Submit the CV and documents by 28 September 2026, 12.00 PM.
- Report at 9:00 am on 29 September 2026 at room 004, Basement.
- Attend the interview at 10:30 am in room number 108.
- Selected candidates join on contract for about 16 months, with the first three months as probation.
How to apply
The notice gives no online application portal. Candidates can apply in person or by email.
- Prepare a CV and supporting documents. The notice does not list which documents.
- Submit them to Ms. Swati Kanojia, Room Number 004, Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, PGIMER Chandigarh. Or email the application to healthyoils2024@gmail.com.
- Send or submit the application by 28 September 2026, till 12.00 PM.
- Report at 9:00 am on 29 September 2026 at room 004, Basement, Dept. of Community Medicine & SPH, PGIMER, Chd.
- Attend the interview at 10:30 am in room number 108.
The email address in the notice is a Gmail address. Candidates should copy it exactly from the notice PDF. Apply only through the details printed in the official notice. Never pay any agent or middleman for a government job.
Documents to keep ready
- CV (asked for in the notice)
- Documents (the notice asks for them but does not list them)
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Candidates should keep degree and experience certificates ready, along with a photo ID, since qualification and experience decide eligibility. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official vacancy notice | Roadmap for replacing Trans fats with healthy oils in India, dated 21 September 2026 |
| Application email | healthyoils2024@gmail.com |
| Online application portal | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Latest jobs across India | More central and state vacancies |
Should you apply?
These posts suit candidates with a Master’s degree in Public Health who already have project experience. The Research Assistant post asks for one year, so it fits candidates early in a research career. The Consultant post accepts a wider set of degrees, including Food Technology and MD Community Medicine.
The contract is the main trade-off. Each post runs for about 16 months, and the notice promises no extension. Candidates who need a permanent post should treat this as project work.
Competition is hard to judge. There is one post under each title, and the notice gives no applicant figures. A single vacancy per title means a narrow selection. Project experience of this kind can count toward later research posts. The Project Coordinator post here itself asks for 1.5 to 3 years in public health research projects. The timeline is tight. Candidates must report by 9:00 am on 29 September 2026 in Chandigarh, and documents are due a day before.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
FAQs
Can candidates apply for more than one post in the PGIMER trans fat project?
The notice does not say whether one candidate can apply for more than one post. Candidates who meet the requirements for two posts should confirm with the department at Room Number 004 before submitting their CV.
Can candidates apply after 28 September 2026 for the PGIMER project posts?
The notice sets 28 September 2026, 12.00 PM as the last time to submit the CV and documents. It mentions no extension and no late applications. Candidates should check the PGIMER website for any change before the interview on 29 September 2026.
Is the PGIMER trans fat project job permanent?
No. The notice describes the posts as purely contract basis for about 16 months, with the first three months as probation. It does not say the posts can be extended or made permanent.
What is the career path after a PGIMER Research Assistant project post?
The notice does not describe career progression. Project experience can count toward later posts that ask for research experience. The Project Coordinator post here asks for 1.5 to 3 years in public health research projects. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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