BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI) is an autonomous Institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. BRIC-NABI aims at catalysing the transformation of the Agri- food sector in India by being a nodal organization for knowledge generation and translational science leading to value-added products based on Agri-Food biotech innovations for improved household nutritional security. Since its inception in 2010, BRIC-NABI is involved in research activities for Bio-fortification, the development of designer crops for improved nutrition, providing sustainable and novel solutions for quality food and nutrition, and the development of evidence-based functional foods to counter malnutrition.
The food and nutritional Biotechnology division at BRIC-NABI requires the following research personnel purely on a temporary basis.
Research Associate I (One position)
Project Title : “Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency : Towards developing a nutrient-rich crop for a changing climate (GAP- 102)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Rajeev N Bahuguna and Dr. Sivasubramanian R, Scientist-D, BRIC- NABI Positions:
Duration : The RA fellowship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a period of 1 year only, and depending upon the progress of the research, and the performance, the committee may recommend for further extension of tenure.
Essential Qualification : Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences or Biotechnology with at least two peer- reviewed international publications in Science Citation indexed (SCl) journal.
Desirable Experience : 1. We seek an enthusiastic and highly motivated candidate who is interested in genetics, and genomics of crop species. 2. Research experience in handling genomics data, GWAS and QTL analysis of crops, NGS data analysis (including genome sequencing & assembly, comparative genomics) as evidenced by relevant research publications in peer-reviewed journals or preprint servers. 3. Research experience in large-scale phenotyping and phenomics is desirable..
Responsibilities : The candidate will work on the genetics and genomics aspect of the project. The candidate will be responsible for sequencing and phenotyping of barnyard millet germplasm along with other project personnel. The candidate will also carry out all the bioinformatics analysis including variant calling, GWAS, and other population genomic analyses. The candidate will also be responsible for all the data analysis arising from the phenotyping experiments. Candidate will also help in preparing reports for funding agencies and write manuscripts for publication.
Emoluments: - Rs. 58000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated 26.06.2023)
Age limit : 40 years (Relaxation is admissible in the case of SC/ST/OBC/PD and women candidates as per GOI instructions) Contact Project Investigator : Dr. Sivasubramanian R & Dr. Rajeev N Bahuguna, Scientist-D, BRIC- NABI, India
Email : siva.r24@nabi.res.in , rajeev.bahuguna@nic.in
Field/Lab worker (One Position)
Project Title : “Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency : Towards developing a nutrient-rich crop for a changing climate (GAP- 102)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Rajeev N Bahuguna and Dr. Sivasubramanian R, Scientist-D, BRIC- NABI
Duration : The appointment will initially be for one year and may continue until the completion of the project, subject to the availability of funds from the sponsoring agency. Further extension will be based on performance evaluation and project requirements. Essential Qualification : • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/Institute in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects (or)
• Diploma in Engineering and technology in Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects Emoluments: - Rs. 20000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No.SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30.01.2019)
Age limit : 50 Years
Project Investigator : Dr. Sivasubramanian R & Dr. Rajeev N Bahuguna, Scientist-D, BRIC- NABI, India
Email : siva.r24@nabi.res.in , rajeev.bahuguna@nic.in
Research Associate I (One position)
Project Title : “Development of High-Efficiency Transformation Protocols and Genome Editing for Accelerated Improvement of Barnyard Millet” (GAP-102)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI
Duration : The appointment will initially be for one year and may continue until the completion of the project, subject to the availability of funds from the sponsoring agency. Extension will be based on satisfactory performance and submission of progress reports..
Essential Qualification : • Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Plant Sciences / Life Sciences or related discipline with at least two peer-reviewed international publications in Science Citation indexed (SCl) journal.
Desirable Experience :
1. Proven expertise in plant tissue culture and regeneration, preferably in cereals/millets.
2. Hands-on experience in Agrobacterium-mediated transformation and/or biolistic transformation in monocots.
3. Strong experience in CRISPR/Cas genome editing, guide RNA design, vector construction, and validation of edited lines.
4. Experience in molecular cloning techniques including Gateway cloning, plasmid construction, and gene expression analysis.
5. Experience in molecular characterization techniques such as PCR, qRT-PCR, Southern blotting, Western blotting, and sequencing-based validation.
6. Candidates with additional expertise in nano-biotechnology-based transformation approaches will be given preference.
Responsibilities : The selected candidate will lead research activities under the sub-objective focusing on
the development and optimization of high-efficiency genetic transformation and genome editing platforms in Barnyard Millet. The work will include establishing tissue culture and regeneration systems, CRISPR/Cas-based genome editing, vector construction, molecular validation of edited events, and generation of stable transgenic/edited lines. The candidate will also coordinate with collaborating institutes in this multi-institute project and assist in mentoring junior researchers.
Emoluments : - Rs. 58000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated 26.06.2023)
Age limit: 40 years (Relaxation is admissible in the case of SC/ST/OBC/PD and women candidates as per GOI instructions)
Contact Details : Project Investigator: Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C, BRIC- NABI, India
Email : prafull.salvi@nabi.res.in
Junior Research Fellow (One position)
Project Title : “Unravelling the molecular roles of Rice Seed-expressed bZIP (RISBZs) Transcription Factors using genome editing approach” (GAP-66)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI
Duration : The position is tenable up to 04 January 2027, coinciding with the scheduled completion of the project. Any continuation will depend on the continued availability of funding support.
Essential Qualification :
• Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in professional course selected through a process described through any one of the following: -
• Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE
• The selection process through National Level examinations conducted by central government departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, ICMR, etc.
Desirable Experience :
1. Prior experience in rice tissue culture will be preferred.
2. Experience in gateway cloning and western blotting.
3. Experience in CRISPR/Cas genome editing system.
Responsibilities : The selected candidate will be involved in a project aimed at comprehending the significance of molecular determinants and associated pathways focusing on enhancing seed vigour and stress tolerance response for crop improvement.
Emoluments : - Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No.SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30.01.2019)
Age limit : 28 Years (Relaxation is admissible in case of SC/ST/OBC/PD as per GOI Instructions)
Contact Details : Project Investigator: Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C, BRIC- NABI, India
Email : prafull.salvi@nabi.res.in
Project Associate (One Position)
Project Title : “Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency: Towards developing a nutrient-rich crop for a changing climate (GAP- 102)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Vanish Kumar, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI
Duration : The appointment will initially be for one year and may continue until the completion of the project, subject to the avai ability of funds from the sponsoring agency. Further extension will be based on performance evaluation and project requirements.
Essential Qualification :
• Master's degree from a recognized University/Institute: Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects
OR
• Master's degree from a recognized University/Institute : Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects and selected through National Eligibility Tests- CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE Selection through National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies/institutions such as DST, DBT, ICMR, etc.
Desirable Experience :
1. Experience in nanotechnology or nano-biotechnology approaches for biomolecule delivery in plants.
2. Knowledge of nanoparticle synthesis, functionalization, and characterization techniques.
3. Experience in plant tissue culture and transformation (preferred).
4. Basic understanding of molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, cloning, and gene expression analysis.
5. Candidates with experience in millet transformation or genome editing will be given additional preference.
Responsibilities : The selected candidate will support research activities aimed at developing innovative nano-enabled transformation strategies for Barnyard Millet improvement. The work will involvesynthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials for biomolecule delivery (DNA/RNA/protein), assisting in plant transformation experiments, molecular validation, and maintaining tissue culture experiments. The candidate will also assist in data collection, analysis, documentation, and coordination within the multi-institute framework.
Emoluments: - Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA or Rs. 25000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No.SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30.01.2019)
Age limit : 35 Years (Relaxation is admissible in the case of SC/ST/OBC/PD and women candidates as per GOI instructions)
Contact Details : Project Investigator: Dr. Vanish Kumar, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI, India
Email : vanish.kumar@nabi.res.in
Project Associate (One Position)
Project Title : “Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency: Towards developing a nutrient-rich crop for a changing climate (GAP- 102)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Sanjana Negi, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI
Duration : The appointment will initially be for one year and may continue until the completion of the project, subject to the availability of funds from the sponsoring agency. Further extension will be based on performance evaluation and project requirements.
Essential Qualification :
• Master's degree from a recognized University/Institute: Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects
OR
• Master's degree from a recognized University/Institute: Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects and selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR- UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE Selection through National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies/institutions such as DST, DBT, ICMR, etc.
Desirable Experience :
1. Experience in plant tissue culture and transformation (preferred).
2. Basic understanding of molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, cloning, and gene expression analysis.
3. Candidates with experience in millet transformation or genome editing will be given additional preference.
Responsibilities : The selected candidate will support research activities aimed at developing embryonic cell suspension cultures of Barnyard millet and subsequent transformation and genome editing of barnyard millet. The candidate will also assist in data collection, analysis, documentation, and coordination within the multi-institute framework.
Emoluments : - Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA or Rs. 25000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No.SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30.01.2019)
Age limit : 35 Years (Relaxation is admissible in the case of SC/ST/OBC/PD and women candidates as per GOI instructions)
Contact Details : Project Investigator: Dr. Sanjana Negi, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI, India
Email : sanjana.negi@nabi.res.in
Junior Research Fellow (One position)
Project Title : “Molecular Mechanisms of Nutritional Ketosis and Its Mimetics in Modulating Inflammaging and Dementia” (NABI-Core)
Principle Investigator : Dr. Mohit Kumar, Scientist-C, BRIC-NABI
Duration : The appointment will be initially for one year as a JRF. Further up-gradation from JRF to SRF will be based on the submission of a progress report and further assessment.
Project Summary : This study will decipher the molecular mechanisms through which nutritional ketosis and its mimetics mitigate inflammaging and slow the progression of dementia. The project activities are given below:
• Use of rodent models (mice) to explore nutritional and metabolic interventions to promote healthy aging and alleviate age-associated chronic diseases
• To use in-vitro models to examine the effects of metabolites, nutrients, bioactive compounds and drugs in immune-immune and neuro-immune cross-talk and their underlying molecular mechanisms.
• To perform pharmacological or genetic approaches to modulate neuroimmune response in in vitro and in vivo models and perform downstream assays such as behavior, ELISA, phagocytosis assay, western blot and RT-PCR.
• To perform brain-targeted drug/RNAi/AAV delivery using a stereotaxic technique and perform behavioral assays in mouse models.
• Isolation of brain resident microglia and macrophages from the mouse brain by using magnetic activated cell sorting and characterization by using FACS.
• To look into the transcriptome/metabolic profiling of the immune cells, especially macrophages and brain resident microglia, isolated from the rodent models.
Essential Qualification :
1. Postgraduate degree in basic Science OR in Neuroscience, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, or in the professional course selected through a process described through any one of the following:
2. Scholars are selected through National Eligibility Tests, CSIR-UGC NET, including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
3. The selection process through the National level examinations conducted by the Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions, such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, etc.
Desirable Experience : Experience in small animal handling (mice/rats), surgical techniques such as stereotaxic brain injections, cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology techniques and strong basic knowledge of neuroscience and immunology
Area of research : Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Geroscience
Emoluments : Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA as per DST OM No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated 26.06.2023.
Age limit : 28 years as per DST OM No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated 26.06.2023 (Relaxation up to 5 years is admissible in the case of SC/ST/OBC/PD and women candidates as per the GOI instructions)
Contact Details : Project Investigator: Dr Mohit Kumar, Scientist-C, BRIC- NABI, India
Email : mohit.ku@nabi.res.in
Application Procedure & Other Conditions
1. All interested candidates may appear for Walk-In-Interview at National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute located at Knowledge city, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab- 140306, on 27.03.2026 at 09:00 A.M. along with the duly filled application form available on the website www.nabi.res.in.
2. Interested candidates must apply using the prescribed application form attached to the advertisement on the official website. Please note that CVs or expressions of interest sent via email or phone will not be accepted or treated as valid applications.
3. The applications should be submitted strictly as per the prescribed format that can be downloaded from the NABI website.
4. Candidates applying for more than one post can give their preference by writing different designations in the same application form.
5. Candidates should ensure that information mentioned in the application form is accurate. Once the application form is submitted no further request regarding any changes/ information in the application form will be considered.
6. The duly filled application form must be submitted at the time of registration at NABI from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM on 27.03.2026.
7. The candidates must ascertain their eligibility before applying, as ineligible candidates will not be interviewed.
8. All the candidates are requested to appear for a Walk-In interview with an application form, experience certificates, publications, and original degree certificates and transcripts.
9. Original mark sheets, certificates, award/fellowship, etc must be accomplished for verification at the time of the interview and attach one set of attested copies of the documents with the application form.
10. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview
11. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence, political or otherwise, will lead to disqualification of the candidate(s).
12. Candidates should strictly adhere to guidelines issued by World Health Organization and Centre Govt/State Govt on Covid-19. 13. In the event of special circumstances, candidates may request the project investigator (via email) to conduct their interviews online. Such requests must be submitted well in advance, preferably at least one week prior to the scheduled interview date. However, the final decision will be taken by the selection committee to ascertain the special circumstances and allow the candidate (s) for an online interview. The Institute reserves the right to conduct the interview in online/offline mode.
14. The last date to submit the online application is 23.03.2026. No applications will be entertained thereafter.
Note : Permission for online interview may be sought from the PI at least one week prior to the interview date and a valid reason must be given for the same.
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