JRF at CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF RAJASTHAN

 

CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF RAJASTHAN 

Department of Biochemistry, 

School of Life Sciences 

ADVERTISEMENT NO: CURAJ/BIOCHEM/SKP/DBT /01 Dated: 09/07/2026 

Applications are invited for the following assignment in a purely time bound research project undertaken in the Department of Biochemistry, School of Life Sciences of the University. 

Sl. No. 

Name of the temporary post Junior Research Fellow & Project Assistant 1 

Number of Post 01 JRF & 01 PA 

2 Title of the Research Project Genomics assisted improvement of scented rice from Assam (Joha) and Manipur for yield enhancement under stress and improved nutrition 

3 Name of the Funding Agency DBT, Govt of India 

3 Tenure of the Assignment 03 Years/ 01 Year (extendable for another year based on performance) 

4 Consolidated monthly compensation / Fellowship As per the norms (Rs. 37,000 + 9% HRA for JRF & Rs 20000 +9% HRA for PA) 

5 Essential qualifications M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Botany, and any branch of life science with ≥ 55% or equivalent CGPA with a good academic record from a recognized university/institute as per UGC norms. For JRF, the candidate should have qualified NET/ GATE /other national level examination conducted by a central agency like CSIR and DBT. Age limit- Age not exceeding 28 Years for JRF/PA Age Relaxation is allowed up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and up to 3 years for OBC candidates. Those who belong to SC/ST/OBC are required to produce the Original Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority. 

6 Desirable Candidates with knowledge and experience in biochemistry, plant molecular biology, and plant tissue culture may be preferred. 

7 Accommodation Hostel accommodation in the University may be provided subject to availability. 

HOW TO APPLY: The candidates interested in the above area of research and for the above post may send their application in the prescribed form (format attached) with complete information and attachments (self-attested, scanned copy of certificates/documents/degree/award) along with latest CV to the undersigned in soft copy via email to sanjib.panda@curaj.ac.in as a single pdf document by 31.07.2026. The shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the offline interview conducted by the Department of Biochemistry, Central University of Rajasthan. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Prof. Sanjib K Panda Professor Department of Biochemistry Central University of Rajasthan, Bandarsindri, Kishangarh 305817, Ajmer, Rajasthan, INDIA 

More Info: https://www.curaj.ac.in/sites/default/files/Advertisement%20for%20the%20post%20of%20%2001-JRF%20%26%2001-PA%20under%20DBT%20sponsored%20Project-%20Department%20of%20Biochemistry.pdf

JRF at INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH TIRUPATI

 

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH TIRUPATI 

(An Autonomous Institution of National Importance under Ministry of Education, Govt. of India) Srinivasapuram, Jangalapalli Village, 

Yerpedu Mandal, 

Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh 517619 

Advertisement No.:51/2026 

Recruitment for the post of “Junior Research Fellow (JRF)” under ANRF-PMECRG funded project 

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is a premier autonomous Institution established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, for promotion of highquality science education and research in the country. The institute invites applications from Indian nationals for the following position purely on a contract basis: 

Name of the post Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 

Name of the project Unravelling How Intrinsically Disordered Regions Drive Dynamic Allostery Using Integrative Modelling and Machine Learning Funding Agency ANRF-PMECRG 

Principal Investigator Dr. Rajeswari Appadurai 

Project Code 30226254 

Minimum qualifications 

Essential: 

1. Master degree in Biotechnology/Computational Biology /Data science/Biology/Life Sciences/ Biochemistry or any equivalent discipline with minimum of 55% marks. Provisional degree at the time of joining is acceptable. 

2. Applicant should qualify the CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or any National Level Test conducted by Central Govt. Depts. and their agencies 

Desirable: 

• Experience in Computational biology techniques such as Molecular dynamics simulations, Docking. Python and R programming languages, and Machine learning. 

Fellowship Rs. 37,000/- + 10% HRA per month (Consolidated) based on valid CSIR / UGC-JRF / NET / GATE / Qualified National Level Test conducted by Central Govt. Depts. and their agencies. Age Not more than 30 years as on closing date of advertisement. 

No. of post One (1) 

Tenure The position is temporary and renewable every six months subject to satisfactory performance. The position is co-terminus with the project. 

Last date 5.00 p.m. on 28 th July 2026 

More Info: https://www.iisertirupati.ac.in/jobs/advt_512026/

JRF at Pune University

 

More Info: https://bioinfo.net.in/dbt_sahaj_advt_2026.pdf 

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. Administrative Officer ILS-11013/1/2024-ADMIN-ILS-Part(6) I/8513/2026

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 Department of Botany Institute of Science Varanasi

 

Department of Botany 

Institute of Science 

Varanasi -221005, UP

Applications are invited from eligible and motivated candidates for TWO (02) positions of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a research project funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, under the supervision of Dr. Prashant Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. 

Project Title Integrating Phylogenomics and Metabolomics: A Polyphasic Approach to Heterocytous Cyanobacterial Systematics and Functional Characterization 

Project Description This project aims to resolve the taxonomy and evolutionary relationships of heterocytous cyanobacteria through an integrated polyphasic approach combining molecular phylogeny, phylogenomics, morphology, and metabolomics. 

Funding Body Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India (File No.: BT/PR59716/BSA/33/735/2025; BHU Project Code: P-07/1363) 

Host Laboratory Laboratory of Cyanobacterial Systematics and Stress Biology, Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh 

Lab Website: https://cyanosystematics.com/ 

Job Role The selected Junior Research Fellow(s) will assist in the isolation, cultivation, and polyphasic characterization of heterocytous cyanobacteria using morphological, molecular, and metabolomic approaches. The role also involves field sampling, laboratory experiments, data analysis, and preparation of research reports and scientific publications. 

Project Duration Three (03) years 

Fellowship Rs. 37,000/- per month + 18% HRA for the first two years (JRF) and Rs. 42,000/- per month + 18% HRA for the third year (SRF), as per DBT norms. 

Age Limit As per the DBT guidelines 

Essential Qualifications Applicants must have JRF, NET or GATE qualification and hold an M.Sc. degree in Botany / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Applied Microbiology / Plant Science / Life Science with at least 55% or equivalent marks. 

Desirable Skills: Candidates with hands-on experience in microbiological and molecular biology techniques, cyanobacterial/algal culture handling, DNA extraction, PCR, sequence analysis, bioinformatics, metabolomics, or related laboratory techniques will be preferred. 

Last Date of Application 31st July 2026, 11:59 PM 

More Info: https://www.bhu.ac.in/Site/TempVacancyDetail/1_2_16?2091

JRF at CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF PUNJAB, BATHINDA

 

CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF PUNJAB, BATHINDA

(Established vide Act No. 25 (2009) of Parliament)   

Advt. No: PRO–349 (2026) Dated on: 07/07/2026  

PROJECT RECRUITMENT NOTICE   

Applications in the prescribed format are invited from Indian citizens for the following purely DBT-sponsored project-based temporary positions:  

Title of the Project: Mining and Functional Characterisation of glycosyltransferase involved in C-glycosylation of Flavone in Pearl Millet using the Crispr-Cas9 technology for Human Health Benefits.  

Funding Agency: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India  

Project Duration: 36 months  

NAME OF THE POST: JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW 

Monthly Emoluments : ₹ 37000/- per month + 9% HRA

   

Term of engagement: Initially for one year, extendable annually up to a maximum total duration of three (03) years or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier, subject to satisfactory performance.

    

Essential Qualification : Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or a relevant allied field of Life Sciences from a recognized University/Institute. 

Note: Candidates must have cleared National Eligibility Tests like CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship/Category 3), GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments/Agencies (such as DBT-BET, ICMR, DST, etc.) as mandated by DBT rules.   

           

Desirable Qualification: Prior hands-on laboratory experience in plant tissue culture, vector construction, molecular cloning, or CRISPR-Cas9 mediated genome editing. Familiarity with computational tools for sequence mining, phylogenetic analysis, and molecular dynamics of glycosyltransferases. Possession of at least one research publication in a peer-reviewed Science Citation Index (SCI) journal.                   

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Applications in the prescribed format may be sent to the Principal Investigator on email ID vinay@cup.edu.in on or before the last date. Further, applicants need to bring application forms along with testimonials during the interview.   

LAST DATE OF APPLICATION: 17th July, 2026

ATE OF INTERVIEW : 20th July 2026; 11:00 AM   

VENUE OF THE INTERVIEW : Department of Botany Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.  

More Info: https://cup.edu.in/sites/default/files/Advt_No_PRO_349_2026.docx

Application Form: Click Here