Designation/Position- NCBS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bangalore, invites applications for NCBS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.
About- NCBS is a premier research institute with all the necessary facilities a research scientist may need. Research interests of our faculty members lie in the frontier areas of biology, and the science at NCBS (a part of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research ) uses experimental and computational approaches to study molecules, cells and organisms. We aim to understand biology at each level to advance an integrated view of life processes. Our students and faculty members’ talent and drive continue to show us the way to good science.
AI in Biology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Research/Job Area- Natural sciences or computer sciences
Integration of AI approaches with biological research.
Location- National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bangalore
Eligibility/Qualification–
- PhD in any of the natural sciences or computer sciences.
- An outstanding research record and demonstrated excellence in the chosen field.
Job/Position Description-
The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) in collaboration with ICTS, Bangalore, invites applications for the AI in Biology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. This 2-year fellowship is designed to support early-career researchers in pursuing innovative projects that integrate AI with biological research.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Fellowship Duration | 2 years |
| Monthly Fellowship Amount | ₹1,25,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Annual Research Funding | ₹3,00,000 for research and travel |
| Application Closing Date | 1 March 2026 |
Candidates are expected to:
- Develop a research proposal that fits the mandate and scope of CALIBRE.
- Collaborate closely with their proposed mentors from NCBS and/or ICTS.
- Participate in broader CALIBRE activities, including teaching, workshops, conferences, and outreach initiatives.
How to Apply-
Prepare the following application package:
- Latest CV
- PDF versions of 1-3 first-author publications
- At least 2 letters of reference (to be emailed directly to acadoffice@ncbs.res.in)
- Research Proposal Lay Summary: A summary (1 page or less) that outlines the transformative potential of the proposed AI integration in biological science.
- Research Proposal: A detailed proposal (3 pages) outlining background, hypotheses/aims, work approach, future plans, and relevance to the research area.
- Details of Fellowship Supervisor: Mention your proposed fellowship supervisor at NCBS and/or ICTS; mentors must be contacted in advance.
Additionally, include:
- A letter of support from your proposed host (emailed directly to acadoffice@ncbs.res.in).
For any queries regarding the program, please contact acadoffice@ncbs.res.in.
Last Date for Apply– 1 March 2026
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