Sunday, May 17, 2026

Research Associate at BRIC- National Institute of Plant Genome Research Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, P.O. Box No. 10531, New Delhi-110067

 

BRIC- National Institute of Plant Genome Research 
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, P.O. Box No. 10531, 
New Delhi-110067 

Walk-in-Interview on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. onwards for the post of one Research Associate-I 

Candidates are invited to appear before selection committee in the walk-in-interview for filling up the purely temporary position of one Research Associate-I in the DBT Indo-Canada project entitled “Understanding and exploiting the role of eukaryotic energy sensor TOR Kinase in enhancing thermotolerance and drought resistance in model and crop plants”, under the supervision of Dr. pinky Agarwal, Scientist, BRIC-NIPGR. 

Emoluments ₹. 58000/- plus 27% HRA per month as sanctioned in the project. 

Qualification: Candidates should have Ph. D./MD/MS/MDS degree (awarded) in any discipline of Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Botany/Life Sciences/Plant Molecular Biology with at least one research paper in Science Citation indexed journal and fulfilling the guidelines as per DST OM number: DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated June 26, 2023 are eligible to apply. 

Candidates with prior work experience in the laboratory with extensive plant molecular biology experience, especially on rice will be preferred. The above position is completely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The fellowship amount for the above positions is as sanctioned in the project and as per DBT/DST norms. 

The initial appointment will be for one year or till the tenability of the project whichever is earlier and the same can be curtailed/extended based on assessment of the candidate's performance and discretion of the Competent Authority. BRIC-NIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualifications and experience of the candidate. Reservation of posts shall be as per Govt. of India norms. The appointment may be terminated at any time by giving one-month notice by either side. The applicants will have no claim implicit or explicit for consideration against any regular position of NIPGR. 

Eligible candidates may appear for walk-in-interview at BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi-110067 on May 21, 2026 at 10:00 am onwards along with the duly filled in application form in the prescribed format. The duly filled application form along with selfattested copies of the date of birth, educational & experience certificates must be submitted at the time of registration at BRIC-NIPGR from 09:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on May 21, 2026. Any candidate reporting after 10:00 a.m. will not be entertained for walk-in interview. 

The candidates must ascertain eligibility before applying, as ineligible candidates will not be interviewed. All the candidates are requested to appear for the interview with complete bio-data, Ph. D thesis, publication in copy and original degree/experience certificates and transcripts for verification. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence, political or otherwise, will lead to the disqualification of the candidate(s). 

Candidates must mail copies of all certificates (class 10th onwards) to pinky.agarwal@nipgr.ac.in by 19th May, 2026. They are required to bring original certificates for verification and a CV in the prescribed attached format at the time of the interview. 

Note: 
Incomplete application and those in the wrong format will be summarily rejected. 
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in-interview. 

Dr. Pinky Agarwal 
Scientist 
BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research 
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, 
New Delhi – 110067

More Info: https://nipgr.ac.in/nipgrv4/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Advt_-Dr._Pinky_Agarwal_RA-I_07-05-2026.pdf

Research Officer at BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI)

 

RECRUITMENT NOTICE NO.: THS-C/RN/12/2026 Dated: 12 th May 2026 

RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION 

1. BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) is an Institute of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India. The institute is an integral part of the interdisciplinary NCR Biotech Science Cluster located at Faridabad, with the mission to conduct innovative translational research and to develop research collaborations across disciplines and professions to translate concepts into products to improve human health. 

2. BRIC-THSTI has built several inter-institutional collaborations and connectivity with industry supported by well-trained teams of research and laboratory staff. THSTI has established various centres namely 

(a) Centre for Maternal and Child Health, 
(b) Centre for Virus Research, Therapeutics and Vaccines 
(c) Centre for Tuberculosis Research 
(d) Centre for Microbial Research, 
(e) Centre for Immunobiology and Immunotherapy 
(f) Centre for Drug Discovery 
(g) Clinical Development Services Agency 
(h) Computational and Mathematical Biology Centre 
(i) Centre for Bio-design and Diagnostics. 

These centres are strengthened by many core facilities viz. Bioassay Laboratory, Biorepository, Biosafety Level-3 Lab, Data Management Centre, Immunology Core laboratory, Multi-Omics facility, Experimental Animal Facility, Vaccine design and Development facility, School of Innovation in Bio design etc. that serve as huge resources for the research programmes of THSTI and also the National Capital Region Biotech Science Cluster and other academic and industrial partners. BRIC-THSTI trains the next generation of scientific leaders through many ambitious and globally competitive academic courses which promotes research and innovation through multi-disciplinary academia-industry partnerships. 

3. This recruitment is to fill up the vacancies for project positions at Clinical Development Services Agency (CDSA) center. CDSA is a niche center of THSTI established to facilitate development of affordable healthcare products for public health diseases. It is the only public Centre in the country created with a mandate to support and nurture cost-effective, high quality, not-for-profit technology-based preclinical and clinical product development as well as support clinical research conducted by public agencies. It works towards development of an eco-system for training and learning and work with public sector institutions, and small and medium enterprises (SME) to translate innovative technologies into medical products for public good. 

CDSA The main objectives of CDSA are: a. As an academic Clinical Research Unit, to undertake & provide end -to- end clinical study support for investigators and SMEs in study planning, set up, conduct: project management, monitoring, data management, safety reporting, analysis and report writing b. Build research capacity and capability through high quality training in the area of clinical development/trials and regulation c. Support and strengthen clinical research environment in the country d. Regulatory science and policy support: provide tools and approaches to support researchers, regulators, health policy makers & industry. 

4. This recruitment is to fill up the vacancies of BRIC-THSTI under the following projects: 

Educational Qualification and Experience required for the post: 

1. Name of the post Research Officer 

Name of the Project Efficacy. Safety, and Tolerability of Ayurveda regimen as an adjunct to antituberculosis treatment (ATT) and macronutrient supplementation on body weight, nutritional outcomes, and quality of life in adults with newly diagnosed drug-sensitive NAAT-positive Pulmonary Tuberculosis: An open-label randomized controlled parallel-arm clinical study 

Emoluments Rs. 67,000/- + HRA 

Age 40 years 

Minnimum Educational Qualification and Experience 

• Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees, in any branch of Life Sciences with three (3) years post qualification experience in clinical trial monitoring. OR 
• PhD with experience in clinical trial monitoring. 

Job profile The Research Officer plays a pivotal role in supporting the execution and management of clinical trials across all stages. Working under the direction of the Project Manager and study monitors, they ensure the smooth operation of daily trial activities, maintain regulatory and trial documentation, and coordinate communication and logistics across study stakeholders. This role is expected to work independently on assigned tasks, proactively identify potential issues, and propose process improvements. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Clinical Trial Support & Documentation 
• Coordinate and track the distribution and reconciliation of clinical trial supplies, laboratory kits, and investigational products to investigational sites. 
• Ensure timely delivery and tracking of essential study documents and materials in accordance with study timelines and site activation plans. 
• Maintain and regularly update trial tracking tools (e.g., enrollment logs, regulatory document trackers, training logs). 

Regulatory & Site Start-up Support 
• Support CRAs and site staff in the collection, review, and tracking of essential regulatory documents for ethics committee and regulatory authority submissions. 
• Assist in preparing site initiation packages and supporting site readiness for activation. 
• Liaise with regulatory, legal, and contracts departments to ensure timely processing of site contracts and confidentiality agreements. Trial Master File (TMF) Oversight 
• Lead TMF set-up and ongoing maintenance, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and audit-readiness of clinical documentation. 
• Perform periodic TMF quality control (QC) checks and contribute to TMF metrics and reconciliation activities. 
• Support the development and implementation of TMF filing plans and oversight reports. Meeting Coordination & Communication 
• Schedule, coordinate, and document clinical team meetings, site communications, and teleconferences; maintain meeting agendas and minutes. 
• Assist with the organization and execution of investigator meetings, including logistics, preparation of materials, and follow-up documentation. 

Data & Site Management 
• Support CRAs with clinical data flow, Case Report Form (CRF) tracking, and resolution of data queries with investigational sites. 
• May accompany CRAs on monitoring visits to gain on-site experience and provide additional support during critical phases of the trial. Cross-functional & Operational Support 
• Serve as the central point of contact for the clinical team regarding projectspecific communications and documentation. 
• Collaborate with Clinical Portfolio Management, Regulatory Affairs, Data Management, and Quality Assurance to ensure alignment of deliverables. 
• Support budget tracking, invoice verification, and financial documentation coordination related to trial expenses and vendor contracts. 

Quality & Compliance 
• Ensure adherence to ICH-GCP, applicable regulatory requirements, and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 
• Participate in internal and external audits and inspections as needed; support audit readiness and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) implementation. 
• Contribute to internal quality initiatives and process optimization efforts. 

Skills 
• Strong understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and clinical trial lifecycle. 
• Experience working with electronic Trial Master File (eTMF), Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), and document management platforms. 
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. 
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Date of walk-in interview for Sr. No. 1: 25th May 2026 @ 09:00 AM at THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurugram Expressway, Faridabad – 121001 

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

JRF at TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE ADVANCED CENTRE FOR TREATMENT, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN CANCER Kharghar Navi Mumbai

 

TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE 
ADVANCED CENTRE FOR TREATMENT, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN CANCER 
Kharghar
Navi Mumbai- 410 210 

No. ACTREC/Advt-89/2026 30.04.2026 

WALK- IN - INTERVIEW On Monday, 18th May, 2026 To work on project in Translational Research Laboratory Area of research: “DNA damage repair and cancer” 

Junior Research Fellow : (Rs. 30,000/-p.m.)- 1 post: 

Essential Qualification: M. Sc.* in Life Sciences with 80% marks or equivalent CGPA. 

Duration: Six months and extendable (The work progress of candidate will be monitored and extension may be given after six months.) 

*M.Sc. degree obtained after a one-year course will not be considered. 

Eligible Candidates may attend the Walk-In Interview on Monday, 18th May, 2026 in Room No.- PS306, 3 rd Floor, Paymaster Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar- 410210 along with recent CV, original and Xerox copies of all certificates and testimonials with recent passport size photograph and ID proof. (Preferably Aadhar Card). 

Reporting Time: 10.00a.m. To 10.30a.m. 

More Info: https://www.actrec.gov.in/sites/default/files/2026-04/ADVT%20-%20JRF%2018.5.26.pdf

Monday, May 11, 2026

JRF at ICAR-IARI- Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre, Aduthurai

 

ICAR-IARI- Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre, 
Aduthurai-612101 

Applications are invited for one position of Junior Research Fellow purely on contractual basis, time bound and non-regular nature under the CSIR – ASPIRE project on “Developing peptide barcodes of PUSA Basmati varieties and Hybrids for authentication and traceability”. The application deadline is 25th May 2026 and the short-listed candidates will be informed about the details of the online interview (Date and Time) by email. 

The interview will be held at IARI –Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre, Aduthurai, Tamil Nadu. The eligible candidates are requested to send their application in the enclosed proforma (Annexure-I) and declaration form (Annexure-II) along with the scanned copies of the original documents in a single PDF file to the email address p.umadevilab@gmail.com with a copy to umadevi@iari.res.in on or before 25.05.2026, 05.30 PM. After screening the applications, the eligible candidates will be informed about the details of the online interview (Date and Time) by email. Original documents will be verified at the time of interview. Therefore, shortlisted candidates will be required to carry their recent bio-data in the enclosed formats along with original copies of the relevant documents besides the copy of the Thesis. If any candidate is found to have submitted false claims during screening or at later stage, their candidature will be summarily rejected. The details of the posts are as follows: 

Rs. 37,000 + HRA p.m. (HRA will be provided as per the rule of Host Institution) 

Essential Qualification: MSc Biotechnology/ Agricultural Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences / B.Tech Biotechnology or equivalent degree, with 55% marks and passing of NET/GATE test. 

Desirable Qualification: Experience in plant proteins, genomic and proteomic data analysis with machine learning would be desired. 

Job Description 

1. Carry out research work of the project 
2. Keep a track of contingencies/consumables required for the work 
3. Assist the PI in preparation of various reports related to the research work 
4. Carryout any other departmental work related to the project as directed by PI. 

More Info: https://www.iari.res.in/files/jobs/Advertisement_IARI_Auduthurai_05052026.pdf

Sunday, May 10, 2026

RA post at ICGEB, Newdelhi

 

ONE RA position is available in the Systems Biology for Biofuel Group, ICGEB, New Delhi, for a DBT-sponsored project titled “Indigenous cyanobacteria for value-added carbon capture, utilization and storage (Cy-CCUS)”. 

Duration: The position is available initially for 1 year and is extendable, subject to satisfactory performance and fund availability. The maximum project duration is 2 years. 

Job description: The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting research in accordance with project objectives. 

Other responsibilities include: 

• Ensuring timely execution of the work as per the timeline for the project. 
• Preparing regular, detailed progress reports as and when asked by the PI or DBT. 
• Placing and tracking orders for required chemicals. 
• Traveling to collaborating institute(s) when needed, for the duration needed. 
• Preparation of manuscripts and presentations related to your work. 
• Work closely with other team members (both within the institute and with other collaborating institutes) and provide them with any assistance as needed. 

Qualifications: The incumbent should have a Ph.D. in Natural/ Agricultural Sciences/ Biotechnology from a recognized University or equivalent. Candidates must have prior experience with handling cyanobacterial strains and high-density cultures. 

Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in cyanobacterial proteomics, molecular biology, and Omics analyses. 

Salary: The salary and HRA for the position will be per DBT norms, based on qualifications and experience. Interested candidates should email their latest curriculum vitae and cover letter (Cover letter must mention pertinent skills) with a detailed description of training and experience to Dr. Shireesh Srivastava at shireesh@icgeb.res.in with the subject “Application for RA in Cyanobacterial Carbon Capture”. 

Closing date for applications: 15th May 2026. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview, which will happen on 19-May-2026.

More Info: https://www.icgeb.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/RAvacancyAdvt_07May2026.pdf

JRF and SRF at Biotechnology Mission, Govt. of Gujarat at Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU)

 

Advertisement for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF-01 post) & Senior Research Fellow (SRF-01 post)

Applications are invited for the post of a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Senior Research Fellow (SRF) to work under the research project entitled “Process scaleup studies for sustainable Biohydrogen production exploring lignocellulosic derived sugar using E. coli [Strain- gbu3gAflx]: a circular economic paradigm” funded by Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission, Govt. of Gujarat at Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU) under Dr. Sudheer Pamidimarri. The post is purely temporary and co-terminates with the project.

Eligibility:
-JRF:
M.Sc./ M.Tech./ M.Pharm./ B.Tech. or equivalent in Biotechnology/ Life Sciences and allied areas with a minimum of 55% marks in the preceding qualification.
• Candidates who have qualified the CSIR-UGC-NET/DBT-JRF/ICMR-JRF/GATE etc. National-level exams will be preferred.
• Prior experience in molecular biology, such as cloning, Gene knockout, metabolic engineering, heterologous protein expression and interested in handling and maintaining bioreactors and scaleup process.
• Proficiency in scientific writing is desirable.
-SRF:
• M.Sc./ M.Tech./ M.Pharm./ B.Tech. or equivalent in Biotechnology/ Life Sciences and allied areas with a minimum of 55% marks in the preceding qualification
• 2 years of research experience as a JRF or research assistant/Research Fellow post master’s course.

For further information https://gbu.edu.in/project-positions/

Apply through the link: https://forms.gle/gTNuCgzmKobbu8L8A