Project Scientist Position at JNU, New Delhi
Designation/Position- Project Scientist Position at JNU
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India, invites applications for Project Scientist Position at JNU at JNU from eligible and interested candidates
About- Jawaharlal Nehru University is India’s foremost university and a world-renowned teaching and research center. Ranked number one in India by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a Grade Point of 3.91 (on a scale of 4), JNU was ranked no 3 among all universities in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework, Government of India, in 2016 and no 2 in 2017. JNU also received the Best University Award from the President of India in 2017. Project Scientist Position at JNU
Research/Job Area- Life Science/ Biotechnology or Biology
Location- Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
Research Areas
Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, etc.
Location
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
New Delhi – 110067
Eligibility / Qualification
Essential qualifications:
1st Class Master’s Degree in the relevant subject (e.g., Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, etc.)
OR
2nd Class M.Sc. + Ph.D. in relevant subject from a recognized university
Desirable qualifications: Candidates with experience in techniques like PCR, RT-PCR, ELISA, western blotting, flow cytometry, enzymology, experience in handling and experiments on clinical samples etc., knowledge of data analysis software (e.g., GraphPad Prism), publications in indexed journals, and previous research experience and practical knowledge of immunology, mammalian culture and parasite biology.
Job Description
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for one temporary position of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-medical) in the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) sponsored research project under the supervision of Prof. Shailja Singh, Special Centre for Molecular Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. The details of the project, qualifications, fellowship amount etc., are following:
Title of the project: Reversing g6pd deficiency phenotype prevalent in India through drug like small molecule for malaria elimination
Post: Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical) – One post
Salary: – Rs. 56000 + Rs.16,800/- (30% HRA) = Rs. 72,800/- per month
The initial appointment will be for one year or till the tenability of the project whichever is earlier and the same can be curtailed/extended based on assessment of the candidate’s performance and discretion of the Competent Authority for the duration of the project.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates may apply by sending their application along with the detailed CV, self-attested copies of the certificates and proof of research experience (if any) through email on or before October 24, 2025 by e-mail to sakshi88_cmm@jnu.ac.in.
The selection committee will shortlist candidates based on the experience, qualifications and the suitability for the project, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for an offline interview at the below mentioned venue.
No TA/DA will be paid to attend interview / personal discussion and candidates have to arrange transport/accommodation themselves.
Venue for interview: Lab3C, Special Centre for Molecular Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University
Application Deadline: Application will be accepted till October 24, 2025.
Last Date for Apply– 24 October 2025
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