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Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Associate‑I in the DBT funded project entitled,“Defining the role of WRKY transcription factors in regulating Phytophthora capcisi infection in black pepper”, in the laboratory of Dr. Moumita Srivastava, Scientist ‑C at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: First Class Post-Graduate MSc Degree in Life Sciences (Microbiology/​Biotechnology/​Biochemistry etc).

Deadline: 12 June 2026

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BRIC-inStem invites applications (online) from eligible candidates for the contractual Project Associate position in the laboratory of Dr. Diya Binoy Joseph. They are looking for dedicated professionals with a background in cellular and molecular biology with basic computational and statistical skills. Individuals with experience with mouse handling and mammalian cell culture would be prioritized although this is not a pre-requisite for the position. Candidates with strong basic knowledge of cellular and molecular biology with a desire to learn on the job will also be considered for the position.

Individuals would perform basic molecular biology, cell biology and histological analysis. Work will include mammalian cell culture, animal handling, immunostaining, image analysis and computational analysis. Project Associates will be expected to contribute to ongoing projects in the lab, test/​optimize new techniques and keep records of data and lab materials.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine or from a recognized University or equivalent.

Deadline: 15 June 2026

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Candidates are invited to appear before the selection committee for filling up the purely temporary position of one Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in the ​“the Short-Term Research Fellowship” programme, under the supervision of Dr. Ashverya Laxmi, Scientist, BRIC-NIPGR. Emoluments will be at par with similar fellowships by DBT/DST and BRIC-NIPGR fellowship norms.

The above position is completely on temporary basis and co-terminus with the scheme. 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 on the basis of assessment of the candidate’s performance and discretion of the Competent Authority. BRICNIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualification 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 BRIC-NIPGR.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: Candidates having a Master’s degree in any branch of Biological/​Life Sciences with 60% (or Equivalent) marks or an equivalent degree in any branch of Biological/​Life Sciences with two years postmaster’s degree experience in research and fulfils the eligibility criteria mentioned in the DST-OM No. DST/PCPM/Z‑06/2022 dated June 26, 2023, are eligible to apply.

Deadline: 15 June 2026

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Applications are invited for the post of Project Research Associate at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad.

Principal Investigator: Dr. Saikat Bhattacharjee, Associate Professor, RCB

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: PhD in Life Sciences/​Plant Biology/Plant-Pathogen Interactions/​Biochemistry/​Biotechnology. Hands-on experience in advanced molecular biology techniques such as DNA & RNA isolation, protein purification, routine PCRs and cloning. Experience in protein purification from plant and bacterial samples, in vitro and in vivo protein-protein interaction assays.

Deadline: 18 June 2026

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Applications are invited for a temporary position of Post Doctoral Fellow at IIT Gandhinagar.

The above research topic is interdisciplinary, covering the broad spectrum of Chemical Engineering, material science and biotechnology. This work requires the selected candidate to synthesise advanced nanomaterials, prepare sensing electrodes, functionalise aptamers/​antibodies on electrodes, and electrochemically detect biomolecules. The candidate will frequently use various analytical instruments (SEM, XRD, FTIR, etc.) to validate and characterise electrode materials, as well as various electrochemical analysers for detection. Finally, the candidate will demonstrate the performance of the biosensor for cancer biomarkers. In addition to performing research responsibilities, the candidate will also work on developing the laboratory.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: BTech/​BE/​PhD degree in biotechnology, biosensing technology, nanotechnology, chemical engineering, electrochemical analysis and allied topics from a reputed institute with an excellent scientific publication record in the area of biosensing. The candidates who have submitted their thesis and are available to join immediately are also eligible to apply.

Deadline: 18 June 2026

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Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: Master degree in Biological / Life Sciences with at least 60% (or equivalent marks) or equivalent degree in any branch of biological/​Life sciences having qualified CSIR/UGC NET can apply. Final year /​semester students of M Sc having qualified CSIR/UGC NET may also apply, subject to the submission of M Sc final mark sheet / passing certificate at the time of interview, if shortlisted.

Deadline: 20 June 2026

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Applications are invited for the post of Research Associate I under the supervision of Dr. Anshika Srivastava PI, Associate Professor Department of Medical Genetics, SGPGIMS. The title of the proposal is ​“Decoding the pathogenic role of ACTN2 and FLNC splice variants and developing preclinical model for dilated cardiomyopathy” funded by ANRF Govt. of India.

Srivastava lab is aimed at understanding the genetic basis and molecular mechanisms of developmental disorders. To understand the molecular mechanisms, we use the capabilities of cutting-edge technologies as genome engineering, ATAC sequencing and epigenetic profiling tools. We use cardiomyocytes as model system. The requirement for this project is generation of cardiomyocytes from patient fibroblasts and performing the molecular biology and biochemical assays on the generated models.

Design, validate, document, and troubleshoot laboratory experiments.

Responsible for analyzing and interpreting data using appropriate statistical methods.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in the research area of stem cell biology, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology or having 3 years of research experience after postgraduation (MSc.) and at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.

Deadline: 30 June 2026

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Jivanu Therapeutics is looking for a Senior computational biologist to lead the computational backbone of Jivanu’s platform. You will lead the development of our computational analytics and bioinformatics pipelines, creating innovative methodologies that power a robust, clinically deployable platform for microbiome multi-omics analysis. Your work will span the design and optimization of our WGMS profiling pipelines, advancement of our recommendation engine, and the creation of a uniquely India-relevant reference cohort. You will also drive computational programs supporting consortium design, strain selection, and engineered biotherapeutics development.

As the platform grows, you will have the opportunity to build and lead a computational biology team while working closely with the founders on scientific and product strategy. This is a chance to shape genuinely novel science using one of the world’s most distinctive microbiome datasets, with products designed for both Indian patients and global markets.

Key computational platforms

• WGMS profiling platform. End-to-end design, implementation, and clinical-grade scaling of our deep whole-genome metagenomic sequencing pipelines covering quality control, assembly, taxonomic and functional profiling, longitudinal tracking, and clinical reporting.
• AI recommendation engine. Lead the continued development of the engine that translates microbiome profiles into personalized diet, prebiotic, probiotic, supplement, and therapeutic recommendations, including disease-specific modules, model evaluation, and integration of clinical history.
• India reference cohort. Lead the construction, curation, and scientific use of an India-relevant microbiome reference cohort: a foundational asset for everything downstream, and a globally distinctive dataset that does not exist today.
• Therapeutics-side computation. Drive the computational design and selection of next-generation probiotic strains, donor-independent microbial consortia, and engineered live biotherapeutics, including comparative genomics, metabolic modeling, ecological dynamics, and target-trait optimization.
• Engineering rigor. Set the standard for reproducibility, version control, containerization, workflow orchestration, and data infrastructure as the platform scales from research code to clinical and regulated environments.
• Team and scientific direction. Hire, mentor, and lead the computational biology team; partner with the founders on scientific roadmap, publications, IP, and external scientific collaborations.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: A computational biologist with a PhD and several years of postdoctoral, faculty, or industry research experience, ideally with deep microbiome, metagenomics, or microbial-genomics work.

Deadline: 26 June 2026

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Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant – FMT Manufacturing, Testing, and Analysis at Jivanu Therapeutics Pvt Ltd.

Jivanu Therapeutics Pvt Ltd is looking for a detail-oriented Research Assistant to support the processing of stool samples, FMT capsule preparation, and quality control testing for clinical studies. The role involves DNA extraction, qPCR, CFU counts, microbial plating, and strict documentation under biosafety and GMP-like conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle, label, and process human stool samples for FMT.
• Assist in FMT capsule formulation, encapsulation, and storage.
• Perform microbial CFU counts, and sterility testing.
• Extract DNA and run qPCR.
• Maintain detailed records, SOPs, and QC documentation.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: Master’s in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or related fields.

Deadline: 26 June 2026

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ATREE seeks highly motivated applicants to work in a multidisciplinary project that focuses on the restoration of a peri-urban lake in Bengaluru. Efforts to restore urban and peri-urban lakes are on the rise globally, yet many fail to achieve a healthy ecological status. This lake restoration project aims to investigate why these efforts often fall short, proposing that the missing piece is the consideration of spatial scales within watersheds, encompassing social, economic, and natural science factors crucial for biodiversity and ecosystem functionality. We aim to develop a comprehensive framework for assessing restoration success by connecting three key facets of lake ecosystems: water quality and hydrology at relevant scales, multi-group biodiversity, and ecosystem multifunctionality, including the social and economic dimensions of lake health. By applying this framework, we will examine how elements such as climate, vegetation, water quality, hydrology, and stakeholder interests influence the ecological outcomes of the restoration project.4

The appointment will be one year, subject to satisfactory progress with two months of probation period. Salaries at ATREE are competitive and at par with other academic institutions in India. The positions will be based in ATREE’s office in Bangalore.

More information can be found here.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Botany, Environmental Science, Ecology, Forestry, Horticulture, or a related field.

Deadline: 26 June 2026

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