National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi is an Autonomous Research Institution under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) and is funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, to pursue research on various frontier areas of Plant Biology such as, climate resilient agriculture, plant health and immunity, nutrient use efficiency, biofortification and other emerging areas. The objective of the institute is to conduct high-quality research in the frontier areas of plant biology with the aim of having practical application in crop improvement. The institute provides a supportive environment for academic growth, fostering innovative thinking and collaborative research.
Post : Senior Research Fellow (one post)
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the purely temporary position of one Senior Research Fellow DBT project entitled “Deciphering role of post-translational modifications and plasma membrane and auxin response regulator cross-talk in chickpea wilt disease”, under the supervision of Dr. Subhra Chakraborty, Distinguished Scientist, NIPGR. The details of position are as under
Emoluments : Rs. 42000/- plus 27% HRA per month, as sanctioned in the project.
Qualification : Candidates having a Master’s Degree (with 60% marks) in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Plant Science/Life Sciences/Biotechnology or equivalent with at least two years of post-Master’s research experience or Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine or Agriculture or related field (with 60% marks) from a recognized university/institution with at least two year research experience in related area 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, Mass Spectrometry based Proteomics, Metabolomics, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Computational Analysis of Multiomics Data and Crop Genetic Improvement and gene-editing will be preferred
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.
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 (Date of advertisement July 18, 2025). 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
E-mail- sclab105@gmail.com
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