Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work under the research project entitled “Development of cross-linking mass spectrometry-based platform to enable identification of protein-conformation specific cell surface antigens of zoonotic pathogens” funded by Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India. The post is purely temporary and co-terminates with the project.
Initially for 1 year, extendable on annual basis for subsequent years until project’s tenure, subject to satisfactory progress, and financial provisions
Rs.37,000/- + HRA per month (NET/GATE or national-level exam qualified candidates) as per DBT guidelines.
M.Sc. (Biotechnology/Microbiology or relevant life sciences discipline) appearing or passed with a minimum of 55% marks.
Desirable:
Eligible candidates may apply to the Principal Investigator, (Dr. Kamal Mandal) Gujarat Biotechnology University, Gandhinagar through online application at ( https://forms.gle/tHHaPcuoim4x... ) Google form link with the latest CV and other credentials on or before 15/08/2026
For any queries related to this project, you may write to kamal.mandal@gbu.edu.in
Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email regarding the interview process
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]]>Applications are invited from Indian nationals only for Project position(s) as per the details given below for the consultancy/research project(s) under the principal investigator (Name: Dr. Rajesh Kumar), Dept./Centre Bioscience and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee.
One Years (Extended up to completion of the project)
Rs. 78,000+HRA (as applicable)
PhD in Biotechnology/Life Science or First-Class post Graduate Degree including the Integrated PG courses with Seven-year documented experience with two first author research publications in reputed journal (Preferably one in Q1 journal)
Preference will be given to candidates having extensive experience in immunological techniques, cell culture techniques and hybridoma technolgoy. Experience in cell culture, hybridoma development, antibody screening, cloning and characterization will be considered an added advantage.
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]]>The Senior Consultant – Communications & Outreach will provide strategic leadership and execution support for BIRAC's communication, branding, public outreach, and stakeholder engagement initiatives. The consultant will be responsible for developing and implementing integrated communication strategies to enhance BIRAC's visibility, showcase the impact of its programmes, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and position BIRAC as a leading innovation and biotechnology ecosystem enabler.
Key Responsibilities:
The engagement is contractual initially for a period of one year and extendable based on performance and need of Department.
The consolidated fee for consultant shall be Rs. 1,25,000/- per month.
Master's degree or equivalent in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Communications, or a related field relevant to science communication or innovation management.
Desirable: PhD or additional qualifications in biotechnology/life sciences preferred.
Post qualification, between 11 to 19 years with minimum of 5 years of experience in science communication and reporting, media relations, or related roles, preferably in the biotechnology or life sciences sector.
Experience in working with Government organizations, public sector institutions, autonomous bodies, research organizations or innovation ecosystem is preferred.
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]]>ATREE is seeking a creative and motivated researcher to lead interdisciplinary research and practice in agroecology. The successful candidate will work closely with other faculty at ATREE to actively foster interdisciplinary approaches within sustainability science and contribute to ATREE’s overarching mission. The Fellow’s major responsibilities will include advancing agroecosystem science across India’s agroclimatic zones, particularly the Eastern Himalayas and the Western Ghats; developing interdisciplinary approaches that enhance food and nutrient security, ecosystem resilience, and biodiversity conservation; innovating within the Food–Water–Biodiversity–Climate nexus framework to strengthen landscape multifunctionality. Primarily affiliated to ATREE’s Ecosystems and Human Well-being Programme, the Fellow will pursue these responsibilities, collaborating across ATREE’s other programmes, including Water & Society, Forests, Governance and Livelihoods, and Biodiversity Monitoring & Conservation Planning.
The Fellow will also be expected to foster partnerships with farmers, local community-based organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to lead efforts aimed at understanding, mitigating, and adapting to the impacts of climate change on agroecosystems. In addition, the candidate will be expected to secure competitive research and outreach grants and contribute to ATREE’s teaching (Master’s and PhD programmes), training programmes, outreach activities, and other institutional initiatives.
Appointments and Emoluments: Appointments will be at the level of Fellow. The position is for 5 years with the possibility of extension upon performance review and quality of deliverables. Salaries at ATREE are competitive and on par with other academic institutions in India. The position will be based in Bangalore.
PhD in Life Sciences/Agriculture with a minimum of three years of postdoctoral research experience. The candidate should have a strong grounding in agriculture, ecology, or biology, with the ability to work across disciplines, including economics.
Desirable Experience: A minimum of three years of professional or postdoctoral experience in agroecology, with a demonstrated track record in tropical landscapes. The candidate should be proficient in designing and conducting agro-ecological studies and possess strong data analysis skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, with the ability to communicate complex ecological concepts and research findings to diverse audiences, including students, policymakers, and the public. The candidate should have a sound understanding of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development issues at both the national and global levels, experience working with rural and peri-urban farming communities, and a proven ability to lead research projects, collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams, develop competitive grant proposals, and teach at the graduate level.
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Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications are to be submitted by email to hr@atree.org with a subject line as Agroecology Fellow
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Applications are invited for the post of Senior Research Fellow (on contract) in a research project entitled “Surveillance of Emerging Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns In Local Hospitals And Communities Of Delta Districts Of Tamil Nadu" in reference to the sanction letter for file number SAN/CSR/05/2025-26 dated 24.03.2026, by HEFA-CSR.
Research Experience & Achievements:
Age Limit: Maximum of 32 years as of the application deadline (age relaxation applicable as per institutional/government norms).
Desirable Skills: The applicant may be preferred if they have relevant experience in antimicrobial resistance, phage therapy, NGS, whole genome sequencing, Sanger sequencing, metagenomics, sequencing data analysis, sample collection and culturing resistant pathogens.
Please apply, only if you have relevant experience in the areas mentioned above
Initially for one year, and extended for the next two years based on performance.
Consolidated pay of Rs. 42,000
M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.
Candidates interested in applying must email the updated CV, along with copies of supporting documents, as a single PDF attachment to “rkaushik@acad.cutn.ac.in” with the subject line “Advt. No.CUTN/MICRO/KR/HEFA-2025-26/recruitment/1” on or before August 10th, 2026. The names of the shortlisted candidates only will be communicated individually by email, along with interview details.
Note: Selected candidates for this position are eligible to apply for the regular Ph.D. program in the Department of Microbiology, provided they meet the university's established eligibility criteria and complete the required selection process.
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]]>The Centre for Brain and Mind (CBM) is an exciting scientific venture of the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and the National Institute for Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS), supported by the Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies. CBM undertakes cutting-edge research in the area of human mental illness with the goal of discovering novel and better methods for the diagnosis and clinical management of these patients. The program involves the generation and analysis of cellular models using patient-derived human-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiated brain tissue.
Baatein is CBM's flagship science outreach initiative that was launched in 2025. Baatein has been envisioned as a space to hold open and inspirational conversations about mental health and mental well-being, backed by research and scientific evidence.
Position: One (1), on-site role
The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator with interest in digital storytelling, content development and community engagement, preferably within academic, scientific, research, or non-profit environments.
Key Responsibilities:
The incumbent is expected to be able to:
Content Generation: Design infographics, visual aids and written or interactive content that will help disseminate CBM research to the society at large.
Science Illustrations: Develop illustrations and/or animations that accentuate and help better understand and disseminate CBM's scientific research in a highly creative manner.
Scientific Outreach: Work as part of a team to publicize, plan and successfully conduct a variety of off-and on-campus science outreach activities. This includes coordinating with schools and colleges, help plan public talks / lectures among other outreach events.
Professional attitude: Good interpersonal skills for effective and clear communication with scientists, academics and team members
The appointment will be a fixed-term position for a maximum period of six to eight weeks, subject to performance outcomes and assessments.
The position comes with consolidated pay subject to institutional guidelines. The same will be discussed with selected candidates only.
Currently pursuing Bachelor's degrees in Psychology, Life Sciences, Mass Communications, Fine Arts or relevant disciplines.
Desirable:
Candidates who are selected through the online portal will be contacted further for 2 rounds of assessments.
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]]>The Department of Life Sciences, School of Natural Sciences, Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR, invites applications from bright and motivated individuals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I in the Spatial Navigation Laboratory led by Dr. Sachin Deshmukh. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Roles & Responsibilities
The laboratory focuses on understanding spatial navigation by performing in vivo recordings of neuronal activity in the hippocampus and entorhinal cortex of freely behaving rodents.
For more details, please refer to the lab publications: Google Scholar Profile
The appointment is initially for one year and may be extended based on project continuation and satisfactory performance.
Interested candidates can email the following documents to sachin.deshmukh@snu.edu.in.
For any queries, contact Dr. Sachin Deshmukh.
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]]>Applications are invited for the post of Post Doctoral Fellow at IIT Bombay, Mumbai.
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2 years with possibility of extension.
Candidates must have obtained their Ph. D. degree in the last two years or submitted their Ph. D. thesis and are awaiting the defense. Minimum eligibility criterion for candidates to be considered is to have at least three publications in journals with impact factor of 2.0 or more. The candidate must be a first author/ joint first author/ corresponding author in at least one of these papers. Exceptions may be made for candidates with a paper in a journal of impact factor of more than 5.5.
The candidate must have demonstrated experience in in-vitro transcription methods using E. coli RNA polymerase including running of sequencing (denaturing PAGE) gels, enzyme kinetics, protein purification and biochemistry and molecular biology (cloning). No knowledge of NMR is required for this project.
Interested candidates can contact me at ishita@chem.iitb.ac.in with their detailed CVs.
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Lab 425B, Department of Chemistry, IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076
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]]>M.Sc. Admissions 2026 are open at SDM Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences (SDMRIBS)
SDM Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences (SDMRIBS), under Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) University, Dharwad, invites applications for its M.Sc. programs in Biomedical Sciences for the academic year 2026. The institute is dedicated to advancing education and research in human health and disease through a strong interdisciplinary and research-driven approach.
These programs are designed to train students in modern biomedical sciences, integrating theoretical knowledge with extensive laboratory and research experience, preparing them for careers in academia, industry, and translational research.
Program Highlights
Programs Offered (2 Years)
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) in:
For application details and admission process, please email: info@sdmuribs.edu.in
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