Designation/Position- Research Associate Position at NIPGR
National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi, invites applications for the Research Associate Position 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 Position at NIPGR
Research/Job Area- Life Sciences or equivalentent
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Location- New Delhi
Eligibility/Qualification–
Ph.D. in Life Sciences or equivalent.
Must fulfill norms/guidelines of DST Office Memorandum No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated June 26, 2023.
Strong publication record.
Highly desirable: Experience in plant biology, raising transgenics and genome-editing lines (Arabidopsis/Rice), and molecular analysis of transgenic/genome-editing events.
Job/Position Description-
National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) invites applications for two Research Associate-I positions under the supervision of Dr. Manoj Majee, Scientist. These positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the respective projects.
DBT Project
- Title: Investigation of the molecular intricacies, mechanisms and role of Methionine Sulfoxide Reductase A (MSR A) in preserving seed vigor and viability in rice during seed aging and storage.
- Fellowship: ₹58,000 + HRA (as sanctioned in the project).
ANRF-CRG Project
- Title: Investigation of the role of AtSKIP31-JAZ-ABI TFs module in integrating ABA-JA signaling for the acquisition of seed desiccation tolerance and seed vigor in Arabidopsis thaliana.
- Fellowship: ₹47,000 + HRA (as sanctioned in the project).
- Carry out advanced research related to the above-mentioned projects.
- Conduct molecular biology experiments, genome editing, and functional analysis of transgenic lines.
- Prepare reports and maintain proper project documentation.
- Contribute to high-quality research publications.
How to Apply-
Eligible candidates should appear for a walk-in interview at NIPGR, New Delhi on:
Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. onwards
Registration: 09:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on the same day at the venue.
Candidates reporting after 10:30 a.m. will not be entertained.
Candidates must bring:
Duly filled application form (in prescribed format).
Self-attested copies of certificates (date of birth, educational qualifications, and experience).
Original documents for verification.
Candidates applying for both positions must submit separate applications with all required documents.
Incomplete or incorrectly formatted applications will be rejected.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
