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.

Project Associate at SIR-CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY Hyderabd

 

CSIR-CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 

Uppal Road, Habsiguda, 

Hyderabd 500 007 

Telangana 

Notification Number: 1026/A Date: 08.10.2026 

Applications are invited from the eligible Indian National for temporary position(s) on contractual basis as indicated hereunder. Candidates who fulfill the criteria should apply online at www.ccmb.res.in. For any technical problem while submitting the online application, may contact proj-rectt@ccmb.res.in. Last date to submit application through online: 15th October 2026 

I) Name of Post: Principal Project Associate (Principal- PAT) 

Total Number of positions: 01 

 Upper Age limit (years): 40 

 Monthly Emoluments: Rs.49,000 + 30% HRA 

Post Code/ No. of Positions/ Area 011026A - 01 Position – Science education Project Code & Title HCP002601 CSIR Jigyasa Project 

Essential Qualification Masters in Biological sciences and six years of experience OR PhD in biology or related areas and 3 years of experience in science research or education or outreach activities. 

Desirable/ Job description Experience of working in science outreach, training teachers in hands-on science, developing content for teachers and students 

Name of the PI Dr. Somdatta Karak 

Duration of the project 31st March 2031 

II) Name of Post: Project Associate- I (PAT- I) 

Total Number of positions: 03 

Upper Age limit (years): 35 

Monthly Emoluments: i) 31,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA to Scholars who are selected through 

(a) National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or 

(b) A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions. 

(ii) 25,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA as applicable/ admissible for others who do not fall under 

(i) above. 

Post Code/ No. of Positions/ Area 021026A - 02 Positions – DNA isolation from blood , PCR, stem cell biology, bioinofrmatics 

Project Code & Title IST552603 Donor-Free Universal Red Blood Cell For Life Saving Transfusions. 

Essential Qualification Master’s degree in life sciences OR B.Tech Biotechnology from a recognized University or equivalent 

Desirable/ Job description The work involves collection of blood from volunteers, DNA isolation and PCR. Generation of iPSCs from PBMCs and characterisation, bioinformatics analysis 

Name of the PI Dr. P Chandra Shekar 

Duration of the project 31st March 2027 

Post Code/ No. of Positions/ Area 031026A - 01 Position – Molecular Biology 

Project Code & Title MLP002604 Decoding Life Across Scales: Integrative Structural, Cellular and Developmental Biology for Health, Conservation and Innovation 

Essential Qualification M.Sc or Integrated Master’s in Life sciences/Molecular Biology/biochemistry/Biotechnology from a recognized University or equivalent 

Desirable/ Job description Experience with Cell biology, molecular Biology, protein biochemistry, protein purification technique will be preferred 

Name of the PI Dr. Sravanti Vaidya/ Dr Sonal N Jaiswal 

Duration of the project 31st March 2027 

III)Name of Post: Project Associate- II (PAT- II) 

Total Number of positions: 01 

Upper Age limit (years): 35 

Monthly Emoluments: 

i) 42,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA to Scholars who are selected through (a) National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or (b) A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions. (ii) 33,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA as applicable/ admissible for others who do not fall under (i) above. 

Post Code/ No. of Positions/ Area 041026A - 01 

Position – Stem cell biology, bioinformatics 

Project Code/ Title GAP000668 Studying the molecular barriers segregating the pluripotent and the trophoblast lineages 

Essential Qualification Master’s degree in life sciences OR B.Tech Biotechnology from a recognized University AND Two years of Experience in relevant field 

Desirable / Job description The work involves stem cell biology, Sequencing, bioinformatics analysis 

Name of the PI Dr. P Chandra Shekar 

Project end date 31st March 2027 

More Info: https://www.ccmb.res.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1026A-_Notification.pdf

Project Research Scientist at SJRI Bangalore

 

Project Research Scientist -I (Non Medical) - ICMR RESTORE-DFU RCT Project 

Location: Bangalore 

Employment Type: Contract  

Experience: minimum of 2 years of experience in centrally coordinating multicentre studies, preferably randomize 

Job Summary: To evaluate the effectiveness of Topical Oxygen Therapy (TOT) and combined  regenerative therapy (local insulin injection plus autologous Platelet Rich Fibrin [PRF]), alone and in combination, in improving wound healing and long-term clinical outcomes among patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). The study will assess their effects on time to complete wound closure, ulcer recurrence, amputation, quality of life, safety, and cost-effectiveness over a 12-month follow-up period.  This will be a 4 treatment arm, open label, 8 centre trial, with a net sample size of 252 patients. Patients will be followed up for a year from baseline.  

Salary : Rs. 72,800/- p.m 

Key Responsibilities: The Non-medical project research scientist will serve as the Central Scientific and Program Coordinator and will support the PI & Co-PI and study teams across all 8 participating centers in the overall coordination and conduct of the study. 

The responsibilities will include:  

Conducting literature searches, summarizing medical evidence in the area of study. 

Assisting Investigators in the preparation, compilation, and maintenance of essential study documents.  

Coordinating regulatory and ethical requirements, including IEC submissions, regulatory correspondence, and CTRI registration. 

Assisting with study budget management and monitoring fund utilization. 

Support the reporting, documentation and causality assessment of adverse events. 

Overseeing adherence to standard operating procedures. 

Supervising data management and monitoring data quality and completeness across study sites. 

Supporting the preparation and submission of periodic study progress reports and other required reports. 

Monitoring study timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely completion of study activities. 

Maintaining and organizing study-related documentation and ensuring proper record keeping. 

Facilitating communication and coordination between centers 

Identifying operational issues or protocol-related concerns and coordinating appropriate corrective and preventive actions, in consultation with the Investigators. 

Eligibility Criteria: 

Preferred Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree in applied sciences, including the integrated PG degrees  

Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in centrally coordinating multicentre studies, preferably randomized controlled trials. Freshers will not be considered.  

Preferred Language: English (proficiency in reading, writing and speaking), Hindi and Kannada with good communication skills.   

Tentative Date of Joining : 15th October 2026  

To Apply: E-mail cover letter and curriculum vitae with 3 references (names and email addresses / phone numbers) by on or before 6th October 2026  to kamath.deepak@sjri.res.in & cc to hr@sjri.res.in

More Info: https://www.stjohns.in/careers/project-research-scientist-i-non-medical-icmr-restore-dfu-rct-project

Project Research Scientist-I at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

 

Adv. 10/2026 | 01.10.2026

Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) in the ICMR/MAHA MedTech -funded project titled "An AI-Integrated Ultrasensitive Nanopore Sensing System for Non-invasive Early Detection of Cervical Cancer" to work in the Laboratory of Dr. Mahendran K R, Scientist E-II at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

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Essential Qualifications

• MSc or equivalent degree in any branch of Life Sciences, with 70% marks.
• Minimum of one year of experience in Membrane Protein Purification. A documented experience certificate is required.

Desirable Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in handling Biophysical techniques.

Age

Below 35 years on 14th October 2026. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms.

Emolument

₹ 56,000/- + 20% HRA per month

Duration

Initially for a period of one year or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and extendable based on the performance evaluation.

Selection Process

1. Applications should be submitted online.
2. Candidates currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
3. Last date for receiving completed applications is 14th October 2026.
4. If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions, separate application forms should be submitted for each position.
5. Selection to the position will not entitle the candidate to any future positions at RGCB (permanent or otherwise). As with all project positions at RGCB, the position will be co terminus with end of the project.
   
   Applications which are not in the prescribed format will summarily be rejected.
   Only those fulfilling the above criteria need apply. Applicants will be short listed for the online selection interview based on eligibility criteria. Selection of suitable candidates will be made based on qualifications and performance in the selection interview.

More Info: https://rgcb.res.in/adv-2026-10

Project Technical Support at IIT Madras

 

Applications are invited for the temporary post of Project Technical Support-III, Department of Medical Sciences and Technology (MST), IIT Madras. Co-ordinator: Prof. Narayanan Madaboosi Srinivasan, MST, IIT Madras. 

Duration: Initially for one year, later extendable based on the performance. 

Number of Vacancies: 01 

Job Description: 

• Benchwork for bioassays and biomolecular interactions. 

• Purification and characterization of biomolecules for assay quantification. 

• Automated DNA extraction for NAATs. 

• Data entry and associated project-related activities. 

• Experience in biomolecules and biomedical technologies. 

• Project Technical Support-III for the ICMR-sponsored project titled “ICMR Centre for Advanced Research – ICMR-NIRT CCR for Tuberculosis Diagnostics & Therapeutics” 

The last date for submission of online application is 12.10.2026. 

More Info: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/admin/download_announcement.php?file=announce_1790601896.pdf

Technical Officer

 

Direct Recruitment of Technical Assistant and Technical Officer 

CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), with its headquarter at Nagpur (Maharashtra) and having five Regional Centres at Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad, is one of the constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), a premier Multi-Disciplinary R&D organization in India which is an autonomous body of the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR) under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. 

Applications are invited from the eligible candidates for following posts: 

Closing date of Online submission of Applications 15/10/2026 till 05:00 P.M. 

Technical Officer TO-02 1 post (UR-01) 

Pay Matrix: 7 

M.Sc. or equivalent in Biochemistry with minimum 55% marks (equivalent CGPA) To work in Institutional Scientific facility/laboratory/ site/ field or perform any other tasks as specified by the Competent Authority, aligning with the institute’s mandate. 

To work in Institutional Scientific facility/laboratory/ site/ field or perform any other tasks as specified by the Competent Authority, aligning with the institute’s mandate.

Technical Officer TO-03 1 post (SC-01) 

Pay Matrix: 7 

M.Sc. or equivalent in Microbiology with minimum 55% marks (equivalent CGPA) To work in Institutional Scientific facility/laboratory/ site/ field or perform any other tasks as specified by the Competent Authority, aligning with the institute’s mandate. 

To work in Institutional Scientific facility/laboratory/ site/ field or perform any other tasks as specified by the Competent Authority, aligning with the institute’s mandate.

More Info: 

www.neeri.res.in/file_homes/45139759_ADVt-%20to%20be%20forwarded%20to%20CFTRI-Sd.pdf