NCBS looking for Research Assistant in Bioinformatics

National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) - Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), is a premier research institute engaged in research in life sciences across scale. Several research facilities and associated infrastructure helps in providing cutting edge technology and support research. Several of these facilities not only provide support to the researchers within the institute, but also academia and industry nationally and internationally.

Post : Research Assistant in Bioinformatics

Wastewater testing can provide an unbiased snapshot of community health. As an early warning system – it is a very powerful approach in predicting the rise and fall in number of cases ahead of time in densely populated communities. This position is part of ‘Environmental Surveillance of respiratory virues and other pathogens’ to genomic diversity of pathogens and microbiome in wastewater. Using spatial and temporal information on environmental samples and disease incidence, we want to identify regionally prevalent variants for an early indication of infection trends. The role will be to provide bioinformatics support using available software packages (commercial and open access) to underpin the processing, analysis and visualisation of genomic data arising from sewage (wastewater) using a combination bioinformatics and statistical approaches.

Essential Qualification & Experience :
I. Master’s degree in the bioinformatics or relevant disciplines, with demonstrated interest and experience in bioinformatic analysis and a strong computational background.
II. Proficiency in computer scripting (e.g., Python, Perl, R) is required;
* Experience with ecological or epidemiological studies would be useful;
* Fluency in scientific writing and clear communication skills;
* Excellent interpersonal and organizational and problem-solving skills;
* Ability to work independently and also as part of a team, together with organisational skills that enable completing work within a given timeline.

Number of vacancies : 1 position

Age limit : 35 years as on 01.07.2025

Consolidated Salary : Salary will commensurate with experience and qualification.
Initially, the position will be for a period of one year, further extendable with necessary review.

General Instructions
1. The Selection process may consist written test / interview. Any change in the recruitment process will be intimated to the candidates in advance. The institute reserves the right not to fill the above posts herein advertised in case suitable candidates are not found. Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidate.
2. Interested candidates should apply online along with your motivation to apply for this position, CV and contact information of 2 referees.
3. Incomplete applications and online applications without uploading the supporting documents in support of their Educational qualification with marks, Date of Birth, Caste Certificate, Experience certificate along with pay drawn, etc. shall not be considered.
4. The Institute reserves the right to increase or decrease the no. of posts to be filled or not to make any recruitment to any post(s), or not to offer the appointment without assigning any reason.
5. The Institute strives to have a workplace where there is equality of diversity and candidates of all classes, caste, gender and religion are encouraged to apply for the position.
6. The decision of the competent authority will be final in the matter of selection.
7. Any legal dispute concerning the Selection/ Recruitment process will be subject to courts having jurisdiction over Bangalore.
8. Please visit the website regularly since all subsequent Corrigendum/Addendum/Updates will be uploaded to the website only.
9. No correspondence whatsoever will be entertained from candidates regarding postal delay, conduct and result of test/interview and reasons for not being called for test/interview. Interim correspondence will not be entertained and replied to.

Last date for receipt of Online application : 31st August 2025