Designation/Position- Project Research Scientist at RGCB
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Kerala, India invites application for Project Research Scientist at RGCB from eligible and interested candidates
About- The Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) is an autonomous national institute of the Government of India, Ministry for Science & Technology, Department of Biotechnology. The mandate of the institute is discovery, innovation, and translation in biotechnology and disease biology. Project Research Scientist at RGCB
Research/Job Area- Any branch of Life sciences
Location- Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Kerala, India
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Eligibility/Qualification–
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in Life Science with experience in genomics.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidates with atleast 2 years’ experience in Genomics is preferred.
AGE
Below 35 years as on Dec 31 st, 2025. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms
Job/Position Description-
Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Scientist-I in the BIRAC project entitled “Expansion of INSACOG- Wastewater Surveillance of SARS CoV-2, Emerging Pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance through Genomics- Based methods” of Dr. Radhakrishnan R Nair, Scientist F at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
EMOLUMENT
₹ 67,000/- + 18% HRA per month.
DURATION
Initially for a period of one year or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and extendable based on the performance evaluation.
How to Apply-
Applications should be submitted online.
Only those fulfilling the above criteria need apply. Applicants will be short listed for the selection interview based on eligibility criteria. Selection of suitable candidates will be made based on qualifications and performance in the selection interview.
Last Date for Apply– 31 December 2025
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