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Monday, October 26, 2026
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Junior Research Fellow at SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY MADURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY MADURAI
SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
MADURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY
MADURAI - 625 021
RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION
File no: MoES/ PAMC/DOM/220/2023 (E-16419) dated: 26.08.2025
Applications are invited from interested candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow available in the Department of Molecular Microbiology, School of Biotechnology, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai to work in a research grant titled “Exploration of biological sources of Deep Sea for bioactive metabolites to combat Antimicrobial resistance: molecular insights on inhibitory mechanisms against multiple drug resistant bacterial strains” sanctioned by Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), New Delhi.
1 Name of the Post Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
2 Number of posts JRF - 02
3 Qualification Qualification for JRF: M.Sc. (with at least 60% marks) in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/ GATE or Equivalent National Eligibility Test qualification is desirable.
4 Fellowship (as per DST norms) i) JRF- Rs. 37,000 + HRA/p.m. to the candidates who are qualified through the National Eligibility Test ii) JRF- Rs. 25,000 + HRA/p.m. to the non-NET candidates
5 Duration 10 months
6 Age limit 28 years
7 Selection Process
1) Written test,
2) Personal interview, and
3) Document verification.
The engagement is purely on a temporary basis. Dispersal of the fellowship is contingent on the release of the grant from MoES Interested eligible candidates may apply by sending their detailed CV (hard copy), along with appropriate documents of their education and experience, by post on or before October 30th, 2026. Selected candidates for the JRF position should register for Ph.D at Madurai Kamaraj University.
Please note that No TA and DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Applications can be sent to the following address: Dr. P. Varalakshmi Principal Investigator – MOES Project Department of Molecular Microbiology School of Biotechnology Madurai Kamaraj University Madurai - 625021. Email: pvlakshmi.biotech@mkuniversity.ac.in
Thursday, October 15, 2026
JRF at Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute
Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute
APPOINTMENTS
Advertisement for the Recruitment of Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Applications are invited from dedicated and committed eligible Indian nationals for one (01) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position (full-time) under a research project funded by the Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant (PM-ECRG), awarded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Long non-coding RNA in Head and Neck Cancer
Essential Qualification:
• M.Sc. in Life Sciences or related disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA
• Qualified in NET and/or GATE
Desirable Qualifications:
• Strong academic track record
• Hands-on experience in cell culture, and molecular biology techniques
Age Limit: Not more than 35 years at the time of application
Dr. Subhayan Sur
Associate Professor
Cancer and Translational Research Centre
Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute
Pune
Email: subhayan.sur@dpu.edu.in
Duration: Initially for 12 months, extendable up to 36 months based on performance and availability of funds
Emoluments: ₹37,000/month for the first two years and ₹42,000/month in the third year, plus HRA as per Central Government norms applicable in Pune
Last Date to Apply: October 31, 2026
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
JRF at JNU, Newdelhi
Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi- 110067
Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (01 position) in an ANRF (SERB)-funded project entitled: "Identification of novel effectors and their role in Plasmodium falciparum".
The selected candidate will be appointed purely on a temporary basis for one year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance.
Salary: ₹ 37,000 per month + HRA as per funding agency norms.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential: Master's degree in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Animal Biology or a related discipline, with a strong academic record.
Desirable: Candidates with a biology background should possess experience in host-parasite interactions, drug discovery, cell biology, biochemistry, and microscopy. Knowledge of and skills in biophysical techniques, site-directed mutagenesis, Cryo-EM/TEM/SEM/IEM, in vitro tRNA translation, and computational biology with experience in protein structure, protein-protein docking, and protein-RNA docking are highly desirable. Good oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work independently as well as in a team, are expected. Preference will be given, on a case-by-case basis, to candidates with first-hand experience in protein structural biology and computational biology, and with more than two years of laboratory experience.
Tenure and Appointment: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (Online mode). The selected candidate will be appointed on a purely temporary basis for one year, with the possibility of extension up to the end of the SERB project tenure (maximum 3 years). Extension will be subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by the Principal Investigator.
Application Process:
Application Start Date: Thursday, 08 October 2026.
Application End Date: Monday, 19 October 2026.
Intimation of Short-listed Candidates: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Interested candidates may apply by sending an application along with a brief resume (clearly mentioning essential and desirable qualifications) and supporting testimonials, preferably as a single PDF file, to the email address given below. The subject line of the email should read:
"Application for the Post of JRF in SERB Project"
The application must include the candidate's name, date of birth/age, address, essential/technical/professional qualifications, experience, research work, contact number, and the email addresses of two referees. It should reach the undersigned by email (arlabrecruitment[at]gmail[dot]com) on or before 19 October 2026, 11:59 PM, IST.
Contact:
Prof. Anand Ranganathan
Lab No. 3E (F)
Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi- 110067
Email: arlabrecruitment[at]gmail[dot]com
Important Notes:
1. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. No other communication in this regard will be entertained.
2. Details regarding the interview will be communicated via email.
3. If performance is found unsatisfactory, the appointment is liable to be terminated at any time without prior notice.
4. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Project Associate at IISER-Kolkata
ADVERTISEMENT FOR PROJECT ASSOCIATE-1 POSITION
Online Interview tentatively on 27 October 2026 through Google Meet for a Project Associate-1
position at IISER Kolkata to support research activities under the project titled, “Developing functional
T-cells active under high potassium concentration mimicking the tumor microenvironment” of Dr.
Rahul Das, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, IISER-Kolkata. The project is
offered by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Department of Science and Technology,
Government of India.
1. Funding Agency: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Department of Science and Technology,
Government of India.
2. Principal Investigator: Dr. Rahul Das, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences.
3. Essential Qualification: M.Sc. (in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or Biotechnology) Degree
with minimum 70% marks, along with NET or GATE qualification. The candidate should have at least
1 year of research experience in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or Immunology. It is
desirable that the candidate has worked as a JRF or equivalent project position for at least one year.
The
candidate should have extensive knowledge in cloning, protein expression and purification, studying
enzyme kinetics and ligand binding, and culturing immune cells.
* As per DST Office Memorandum No. SR/S9/Z-09/2012 dated 21.10.2014, the following
examinations conducted by various Central Government Departments / Agencies are considered as
National Eligibility Test (NET).
CSIR – CSIR – UGC National Eligibility Test
MHRD – Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Joint Admission Test (JAM), Graduate
Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT)
DBT – Biotechnology Eligibility Test & Test conducted in Bioinformatics
By Bioinformatics National Consortium (BINC)
DAE – JEST & JGEEBILS, NBHM
ICMR – JRF Entrance Examination
ICAR – Test conducted by ICAR for admission to PhD program
DoP - GPAT
4. Desired Qualification: Experience in biochemical experiments, Protein Purification, Fluorescencebased experiments, Enzyme kinetics, animal cell culture and knowledge of Molecular Biology tools
and techniques.
5. Age Limit: Must not be over 30 years on the day of the interview, which can be relaxed for certain
reserved categories as per the prevailing rules of the Government of India. Relaxation in age,
educational qualification, or experience may be considered in the case of exceptionally meritorious
candidates.
6. Remuneration (Consolidated): Rs. 31000/- (Rupees Thirty-one Thousand Only) + HRA per month
7. Tenure: Twelve months and may be extended on the availability of fund
8. How to send Applications: Interested candidates may send an application along with a detailed CV,
self-attested copies of testimonials, any other relevant documents, one-page research statement through
email (rahul.das@iiserkol.ac.in) to Dr. Rahul Das on or before 12 noon of 17 October 2026. Please
write “Application for the Project Associate-1 position” in the subject line of your email.
9. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be requested to appear in the online interview through Google
Meet on 27 October 2026 (tentative date) at 11:00 A.M. to be organised by Prof. Rahul Das,
Department of Biological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata,
Mohanpur, West Bengal, Pin–741 246. The meeting link will be sent to shortlisted candidates for this
interview in due course.
10. Terms and Condition:
i. No TA / DA since the interview will be online.
ii. The appointment of the candidate will be governed by the terms and conditions of the said project of
the funding agency.
iii. The decision of the selection committee will be final.
iv. If the number of candidates appearing for the online interview is large, the selection committee may
decide to restrict the number of candidates for the interview to a reasonable limit after considering
qualifications and experience over and above the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
v. The selected candidate will have to join duty immediately on receipt of the offer.
vi. The fellowship may be terminated with a 30-day notice before completion of the tenure if
performance is not deemed satisfactory
11. Contact: Dr. Rahul Das Department of Biological Sciences Indian Institute of Science Education
and Research Kolkata, Mohanpur, West Bengal, Pin – 741 246, Phone: 033 6136 0000 (ext: 1222) Email: rahul.das@iiserkol.ac.in
Monday, October 12, 2026
JRF at MKU, Tamilnadu
SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
MADURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY
MADURAI - 625 021
Advertisement for Junior Research Fellow & Lab Assistant position in DBT Project Applications are invited for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Lab Assistant (LA) positions available in the Department of Genetic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai to work in a research project titled ‘Catechol dioxygenases as a tool for industrial production of bio-based platform chemicals’ sanctioned by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), New Delhi (Ref: No: BT/PR62194/BME/172/32/2025 dt. 28/05/2026).
1 Name of the Post Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Lab Assistant (LA)
2 Number of posts JRF - 01 and LA - 01
3 Qualification
Qualification for JRF: M.Sc. (with at least 60% marks) in Biotechnology. CSIR-NET/UGC-NET/DBT/ICMR/GATE or Equivalent National Eligibility Test qualification is desirable.
Qualification for LA: B.Sc in Life Sciences with experience
4 Desirable Experience in rDNA technology and microbial fermentations using fermenter
5 Fellowship (as per DST norms)
i) JRF- Rs. 37,000 + 18% HRA/p.m. to the candidates who are qualified in National Eligibility Test
ii) JRF- Rs. 25,000 p.m. (consolidated) to the non-NET candidates
iii) Lab Assistant - Rs. 20,000 + 18% HRA/p.m
6 Duration
2 years or Co-terminus with the project
7 Age limit 28 years
8 Selection Process
1) Written test, 2) Personal Interview and 3) Document verification. The engagement is purely on a temporary basis.
Dispersal of the fellowship is contingent on the release of the grant from DBT
Interested and eligible candidates can apply with their detailed bio-data including photograph along with self-attested copies of certificates through post with a subject titled "DBT Project-JRF & LA" within the last date as mentioned in the advertisement.
Last date for the receipt of applications: On or before 23rd October 2026.
Dr. B. Ashokkumar
Principal Investigator- DBT Project
Department of Genetic Engineering
School of Biotechnology
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai - 625021.
E-mail: ashok.biotech@mkuniversity.ac.in
Note: This position is available immediately. Eligible candidates will be short listed and called for an interview following entrance exam. Selected candidate for the JRF position should register for Ph.D at Madurai Kamaraj University. Please note that NO TA and DA will be paid for attending the interview.
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