Research Associate (RA) Position in ICGEB, New Delhi, India
Designation/Position- Research Associate (RA) Positions
ICGEB, New Delhi, India invites applications for Research Associate (RA) Positions from eligible and interested candidates.
About- Established under UNIDO in 1983, the ICGEB is a unique, autonomous, Intergovernmental Organisation, with biotech labs in Italy, India, and South Africa. Research Associate (RA) Positions
Research/Job Area- Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology or other related field
Location- ICGEB, New Delhi, India
Eligibility/Qualification–
Ph.D. Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology or other related field with experience in enzymology/molecular biology techniques.
Desirable qualifications: Experience in genome editing and genome engineering in fungi or other eukaryotes, and in enzyme kinetics, will be preferred.
Job/Position Description-
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE AT MICROBIAL ENGINEERING GROUP
One Research Associate (RA) Position is available in the Microbial Engineering group, in the lab of Dr. Shams Yazdani, in a DBT-funded project. The position is available initially for one year, with the possibility of annual extensions based on fund availability, performance, and achievement of milestones.
Please note that this is a temporary project position whose duration is only for the tenure of the sanctioned project. The salary will be as per DST norms, based on qualification and experience.
Position- Research Associate (Fungal Genome Engineering)
Job description: The selected candidate will be performing fungal genome engineering to improve the titer and efficiency of the cellulase enzyme. The candidate will also be responsible for preparing detailed technical reports summarizing the results and for the timely submission of these reports to the funding agency.
How to Apply–
Interested candidates should email their latest curriculum vitae and cover letter (Cover letter must mention pertinent skills) with a detailed description of scientific experience to dbt.icgeb.bioenergy@gmail.com, with the subject mentioned as “Application for RA position in Microb Eng Group”. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Last Date to Apply– 25 August 2026
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