BHU JRA Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Assistant Vacancy

Junior Research Assistantship (JRA)

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

Funding Agency
CST-UP

Fellowship
₹25,000 - ₹28,000 / month

Deadline
Within 15 Days

🔬 Project Details

Applications are invited for one Junior Research Assistantship (JRA) position in the Council of Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh (CST-UP) sponsored project. The post is temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Project Title: "Bioprospecting fast decomposer and plant growth promoting microorganisms to develop organic rich bio-fortified compost cum biofertilizers for enhancing sustainable vegetable production"
(BHU Project Code: P-26/0161)

Duration: 2 years and 3 months.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life Science / Agriculture / Environmental Sciences.
• Academic Record: Must have a first-class academic record in both graduation and post-graduation degrees.
• Age Limit: Upper age limit is 28 years as of 1st April 2025 (Age relaxation applicable as per GOI rules).
• Domicile: The candidate must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
• Desirable/Preferred: Candidates qualified in UGC-NET/GATE/CSIR-NET with research experience in Plant-microbe interactions, biofertilizers, PGPR, bicomposting, biostimulants, and sustainable agriculture will be preferred.

💰 Fellowship Structure

• 1st & 2nd Year: Rs. 25,000/- fixed per month
• 3rd Year: Rs. 28,000/- fixed per month

📝 How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a written application and a detailed CV containing:

• Name, permanent and correspondence address
• Names of father and mother
• Telephone number and e-mail address
• Details of educational career (starting from High School or equivalent)
• Publications and experience details

Applications must be accompanied by self-attested copies of all mark-sheets & certificates. The application should be sent via both Post (hard copy) AND E-mail within 15 days of the advertisement on the BHU website.

📬 Address for Submission:

Dr. Jay Prakash Verma
Associate Professor
Plant-Microbe Interaction Laboratory,
Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development,
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi-221005

📧 Email Copies To: verma_bhu@yahoo.co.in, jpv.iesd@bhu.ac.in

* Note: No TA/DA will be paid if called for the interview.

CSIR-NIIST Recruitment 2026 – Project Associate Openings in Marine & Biotech

CSIR - National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology

Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) | Pappanamcode, Thiruvananthapuram-695019

Advt. No. : PA/19/2026

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for temporary contractual positions of Project Associate - I at CSIR-NIIST, Thiruvananthapuram. The selection process will be conducted via an online interview setup for vacancies across Marine Sciences, Biophysics, and Life Sciences.

Online Registration Opens 11 June, 2026 (05:30 PM)

Online Application Closing 22 June, 2026 (05:30 PM)

Interview Mode Online Interview

Maximum Age Boundary 35 Years (As on closing date)

Available Positions & Qualification Requirements

Post Code & Area	Position Title	Essential Educational Qualifications	Monthly Stipend Scale
ETD-3 Marine Sciences	Project Associate - I (01 Post)	M.Sc / M.F.Sc. degree in Marine Biology / Aquatic Biology / Fisheries from a recognized University or equivalent footprint.	₹ 25,000/- + 20% HRA
BBD-I Membrane Biology / Biophysics	Project Associate - I (02 Posts)	M.Sc. in Biotechnology or Life Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: Candidates possessing an M.Sc. in core Life Science areas will be preferred.	Category (A): ₹ 31,000/- + 20% HRA * Category (B): ₹ 25,000/- + 20% HRA **

* Category (A) pay scale is applicable to scholars who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET (including lectureship/assistant professorship) or GATE, OR those who qualified National Level Examinations conducted by Central Govt Departments (like DBT/DST) and their agencies.
** Category (B) pay scale applies to other eligible applicants who do not satisfy the criteria for Category (A).

General Instructions & Tenure Guidelines

• Age Relaxation: Standard upper-age limit relaxations apply for SC / ST / OBC / PwD and female candidates as per standard Government of India / CSIR regulations.
• Separate Applications: If you are eligible and wish to apply for both post codes, you must submit separate application streams explicitly indicating each Post Code.
• Tenure: The positions are strictly temporary and valid up to the total running lifetime duration of the respective projects.
• Waitlist Policy: Waitlisted candidates may be tracked for future project vacancies arising within a year from the interview date based on order of merit.

How to Apply & Submission Framework

Eligible applicants must submit their profiles online via the official recruitment career link of the institute:

• Registration Pathway: Navigate to the official portal: niist.res.in/opportunities-and-careers. No physical or offline forms are entertained.
• CGPA Conversion: In case of Universities awarding CGPA/SGPA/OGPA grades, candidates must convert these values into percentages based on the specific formula provided by their university.
• Documents to Upload: Keep clear scanned copies of original age proofs, community certificates, and all educational/experience transcripts ready for upload. Incomplete entries face immediate rejection.
• Shortlist Tracking: The screening committee will evaluate profiles based on academic merit. The list of shortlisted candidates approved for the ONLINE INTERVIEW will be published on the institute website.

Important Resource Links

Resource Description	Link Path
Official Advertisement PDF	Download Official Advertisement
Direct Apply Portal Link	Apply Online Directly
CSIR-NIIST Main Portal	www.niist.res.in

Apply Online via CSIR-NIIST Portal

RCB Faridabad Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – DBT Indo-Swedish Project

Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad

NCR Biotech Science Cluster | 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurgaon Expressway

Advt. No. 15/Project/2026/HR

Applications are invited from qualified Indian nationals for a temporary contract position of Project Associate-II at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB). This international collaboration project is funded under the high-profile DBT-Indo Swedish Programme.

Project Title: "An integrated cell wall biochemistry-based strategy for promoting the resilience and circularity of rice cultivation"

Application Deadline 24 June, 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

Online Interview Date 30 June, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Age Limit Below 30 Years

Project Duration 01 Year

Eligibility Criteria & Emoluments

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Desirable Profile & Experience
Project Associate-II 01 Position Emoluments: ₹ 35,000/- + 27% HRA	M.Sc. / M.Tech. in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Agricultural Biotechnology. Mandatory Requirement: Must have qualified any national level eligibility test or examination such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or DBT.	Practical working knowledge of plant molecular biology and biochemistry techniques is necessary. Candidates possessing a minimum of one (01) year of research experience working specifically on plant systems will be strongly preferred. Should be a hardworking team player with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Important Dates & Selection Process

• Shortlisting Timeline: The applications will be screened administratively. Shortlisted candidates will be notified exclusively via email channels by 26th June 2026.
• Interview Schedule: The selection interview will be conducted online via video conferencing channels on 30th June, 2026 starting at 10:00 AM.
• Document Upload: Candidates are strictly requested to upload clear scanned copies of all their academic mark sheets and certificates along with the digital application form.

Project Co-Principal Investigator Details

Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)	Dr. Ramu Vemanna (Associate Professor)
Official Contact Email	ramu.vemanna@rcb.res.in
Institute Helpline Ph	0129-2848800

Important Links

Resource Description	Link Path
RCB Main Opportunities Portal	www.rcb.res.in

Click Here to Apply Online Via RCB Portal

CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Alzheimer's Project

CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute

A Constituent National Laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) | Mysuru, Karnataka

Advt. No. PAT 28/2026

Applications are invited from qualified Indian nationals for a temporary contract position of Project Associate - I at CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru. The vacancy belongs to a neurobiology and neuroscience research project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).

Project Title: "Targeting Tau Acetylation and Synaptic Dysfunction in Alzheimer’s Disease: Investigating the Neuroprotective Potential of Nobiletin and Tangeretin"
Project Code: GAP674

Application Deadline 21 June, 2026

Positions Available Project Associate - I (01 Post)

Age Limit Maximum 35 Years (As on closing date)

Project Tenure Approximately 3 Years

Eligibility Criteria & Stipend Breakdown

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Job Requirements & Scope
Project Associate - I PAT-I Emoluments: ₹ 37,000/- + HRA	M.Sc. in Natural Sciences (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Botany, Zoology, or related fields) or Medicine from a recognized University. Must meet one of the following: Qualified National Eligibility Tests like CSIR-UGC NET (JRF/LS) or GATE. Qualified National level exams conducted by Central Govt Departments and their Agencies/Institutions.	Conduct core R&D activities aligned with the neuroscience project goals. Core Focus Areas: Biochemical assays, mammalian cell culture studies, small experimental mouse model handling, gene expression analysis, and western blotting.

Desirable Experience & Selection Method

• Desirable Experience: Hands-on wet-lab experience in Molecular Biology, cell culture lines, and standard small experimental animal handling models.
• Shortlisting Criteria: In the event of a high application volume, the shortlisting committee may restrict candidate interview lists via:
  • Percentage of marks obtained in the core essential qualification.
  • Possession of higher post-graduate credentials or additional research experience.
  • Strength of desirable skills matching the project profile.
• Age Relaxation: Standard upper-age boundary relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.

Crucial Cumulative Service Cap Notice:

As per CSIR regulatory administrative guidelines (OM No. 5-1(342)/2017-PD), the maximum total duration a candidate can serve as project staff across all different CSIR labs cumulatively taken together cannot exceed 6 years under any condition. Candidates who have already logged 6 years of cumulative service are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

1. Ensure you have already completed and acquired your final degree transcripts; result-awaited profiles are not accepted.
2. Download and carefully fill out the official application document sheet format.
3. Submit your compiled application packet on or before the definitive timeline of 21 June, 2026.
4. Shortlisted lists for the online/offline panel evaluations will be updated directly on the main institutional portal. No TA/DA is provided.

Important Links

Resource Description	Link Path
Official PDF Advertisement & Application Form	Download Official Forms
CSIR-CFTRI Main Career Portal	www.cftri.res.in

Download Form & Official Advt PDF

GBU Gandhinagar JRF Recruitment 2026 – 02 Biotech & Enzymology Openings

Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU)

Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat | Gandhinagar

File No. GBU/ADM/243/2025-2026/609

Applications are invited for two (02) temporary research positions of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU). The vacancies belong to a high-impact research project funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT, Govt. of India), running in elite collaboration with BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (NABI), Mohali, Punjab.

Project Title: "Catalytic transformation of lactose and enzymatic production of high-value biomolecules"

Application Deadline 26 June, 2026

Positions Available Junior Research Fellow (02 Posts)

Age Limit Up to 28 Years (On closing date)

Initial Duration 1 Year (Extendable based on performance evaluation)

Eligibility Criteria & Emoluments

Position & Salary	Minimum Qualifications	Desirable Knowledge & Experience
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 02 Positions Emoluments: ₹ 37,000/- + 27% HRA per month	M.Sc. in any branch of Biological Sciences from a reputed university with valid NET / GATE qualification. Candidates with valid DBT Category-I or Category-II qualifications are fully eligible to apply.	Molecular cloning techniques Recombinant protein production & purification Enzyme kinetics tracking Microbial culture & fermentation operations Protein structure analysis (docking, molecular dynamics, site-directed mutation)

Application Procedure

Eligible and interested candidates must apply online through the official registration dashboard:

• Application Submission Method: Submit your data directly by filling out the online registration form: Google Form Registration Link.
• Required Documents: Ensure you scan and upload your latest updated CV along with all academic credentials and eligibility certificates inside the form portal.
• Closing Date: Complete your submission on or before 26 June, 2026.

Note: Shortlisted profiles will receive an invitation email containing information and panel schedules regarding the screening interview process. These positions are completely temporary and co-terminate with the lifetime of the project.

Principal Investigators

Principal Investigator (PI)	Prof. Sudhir Pratap Singh
Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)	Dr. Dhaval Patel
Institution Venue	Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU), Near GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Important Links

Resource Description	Link Path
Official PDF Notification	Download Official Advertisement
Online Google Form Application	Apply Online Directly
GBU Official Main Portal	www.gbu.edu.in

Click Here to Fill out GBU Google Application Form

BRIC-NABI Mohali Recruitment 2026 – Multiple RA, JRF, SRF & Assistant Posts

BRIC - National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (NABI)

Department of Biotechnology, Government of India | Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab

Advt No: NABI/Admin/5(09)/2026-27/Academic-4

BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI) invites eligible Indian candidates to attend walk-in interviews for various research positions. These vacancies are purely temporary and contractual, supporting high-impact projects in crop bio-fortification, biotechnology, and agricultural biomass development.

Selection Process Walk-in Interviews

Application Format Download & Fill Annexed Proforma

Last Date to Email Forms June 29, 2026

Submission Email rice.geniari@gmail.com

1. Project: Biomass Leachate Production (GAP-110)

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Project Scope & Contact
Research Associate I (RA-I) 1 Position Emoluments: ₹ 58,000/- + HRA	Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences (Chemistry / Physical Chemistry / Electrochemistry) / Chemical Engineering / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Agricultural Biotechnology with at least one first-author SCI publication.	Project Title: Biomass leachate production for agricultural development. PI: Dr. Sasikumar Elumalai (Scientist F) Email: sasikumar@ciab.res.in Duration: 1 Year (Extendable up to 6 months) Age Limit: 35 Years

* Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis are encouraged to apply; they will receive SRF salary scale until successful thesis defense.

2. Wheat Nutritional Quality Projects (GAP-109 & NABI-Core)

Position & Salary	Qualifications & Experience	Core Responsibilities & PI Details
Research Associate III (RA-3) 1 Position Emoluments: ₹ 67,000/- + HRA	Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genomics, Plant Breeding, Genetics, or Life Sciences with computational biology experience. OR M.Tech/M.Sc in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / CS / Statistics with 3 years R&D experience and an SCI paper.	Project: Fructan content related wheat genes functional evaluation & silencing. Responsibilities: Handling protein interaction studies (Y2H + Co-IP), gene silencing in wheat, anaerobic fermentation, cell culture assays (Caco-2). PI: Dr. Monika Garg (Scientist F) Email: monikagarg@nabi.res.in Age Limit: 40 Years
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) 1 Position Emoluments: ₹ 42,000/- + HRA	Post Graduate degree with mandatory prior research/training experience in biotechnology, animal handling models, field crop tracking, or bioinformatics.	Project: Improvement of nutritional quality of wheat (NABI-Core). PI: Dr. Monika Garg (Scientist F) Email: monikagarg@nabi.res.in Age Limit: 32 Years

3. Project: Lignin Valorization (GAP-27 CIAB)

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Desirable Profile
JRF / Project Associate I 2 Positions JRF (NET/GATE): ₹ 37,000/- + HRA PA-I (Others): ₹ 30,000/- + HRA	Master's Degree in Chemistry (Organic / Physical / Materials / Medicinal / Pharmaceutical) / Biotechnology / Nanotechnology / Microbiology / Food Technology OR M.Pharm / M.S. Pharm / M.Tech in related fields.	Project Focus: Biomaterial development via agro-waste and biomass valorization. PI: Dr. Jayeeta Bhaumik (Scientist E) Email: jayeeta@ciab.res.in Age Limit: 28 Years

4. Project: Sustainable Pichia pastoris System (GAP-97)

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Job Profile & Desired Skills
Project Associate I (PA-1) 1 Position Emoluments: ₹ 37,000/- + HRA	Master's degree in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life Science / Molecular Biology with valid CSIR-UGC-NET or GATE qualification score.	Job Profile: Strain engineering of Pichia pastoris to develop methanol-free induction protein production pathways. Desirable: Yeast PCR, gene editing, CRISPR-Cas setups, and protein purification. PI: Dr. Sandeep Kumar (Scientist C) Email: kumarsandeep.sk@nabi.res.in Age Limit: 35 Years (Tenure: 2 Years)

5. Banana Bio-fortification & Molecular Characterization (GAP-02 & Core)

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Desirable Skills & Tenure
Project Assistant (PA) 2 Positions Emoluments: ₹ 27,000/- + HRA	B.Sc. or equivalent Degree / Diploma with minimum 55% aggregate marks.	Project: BIRAC Banana Bio-fortification (GAP-02). Desirable: Plant tissue culture, maintaining transgenic tissue lines under containment, farm layout trials. Tenure: Till December 2026 Age Limit: 28 Years
Field / Lab Worker 1 Position Emoluments: ₹ 26,500/- (Fixed)	B.Sc. or equivalent Degree / Diploma with minimum 55% marks. Must have cleared 10th class board exams.	Project: GAP-02 Banana Project. Desirable: Executing field trials and reading manuals in Hindi and English. Age Limit: 50 Years
SRF / Research Associate I 1 Position RA-I Scale: ₹ 58,000/- + HRA SRF Scale: ₹ 42,000/- + HRA	Ph.D. or equivalent degree OR MVSc/M.Pharma/M.Tech with 3 years of engineering design/research experience and an SCI paper.	Project: Characterization of engineered plants (NABI-Core). Desirable: Plant genetic engineering, genome editing tracking, gene cloning, and plant protein expression. Age Limit: 40 Years

* Supervisor for all Section 5 postings: Dr. Siddharth Tiwari (Scientist F), Email: siddharth@nabi.res.in

Application Procedure & Verification Guidelines

Eligible candidates can join the recruitment selection panel by executing the following protocols:

• Download the official application proforma from the portal. Fill it completely and affix a recent passport-sized photograph.
• Scan your completed form together with self-attested copies of academic certificates (10th, 12th, Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D. status proof), age verification, and NET/GATE qualifiers into a single PDF document.
• Email the completed PDF packet directly to **rice.geniari@gmail.com** on or before **June 29, 2026**.
• Applications will be screened administratively. Shortlisted profiles will receive video conferencing links to attend the walk-in evaluation rounds via email channels.

Important Reference Links

Resource Description	Link Path
Official Advertisement PDF	Download Application Form & Advt
BRIC-NABI Official Website	www.nabi.res.in

Download Official Form & NABI Notification PDF

IISER Tirupati Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Anticancer Leads Job

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Tirupati

An Autonomous Institution of National Importance under Ministry of Education, Govt. of India

Advertisement No.: 46/2026

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for a temporary research position of Project Associate-I at IISER Tirupati. The vacancy belongs to a high-value medicinal and organic chemistry project funded by the ANRF-ARG framework.

Project Title: "Complex Pyrroloindoline DKPs as Strong ABC Transporter Inhibitors: From Biomimetic Synthesis to Anticancer Leads"
Project Code: 30525239

Application Deadline June 29, 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

Position Vacant Project Associate-I (01 Position)

Age Limit Preferably not more than 50 Years

Position Tenure Temporary; Renewable after 6 months based on evaluation

Eligibility Criteria & Stipend Breakdown

Position & Salary	Minimum Qualifications	Desirable Profile & Job Role
Project Associate-I 01 Post Scale I (NET/GATE): ₹ 37,000/- + 10% HRA Scale II (Others): ₹ 30,000/- + 10% HRA	Four years Bachelor's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences OR Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / BVSc / B. Pharm / Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent.	Desirable Experience: At least 1 year of project experience in: Synthetic / medicinal chemistry, OR Natural products area including metabolomics and pathway study tracking. Key Responsibilities: Assist the group in setting up experiments, manage day-to-day lab project tasks, and work under the close supervision of the PI for timely research delivery.

* Scale I fellowship is restricted to scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship) or GATE or other National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies/Institutions.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Interested candidates fulfilling the specified profile parameters must submit their documents strictly through the digital mode outlined below:

1. Download the official application form linked below this advertisement framework.
2. Fill out your entries completely, convert the final form into a clean PDF file format, and email it directly to the Principal Investigator, Prof. Rajesh Viswanathan at: rajesh@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in
3. The email submission must be successfully transmitted on or before June 29, 2026 by 5:00 PM.
4. Mandatory Email Subject Line: Ensure your subject reads exactly: "Project Associate-I: 30525239"

Important Screening Rules:

• Ensure you provide an active mobile number and email ID, as the filtered shortlist for subsequent rounds will be notified **exclusively via email**.
• Recent passport-size photographs, original degree transcripts, and authenticated work certificates will be compiled for verification at an appropriate later stage.
• Candidature will be instantly terminated at any future timeline if data mismatch or falsified eligibility claims are detected.

Important Links

Resource Description	Link Path
Official Advertisement PDF	Download Official Notification
IISER Tirupati Main Jobs Page	www.iisertirupati.ac.in

Download Application Form & Official Advt

RCB Faridabad Recruitment 2026 – Research Associate, Project Associate & Field Assistant Posts

Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad

An Autonomous Institution of the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India

Advt. No. 17/Project/2026/HR

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for three temporary openings at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB). These vacancies belong to a high-impact sustainability project centered around climate-smart agriculture and microbial engineering.

Project Title: "Bioengineering of Rhodopseudomonas for sustainable CO₂ capture and improved soil fertility to enhance crop productivity and Climate-smart agriculture"

Application Deadline 25 June, 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

Round I (Online) Interview 29 June, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Age Limit Below 35 Years

Project Duration Initially 1 Year (Extendable based on performance)

Available Positions & Qualification Criteria

Position & Salary	Essential Qualifications	Core Job Description
Research Associate I 01 Position Emoluments: ₹ 58,000/- + HRA	Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Plant Biology / Bioengineering / Agricultural Microbiology / Life Sciences. Must possess at least one (01) first-authored research paper in an SCI-indexed journal.	Engineering and functional characterization of photosynthetic bacterial strains for enhanced CO₂ capture. Conducting lab-scale and greenhouse/field experiments on soil fertility. Monitoring greenhouse gas flux (CO₂, CH₄) and tracking carbon sequestration efficiency. Assisting in project coordination and mentoring junior researchers.
Project Associate 01 Position Emoluments: ₹ 42,000/- + HRA	M.Sc. / M.Tech. in Life Sciences / Agricultural Microbiology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Bioengineering / Molecular Biology / Bioinformatics / Structural Biology / Genomics / Pharmacy. Requires two (02) years of research experience in R&D in industrial, academic, or scientific institutions.	Assist in engineering and optimizing bacterial strains. Perform real-time monitoring of CO₂ and CH₄ flux for MRV frameworks. Maintain and operate photobioreactors, optimize growth parameters, and scale up cultures. Analyze physiological, molecular, and gas datasets for carbon accounting.
Field Assistant 01 Position Emoluments: ₹ 20,000/- + HRA	Bachelor's degree (B.Sc. / B.Tech.) or Diploma in Agriculture / Life Sciences / Microbiology / Environmental Science or related fields.	Field Trial Management: Assist in layout, maintenance, and monitoring of experimental plots for crop productivity. Sample Collection: Collect soil, plant, and water samples; manage proper labeling, storage, and lab transport. Assist in field-based measurements and handling of sensors. Support day-to-day field logistics at different locations.

Selection Process & Timeline

The recruitment selection framework will consist of two distinct evaluation cycles:

• Round I: Online Interview
  Only filtered, shortlisted profiles will be notified via email on or before 27 June, 2026 (5:00 PM). The online video interview rounds will be executed on 29 June, 2026 starting at 10:00 AM.
• Round II: In-Person Interview at RCB Campus
  Candidates who successfully clear the Round I online screening will receive an invitation to join an in-person interaction with the selection committee at the main RCB Faridabad campus. The final selection balances performance metrics across both interview rounds.

Application Procedure

1. Ensure all supporting credentials, certificates of educational qualification, and experience proofs are scanned and compiled.
2. Submit your application through the official online portals before 25 June, 2026 (5:00 PM).
3. For administrative or project queries, contact the Principal Investigator, Dr. Ramu S. Vemanna (Associate Professor) directly at ramu.vemanna@rcb.res.in.

Important Links

Resource Description	Link Path
Official Advertisement PDF	Download Official Notification
RCB Main Opportunities Portal	www.rcb.res.in

Download Official Form & RCB Advertisement

MACS-ARI Pune Young Professional Recruitment 2026 – Fungal Biotech Job

MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune

An Autonomous Institute under Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India

Advt No: ADVT/RecT/AMAAS-ICAR/05/SP-355/2026-27

MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune invites online applications from qualified Indian nationals for a temporary contract position of Young Professional I (YP-I) in the Biodiversity and Palaeobiology (Fungi) Group. This microbial taxonomy project is funded by the ICAR-AMAAS scheme.

Project Title: "Fungal Diversity, taxonomic, characterization and Identification"
Post Code: AMAAS-ICAR-05-2026-27-YPI

Position Title Young Professional I (01 Post)

Monthly Stipend ₹30,000/- Fixed per month

Application Deadline 24 June, 2026

Online Interview Date 30 June, 2026 (10:30 AM onwards)

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

• Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (1st Class) in Life Sciences, preferably in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related biological subject areas from a recognized University.
• Desirable Qualification: Master’s degree in Life Sciences (Botany/Biotechnology/Microbiology or related streams).
• Preferred Experience:
  • Hands-on wet-lab experience in fungal isolation, culturing, preservation, fungal taxonomy, nomenclature, and systematics.
  • Basic working knowledge of bioinformatics software tools for sequence alignment and phylogenetic tree construction.
• Age Limit: Between 21 years and 45 years as of the closing date of the advertisement. Standard upper age relaxations for OBC, SC, ST, and other categories apply per Government of India guidelines.

Application Fee Structure

A non-refundable application fee of ₹100/- is mandatory (except for SC/ST/Divyang/Women candidates). Fees must be processed online via SBI Collect using the following dashboard sequence:

SBI Collect Roadmap: Educational Institutions → Category → Agharkar Research Institute-MACS → Payment Category → Application Fee → Fill details and execute transaction.

Note: You must record your online payment receipt number and attach the generated receipt copy within the digital application framework.

How to Apply

1. Compile your credentials, self-attested scanned certificates, recent passport-size photo, valid category certificates, and the online fee receipt.
2. Visit the designated online application registration link: arijob.ourlib.in on or before 24 June, 2026.
3. The list of shortlisted candidates approved to join the selection panels will be published on the main website. The online interviews are scheduled for 30 June, 2026 from 10:30 AM onwards. Candidates have the option to interact in Hindi or English before the committee.

Important Reference Links

Resource Platform	Link Path
Official PDF Advertisement	Download Official Notification
Online Application Link	arijob.ourlib.in (Apply Portal)
MACS-ARI Pune Website	www.aripune.res.in

Click Here to Apply Online Via ARI Portal

IISER Pune Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Plant Bioengineering Job

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune

An Institute of National Importance (Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)

Advertisement No.: 42/2026

IISER Pune invites online applications from motivated Indian nationals for a temporary research position of Project Associate-I. The project is funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, and centers on core cellular and regenerative plant biology.

Project Title: "Mechanisms of cell geometric reconfiguration driving stem cell niche establishment during regeneration"
Project Code: 34526819

Position Title Project Associate-I (01 Post)

Application Deadline 30 June, 2026

Maximum Age Limit 35 Years (As on closing date)

Initial Tenure 01 Year (Extendable based on performance)

Monthly Fellowship Structure

• ₹37,000/- + 30% HRA per month: For candidates possessing a valid CSIR-UGC NET / GATE / DBT-JRF qualification scorecard or an equivalent national-level examination certificate conducted by Central Government Departments/Agencies.
• ₹30,000/- + 30% HRA per month: For other candidates who do not possess any of the above national qualifications.

Eligibility Criteria & Experience

• Essential Qualification: M.Sc. or B.Tech. degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or Bioengineering fields from a recognized university.
• Minimum Marks Requirement: Candidates must possess at least 70% aggregate marks or equivalent grade. (Note: Additional percentage screening cut-offs may apply if a large volume of applications is received).
• Preferred Experience:
  • Prior wet-lab handling experience in molecular biology and genetics techniques is a mandatory pre-requisite.
  • Prior experience handling research microscopes and imaging. Specific exposure to Confocal Microscopy is highly desirable.
• Key Job Requirements:
  • Assisting with genetic screens in running experiments modeled on Arabidopsis root tip regeneration.
  • Generating customized molecular cloning tools necessary for project pipelines.
  • Performing advanced image analysis to quantify and evaluate plant cell geometry tracking.

Selection & Application Process

The entire screening process will be handled on an administrative shortlist track. Key features include:

• The list of shortlisted candidates with precise date, time, and mode details will be published directly on the IISER Pune recruitment portal below this original advertisement.
• Shortlisted individuals will be communicated with exclusively via email notification channels.
• During subsequent verification stages, candidates must produce a color passport photo alongside self-attested printouts of age proof, academic records, degrees, and relevant experience transcripts.

Important Reference Links

Resource Platform	Link Path
Official PDF Advertisement	Download Official Notification
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