Recrutiment for the post of Project Scientist I on an externally funded project "Defining fundamental principles of vesicle fusion using infectious and genetic disease models"
Position Details
Name of Post: Project Scientist I
Title of the project: Defining fundamental principles of vesicle fusion using infectious and genetic disease models
Funding Agency: DBT/Wellcome Trust India Alliance
Qualifications
- Minimum educational qualification: Doctoral degree in Science or Master's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent
- Desirable Qualifications: Candidates with PhD degree and technical proficiency in one of the relevant areas (biochemistry, microscopy, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology) and research experience are preferred.
- Training: Training in cell culture workflow, handling of pathogens, infection studies, and BSL2/BSL3 practices are highly desirable.
Salary and Duration
- Fellowship amount: Rs. 56,000 + HRA, as applicable.
- Duration of the post: 1 year. Position may be renewable after a year subject to candidate’s performance.
Age Limit
Max. 35 years
Application Process
Last date: June 19, 2026.
Tentative interview schedule: June/July.
Candidates selected for interview will be notified by email.
How to Apply
Please Complete The Google Form In The Link Below https://forms.gle/CETB3gNkGmWq5puA7
The applicant’s CV should have complete details on their education, academic performance in undergraduate and graduate degrees, past research work, publications, references, achievements, awards and should be restricted to 2 pages. Please include contact details (phone number, email and postal address).
The one-page statement of purpose should explain their rationale and motivation for applying for this position.
Incomplete applications or applications failing to meet minimum criteria will not be considered.
Scanned copies of educational/professional qualifications will have to be provided, if selected for interview.
Note: This advertisement is published on 08-06-2026 and last date for application is 19-06-2026.