Designation/Position- Project Scientist I or Post-Doctoral Position in IIT Roorkee
IIT Roorkee, India invites application for Project Scientist I or Post-Doctoral Position in IIT Roorkee from eligible and interested candidates
About- Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee is a premier public technical and research university located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India, headed by Director Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi. It is formerly known as the University of Roorkee and Thomason College of Civil Engineering. Post-Doctoral Position in IIT Roorkee
Research/Job Area- Microbiology / Biotechnology
- Antibacterial drug discovery
- Synthetic lethal interaction screening
- Bacterial cell wall protein inhibitors
- Molecular cloning and protein biochemistry
- Animal model experimentation
Location- IIT Roorkee
Eligibility/Qualification–
✅ Essential Qualification
- Postgraduate degree in Microbiology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences
- Minimum 2 years of experience in antibacterial drug discovery using chemical genetics
⭐ Desirable Qualification
- Docking analysis
- Ph.D. in Microbiology / Biotechnology (awarded)
- Prior expertise in:
- Cell wall catalyzing enzymes of bacteria
- Molecular biology techniques
- Analytical chemistry
Job/Position Description-
Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical)
Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Applications are invited from Indian nationals only for the position of Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical) under a sponsored research project led by Prof. Ranjana Pathania.
🔬 Project Details
Project Title:
Synthetic lethal interaction screening for discovery of novel Acinetobacter baumannii L,D-transpeptidase (LdtD) inhibitors (SLiDNALD)
Sponsor:
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical) |
| Number of Positions | 01 |
| Department | Biosciences and Bioengineering |
| Institution | IIT Roorkee |
| Location | Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India |
| Salary | ₹56,000 per month + HRA |
| Duration | 1 Year (Extendable based on performance) |
| Interview Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Date | 5 March 2026 |
| Interview Time | 03:00 PM |
| Venue | Committee Room, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee |
The selected candidate will:
- Develop experiments for inhibitor screening against cell wall proteins
- Perform genetic manipulations and molecular cloning
- Conduct protein purification and biochemical assays
- Handle laboratory animals and perform experiments in animal models
- Contribute to translational antibacterial drug research
📌 Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure they meet eligibility criteria before appearing for the interview.
- Bring the following documents:
- Application on plain paper with detailed CV (chronological academic record)
- Details of research/industrial experience
- Attested copies of degree and experience certificates
- Original documents must be produced for verification at the time of interview.
- Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications and experience.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
How to Apply-
Since this is a Walk-in Interview, candidates must appear directly on:
🗓 5 March 2026
⏰ 03:00 PM
Last Date for Apply– 5 March 2026 (Walk-in Interview)
Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Roorkee – 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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