ICMR Funded Research Project – Temporary Positions Opens
Recruitment Notification
ICMR Funded Research Project
Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Periyar E.V.R. High Road, Maduravoyal, Chennai-95
Project Details
Project Title
Hybrid YOLO–MF-MLSN Lagrange Optimized Structured Methodology for Standardizing and Pre-processing Multi-Centric Unstructured Chest X-Ray Images of TB Patients
ICMR Reference No.
File No. DEV/2026/SG_Followon_I_PN (Computer No. 293173)
Principal Investigator
Dr. Kumanan, Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Institution
Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai
Project Duration
2 Years (2026–2028)
Funding Agency
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi
Vacancy Details
Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute invites applications from eligible, motivated candidates for the following purely temporary positions under the above ICMR funded research project. All positions are co-terminus with the project.
| S.No. | Post Name | Nos. | Essential Qualification | Desirable | Emoluments | Age Limit | Apply Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | 01 | PhD in CS/AI/Biomedical Engg. OR M.Tech./M.E. with 2 yrs research exp. | Post-doctoral exp.; publications in AI/medical imaging; YOLO/DL expertise | ₹67,700/month + HRA | 45 yrs | Apply Now |
| 2 | Project Research Scientist-I (Medical) | 01 | MBBS/BDS/BVSc with 2 yrs exp. OR MD/MS/MDS in relevant specialty | Pulmonology/Radiology specialization; chest X-ray interpretation; TB clinical exp. | ₹56,100/month + HRA | 45 yrs | Apply Now |
| 3 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) | 01 | PhD in CS/AI/Biomedical Engg. OR M.Sc./M.Pharm with 3 yrs research exp. | Deep learning, image pre-processing, CNN architectures; SCI/Scopus publications | ₹56,100/month + HRA | 45 yrs | Apply Now |
| 4 | Project Technical Support-II | 02 | B.Sc. (CS/IT/Electronics) with 5 yrs exp. OR M.Sc. with 2 yrs exp. | Medical image dataset handling; Python scripting; GPU/HPC workstation maintenance | ₹35,400/month + HRA | 35 yrs | Apply Now |
| 5 | Project Technical Support-III | 01 | 10+2 (Science) with 5 yrs exp. OR B.Sc. (CS/IT) with 2 yrs exp. OR Diploma | Data entry, digital file handling, basic computer operations; English/Tamil communication | ₹25,500/month + HRA | 30 yrs | Apply Now |
General Terms & Conditions
- All appointments are purely temporary and co-terminus with the ICMR funded project. They will automatically cease on project completion or withdrawal of ICMR funding, whichever is earlier.
- The posts carry no pension, provident fund (GPF), gratuity, medical benefits, or any other retirement/service benefits.
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Government of India rules in force.
- Candidates employed in government/private organizations must produce a valid NOC from their employer at the time of interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates must bear their own travel expenses.
- The Selection Committee’s decision regarding shortlisting and selection shall be final and binding.
- Canvassing in any form will result in immediate disqualification from the selection process.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must submit their application with the following documents:
- CV / Biodata with recent passport-size photograph
- Self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Experience certificates and list of publications (if any)
- Proof of age (Birth certificate / 10th mark sheet / Aadhaar)
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable); PwD certificate (if applicable)
- NOC from current employer (if employed); valid government photo ID proof
Submit by clicking the Apply Now button OR by post/hand to: Dr. Kumanan, Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai.
Important Dates
Last Date for Receipt of Applications
25/10/2026
Date of Interview will be informed later
Contact
Principal Investigator: Dr. Kumanan, Professor
Department: Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Institution: Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai
Email: kumanan.cse@drmgrdu.ac.in
Phone: 9042319539
Website: www.drmgrdu.ac.in
