The Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) is an institution of national importance and a statutory body established by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. It functions as a UNESCO Category II Centre with regional and global partnerships. RCB’s primary mandate is to provide world-class education and training, and to conduct innovative, interdisciplinary research in biotechnology to develop high-quality human resources in a globally competitive research environment.
RCB invites applications (in online mode) from dynamic, result-oriented and dedicated eligible candidates for the following contractual positions under the “BSU Phase-II” project
Chief Scientific Officer (01 post)
Monthly emoluments : Up to Rs.2,00,000/- based on the relevant experience of the candidate.
Essential Requirement : A Doctoral degree in Science or a Master’s degree in Engineering/ Technology from a recognized university or equivalent, with at least 20 years of relevant professional experience.
Desirable Experience : Familiarity with regulatory affairs pertaining to biotechnology research and commercialization. (Demonstrated experience in leading R&D teams, managing research budgets and lab operations, and working knowledge of biosafety, compliance, and regulatory frameworks will be an advantage)
Job Description
The incumbent will be responsible for the overall management of the project in accordance with its mandate. Key responsibilities include :
(i) Regulatory and Technical Support: Developing and formulating regulatory guidelines for biotechnology research and commercialization, and providing necessary support to RCGM and GEAC for their regulatory, training, capacity-building, and communication activities.
(ii) Coordination and Liaison: Acting as the primary interface between various stakeholders, including government agencies and Principal Investigators.
(iii) Planning and Implementation: Developing management practices, defining the scope of activities, and ensuring effective planning and execution with optimal utilization of resources.
(iv) Training and Outreach: Organizing training programs, workshops, and capacity- building initiatives.
(v) Financial and Administrative Management: Preparing cost estimates and budget forecasts, and managing administrative, HR, and scheme-related funds.
(vi) Monitoring and Reporting: Tracking progress of various activities and schemes, and preparing regular reports.
(vii) Other Duties : Undertaking any other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director, RCB; Directorate Head – Bio-wealth & Bio- safety, DBT; and Member Secretary, RCGM.
Minimum Age : 45 years
Project Scientist III (Biopharma / Biotherapeutics / Veterinary Science)(01 post)
Monthly emoluments : Monthly emoluments of Rs. 78,000/- + HRA
Essential Requirement : A Doctoral degree in Science or a Master’s degree in Engineering/ Technology from a recognized university or equivalent, with a minimum of 7 years of R&D experience in industrial or academic institutions, or in science and technology organizations.
Desirable Experience : Prior experience in R&D of cell and gene therapy products or recombinant biotherapeutics. (Working knowledge of pharmacology principles will be an advantage)
Job Description
The incumbent will be responsible for the following :
(i) Regulatory Review : Scrutinize applications for biosimilars, vaccines, and emerging biotherapeutics, including cell and gene therapy products, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
(ii) Data Evaluation : Review submitted data, study protocols, and other relevant regulatory aspects.
(iii) Guidelines Development : Draft guidelines and protocols for generating biosafety data to address emerging challenges in recombinant biologicals.
(iv) Scientific Expertise : Stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in the field, and provide scientific guidance on regulatory matters.
(v) Technical Support: Provide scientific inputs and support on emerging regulatory issues related to recombinant biologicals.
(vi) Capacity Building: Design and conduct training programs, workshops, and other initiatives to enhance stakeholder knowledge in biosafety and regulatory affairs.
(vii) Unit Management : Work closely with the CSO/Coordinator to manage common BSU services and institutionalize good management practices.
(viii) Collaboration : Ensure effective coordination and communication to achieve BSU objectives.
(ix) Other Duties : Undertake any additional tasks assigned by the Member Secretary, RCGM and the CSO/Coordinator, BSU, to support the unit’s mandate.
Minimum Age : 45 years
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. The positions will be on contract, initially for a period of one year, which may be extended further at the discretion of the Competent Authority as per the requirement of the centre. All the positions under the BSU project will be co-terminus with the project.
2. The positions are subject to periodic evaluation of the performance of the incumbent and if, on such evaluation the performance is not found to be satisfactory, the contract will be terminated with one-month notice.
3. The appointment will be on full-time basis and he/she will not be permitted to take up any other assignment during the period of contract. The contract may be terminated by either party by giving one-month advance notice in writing.
4. The consolidated emoluments shown above are only indicative and shall be decided by the Selection Committee for the selected candidate based on his/her relevant experience and qualification. No other perks or allowances are admissible.
5. The incumbent will be required to conform to the rules and regulations of RCB in force from time to time and follow the discipline rules of the Centre failing which the contract may be withdrawn at any point of time.
6. The incumbent will not be considered to be a permanent employee of the Center and conferment of this contract will not imply any assurance or guarantee for regular employment in the Centre. The incumbent shall not claim for regularization or absorption in the Centre. However, the incumbent may apply for the advertised posts subject to meeting eligibility criteria for the post and as per institutional policy.
7. All educational, professional and technical qualifications should be from a recognized Board/University. Experience shall be counted for work done after the qualifying degree for the relevant position.
8. Persons working in Govt. or Public Sector Undertaking should apply through proper channel or produce ‘No- Objection Certificate’ at the time of selection process.
9. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
10. Vacancies shown above are indicative only and the number may increase or decrease as per requirement and availability of suitable candidates and at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
11. Candidates must ensure that he / she fulfils all the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement. If it is found that he / she does not fulfil the stipulated criteria during the recruitment process, the candidature of the candidate will be cancelled. If the same is noticed after the appointment, the candidate will be terminated following due process.
12. Mere fulfilment of the minimum prescribed qualification and experience will not vest any right on a candidate for being called for the selection process. Only the candidates shortlisted by a duly constituted Screening Committee will be called for the selection process. The decision of the Centre in this regard will be final. No interim inquiries in this regard will be entertained.
13. The candidates should submit separate application for separate posts.
14. Closing date of Online Application will be the crucial date for determining eligibility with regard to age, essential qualification etc.
15. Incomplete applications shall be summarily rejected and no correspondence in this regard shall be entertained. 16. The incumbent will be entitled for leave as admissible to the contractual staff of the Centre. The un-availed leave cannot be carried forward or encashed.
17. Age relaxation as per GoI norms is available to eligible applicants. In all other cases. if a candidate is otherwise suitable, age/experience relaxation may be granted by the Competent Authority. 18. All results/notifications/addendum/corrigendum will be published only on RCB website. Therefore, the candidates should visit the RCB website regularly till completion of the recruitment process.
19. Candidates canvassing/giving incorrect information/violating norms in any kind, detected at any stage, before or after the selection will be disqualified with immediate/retrospective effect, as the case may be.
20. Any dispute arising out of this advertisement including the recruitment process shall be subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Courts situated at Faridabad, Haryana.
21. All communications will only be made through email.
22. The decisions of the Competent Authority, RCB will be final and binding in all cases.
Note : Applicants who are already in regular government service and willing to apply for the above contractual positions are advised to take prior permission from their parent organization for the same. In the event of selection, such candidates are to ensure their relieving within 30 days of the offer, so as to join the position within the specified period. No request for extension of joining period shall be entertained under any circumstances. The positions are contractual only with consolidated emoluments and shall not be eligible for any pay level salary, perks & allowances. During the contract period of the employee, RCB shall not have liability of any kind to his/ her parent organization.
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online at RCB website rcb.res.in with the requisite non- refundable fee of Rs. 200/- latest by 13 September 2026.
SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from payment of fees.
Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted. Refund of unsuccessful or duplicate transactions may be claimed up to 1 month from the last date of submission of applications, after that no request will be entertained.
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