RA and JRF at Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), Delhi

 Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) 

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 

Brig SK Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, 

Delhi-110054 

 Interviews for the Award of DRDO Research Associate (RA) (04 Posts) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) (11 Posts) 

The Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), a specialized laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is dedicated to advancing the readiness, preparedness, and strategic resilience of the armed forces against radiological threats. The institute focuses on the development of radiation countermeasures with its mission of "Atom for Peace" and "Peace from Atom". INMAS plays a critical role in quickly estimating absorbed radiation doses for effective triage and advising first responders and Quick Response Teams (QRTs) on immediate remedial actions. 

It also provides tailored cbRNe training modules for military, paramilitary, elite forces, and national organizations handling security crisis. Furthermore, the institute explores the neural bases of cognitive and behavioural traits crucial to military performance, aiming to safeguard the health and wellbeing of soldiers and first responders in environments with ionizing radiation and other occupational hazards. INMAS invites applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals, who desire to pursue defence related research as Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in following subjects & research areas: 

1. DRDO Research Associate (RA) (04 posts): 

1. RA-01 Research Associate – 02 Positions Life Sciences 

PhD in Life Sciences/ Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Molecular Biology 

Desirable Experience: Experience in Cell Cultures Molecular Biology, Techniques including RT-PCR & cloning. Cellular Imaging. Pre-clinical studies, Microbial Techniques, Biochemical Techniques. Experience in LC-MS / Lipidomics / metabolomics. Validation / identification of markers (lipid / metabolite / enzyme based). 

15th July 2026 

2. DRDO Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) (11 Posts): 

1. JRF01 Junior Research Fellow: (DRDO fellowship) – 05 Positions Life Sciences 

First Class M.Sc. in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Biomedical Sciences with NET (JRF/LS) qualification from any recognized National Agency. OR First Class B.Tech. in Biotechnology / Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Engineering with a valid GATE score. OR First Class M.E./M.Tech. in Biotechnology / Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Engineering at both Graduate and Post Graduate levels. (NET/GATE exempted as per applicable guidelines.) 

20th July 2026 

More Info: https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/sites/default/files/vacancy/advtINMAS03062026.pdf

JRF at PAU, LUDHIANA

 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

PAU, LUDHIANA

Applications are invited on prescribed form along with the application fee of Rs. 200/- in shape of online payment on any working day from 9.00 A.M. to 5.00 P.M. in favor of Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana along with attested copies of certificates for these positions in project as given below:

One position of Junior Research Fellow @ Rs 37,000/- + HRA 18% per month in the project entitled “Enriching the rust resistance of wheat by mapping the novel leaf rust and stripe rust resistance from multiple wild progenitor and non-progenitor species” CSS-09 (PC-6436) financed by DBT, New Delhi.

Educational qualifications

i. B.Sc./B.Tech. Biotechnology/Agriculture/B.Sc. Biosciences with minimum OCPA 6.00/10.00 basis or 60 % marks.

ii. M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Plant Breeding/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Genetics ‘crop plants’/Biochemistry/Biosciences with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65 % marks

iii. NET/NET-LS/GATE/other National level tests conducted by Central Government departments and their agencies .

Note-I: The candidates who does not possess Master’s degree in the relevant subject but possess Ph.D. degree in the discipline required at Master’s level, shall be eligible for the post.

Note II: Candidate without NET will be given an amount of Rs. 25,000+HRA.

Note-III: Desirable Candidates with experience in handling wheat crop, crossing, wheat wide hybridization, Crop genomics handling sequencing and SNP-chip data and experience in handling different software used in bioinformatics analysis.

The Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the qualifications by the last date of submission of application.

Details for the payment of online application fee-

Name of Account - COMPTROLLER PAU RECRUITMENT

Saving Account No - 29380100017259

Name of the Bank - Bank of Baroda PAU

IFSC Code - BARB0PAULUD (0 is zero)

The last date for the receipt of applications (duly completed in all respects) in this office is 03.07.2026. Incomplete applications or unsupported by the requisite documents will not be entertained. The candidate should appear for interview on 14.07.2026 at 11.00 a.m. in the office of the undersigned. Only selected candidates will be informed through email. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The application form is available at PAU website www.pau.edu.

More Info: https://pau.edu/index.php?_act=manageVacancy&DO=viewVacancyDetail&intID=7415

SRF at BRIC- Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar

 

Advt. No. 24/2026 

Walk-in Interview Date: 29.06.2026 

BRIC- Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, invites applications from Indian Nationals to join the following position sanctioned under an extramural project. 

Project Title: “Targeting the DNA Polymerase Kappa with a novel compound and using a transplanted mouse model for pre-clinical compound testing.” 

Project Investigator: Dr. S. Chakraborty 

Name of position: Senior Research Fellow 

Fellowship: Rs. 42000 per month (consolidated) 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION First-class Master’s degree in Life Sciences/Zoology/ Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology from a recognized University.

A minimum of 2 years of laboratory research experience in solid tumor biology/leukemia biology, with at least one 1st/2nd -author paper published in a reputable journal in the specified subject area mentioned above, is required. 

Project duration: 18 months. 

Age Limit: 35 years as of 20.07.2026. Age relaxation will be provided in accordance with the rules of the GOI. 

Interested candidates who meet the criteria may download the application form from our website at www.ils.res.in and attend the interview with the complete application form, along with attested copies of mark sheets and certificates, age proof, caste certificate (if any), Curriculum vitae (CV), and experience certificate. Candidates with incomplete applications and without the documents mentioned above will not be interviewed. 

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The Director's decision on candidate selection will be final, and no further correspondence will be entertained in this regard. 

Date and time of interview: 20.07.2026; 09:30 AM Venue: BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Nalco Square, Bhubaneswar 

Note: All communications will be through e-mail. No separate call letter will be issued to the candidates. 

More Info: www.ils.res.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Walk-in-Interview-Advt.-24-2026-SRF-Dr.-S-Chakraborty.pdf

Application form

JRF at Guwahati, Assam

 

Foundation for Advancement of Essential Diagnostics (FAED) 

Guwahati, Assam 

Applications are invited for the following position on a contractual ad hoc basis in a Department of Health Research, MoHFW, Govt of India-funded research project titled " A Novel Multiplex Real-Time RT-PCR Platform for Differential Diagnosis and Surveillance of Arboviral Co-infections". 

Interested candidates may submit an application with their CV and cover letter at admin@faed.in. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. 

The applications are considered on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.  

Details of the Position  

Name of the Post: Project Assistant, Research (01)  

Essential Qualification: As per ICMR guidelines (Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences / Microbiology / Biotechnology /Biomedical Engineering/or related biomedical sciences from a recognized university + relevant post-qualification experience or Master's* in relevant subject/field)  

Desirable Qualification: Experience in molecular biology techniques, ELISA, RT-PCR, Bioinformatics, biomedical engineering, and related laboratory work  

Age: As per ICMRDHR norms  Salary: As per ICMRDHR norms  

Duration: 03 Years (The position is purely temporary and coterminus with the project*)  

* Master's degree holders will be considered for future PhD registration per institutional provisions during the project period or afterward, based on the project outcomes  

Pay: ₹31,000.00 - ₹33,500.00 per month 

JRF at Amity University Uttar Pradesh

 Advertisement Date: 18.06.2026

Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida invites applications for Amity Institute of Biotechnology (AIB) for Project Assistant

Name of Post	Project Assistant
Number of Post	02 (Two)
Name of Project	“Sustainable Microalgae–Yeast Biorefinery for Enhanced Lutein and Lipid Production Utilizing Coal-Fired Flue Gas CO2 Through a Waste-to-Wealth Strategy”
Name of Sponsoring Agency	Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India
Duration of the Position	02 Years (Initially for one year and extendable based on performance and availability of funds.
Qualification	Essential Qualifications: M.Sc./M.Tech. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Biotechnology, Botany, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline with at least 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). Desirable Qualifications:  1.Hands-on experience in microalgae, yeast or microbial cultivation.  2.Knowledge of algal biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, wastewater treatment or biorefinery.  3.Experience with molecular biology, analytical instrumentation, or biochemical characterization will be preferred.  4.Good scientific writing and communication skills.
Fellowship	Fellowship: Rs.20,000/- per month (Consolidated) or as per the norms of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and Amity University, subject to approval under the sanctioned project.
Age Limit	28 years

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to send their detailed CV within 10 days of this advertisement through email to mnayak@amity.edu & CC to sushils@amity.edu .

No TA/ DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview. 

JRF at University of Kashmir