M S Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) established in 1988 is a not-for-profit trust. MSSRF was envisioned and founded by Professor M S Swaminathan, agriculture scientist with proceeds from the First World Food Prize that he received in 1987. The Foundation aims to accelerate use of modern science for sustainable agricultural and rural development. MSSRF focuses specifically on tribal and rural communities with a pro-poor, pro-women and pro-nature approach. The Foundation applies appropriate science and technology options to address practical problems faced by rural populations in agriculture, food and nutrition.

Job Description:

M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation invites applications from CSIR – UGC NET qualified Junior Research Fellows (JRF), to pursue research in the areas of Plant Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Plant Biology, Coastal Ecosystems, Fisheries and Ecological Sciences.

Mode of Application: 

e‑mail or post

Mode of Application : 

Please send your recent resume with a copy of the intimation letter from CSIR along with two reference letters to:

The Head (Administration),

M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation,

III Cross Street, Institutional Area,

Taramani, Chennai 600113

Email : admn@​mssrf.​res.​in