Designation/Position- Research Associate at NIPGR
National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi, invites applications for Research Associate at NIPGR from eligible and interested candidates.
About- The National Institute of Plant Genome Research is an autonomous institution supported by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. Research Associate at NIPGR
Research/Job Area– Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Plant Science/Life Sciences/Biotechnology or equivalent
Location- New Delhi
Eligibility/Qualification-
Candidates having Ph. D (doctoral) Degree in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Plant Science/Life Sciences/Biotechnology or equivalent from recognised University and fulfilling the guidelines as per DST-OM number DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated June 26, 2023, are eligible to apply.
Desirable Qualifications: Candidates having research experience in the area of Molecular Biology, Gene Function analysis, Nutrition Biology, Protein Chemistry, Mass Spectrometry based Proteomics, Gene- editing, Plant transformation with at least one first author publication in SCI journal will be preferred.
Job/Position Description-
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the purely temporary position of one Research Associate-II in the DBT multi-institutional project proposal entitled “Development of genome edited nitrogen use efficient lines with improved nutritional quality for sustainable agriculture in rice (GENUIENrice)”, under the supervision of Dr. Subhra Chakraborty, Distinguished Scientist, NIPGR. The details of position are as under:
Research Associate-II (one post): Emoluments ₹. 61000/- plus 27% HRA per month, as sanctioned in the project.
The above position is completely temporarily and co-terminus with the project. The fellowship/emolument amount for the above position is as sanctioned in the project and as per DBT/DST norms. The initial appointment will be for one year or till the tenability of the project whichever is earlier, and tenure of the post can be curtailed based on the assessment of the candidate’s performance and the discretion of the Competent Authority. NIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending on the qualification and experience of the candidate. Reservation of posts shall be as per Govt. of India norms. The appointment may be terminated at any time by giving one month notice by either side. The applicants will have no claim implicit or explicit for consideration against any regular position of NIPGR.
How to Apply-
Candidates need to apply by filling up the necessary information in the given format and upload scanned copies of all the certificates/marksheets (from Xth standard onwards) of educational qualifications and experience in single PDF with the application and sent to E-mail: sclab105@gmail.com within 21 days from the date of advertisement. Candidates applying with incomplete information will not be considered for the interview. Only Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. A web interview will be conducted. A link with the date and time of the online interview will be emailed to the shortlisted candidates only. The candidates must ascertain their eligibility before applying, as ineligible candidates will not be interviewed. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence, political or otherwise, will lead to the disqualification of the candidate(s).
Note: ONLY soft copy of the application in the given format along with all certificates in a single PDF will be accepted. Incomplete application and those in the wrong format will be summarily rejected. For any clarification candidates may contact the Scientist in charge through email only. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Dr. Subhra Chakraborty
Distinguished Scientist
National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR)
Aruna Asraf Ali Marg, New Delhi – 110067
Last Date for Apply– 26 August 2025
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