Pharma, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences Opportunities at IITR

The Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR), established in 1965, a constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) engaged in the Research & Development in the areas of Environmental Toxicology, Predictive Toxicology, Health Risk Assessment, Preventive Toxicology, Inhalation Toxicology, Analytical Toxicology, and also National S&T Missions. IITR has two campuses; the main campus is located at the centre of Lucknow City and the other campus at a distance of approx. 20 km from the main campus.

Eligible and interested candidates may attend the interview for purely temporary engagement as Project Staff under CSIR/externally funded Projects tenable at CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology research, Lucknow. Project wise vacancy positions, date of Interview and qualification details are us under

Post Code : 1
Project Associate-II (02)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc/M.Tech (Biotechnology/Env.Microbiology/Microbiology/Chemistry) with 2 Years of Research Experience.
Job Description : Analysis of water Samples, Report Preparation, Bioremediation
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 28,000/ (Consolidated) Per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-388 “Analyzing the ground water quality and mapping in Hindon Basin”

Post Code : 2
Project Technical Support-III (01)
Essential Qualification : Master’s Degree in (in Pharma/biotechnology/nanotechnology/nanobiotechnology/nanos cience) from a recognized University/Institute.
Desirable Qualification : Research experience in the nanoparticle synthesis, advanced nanomaterial characterization tools, cell culture studies, Stem Cells.
Job Description : The Candidate is supposed to develop the nanomaterial and characterize it. Perform the cell culture work and other molecular biology experiments.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs.28,000/+ (20%) HRA Per month in year I and II. Rs.29,400/+ Per month (20%) HRA in year III.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : GAP-468 “Pro-Resolving Mediator- Embedded Non-Invasive Nanogel for the management of Diabetic Dental Pockets Via Osteogenic Priming of the Periodontol Stem Cells”

Post Code : 3
Project Technical Support - III (01)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Microbiology/Toxicology/ M.Tech (Biotech)/M.Pharma from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Some basic cell culture experience.
Job Description : Collection of bio-specimens, isolation and characterization of EVs and study their role in kidney toxicity.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs.28,000/-+ (20%) HRA for Ist and IInd Year. 3rd year Rs. 35280/-
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : GAP-469 “Defining the role of Zearalenon, mycoestrogen induced Extracellular vesicles and their cues in endomaterial carcinogenesis”

Post Code : 4
Project Technical Support - III (01)
Essential Qualification : Master’s Degree in Biochemistry/Toxicology/Chemistry/M.Tech (Biotech), M.Pharma.
Desirable Qualification : Prior experience in animal and human cell culture, handling of animals and working experience in LC-GC/MS-MS.
Job Description : Collection of bio-specimens, analyzing the EDCs in bio-specimens using LC/MS-MS and GC-MS/MS.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs.28,000/-+ (20%) HRA for Ist and IInd Year. For 3rd year Rs. 35280/-
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC (Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : GAP-463 “Impact of environmental endocrine disruptors, diet and lifestyle on sex hormone levels and consequences thereof in human breast tissues of Indian and German Women.”

Post Code : 5
Project Associate-I SSP-476 (01)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Biotechnology/Biochemistry from a recognised university.
Desirable Qualification : The preference will be given to the candidates having experience in 2D and 3D cell culture, molecular biology, immunocytochemistry and western blot.
Job Description : To conduct the in vitro studies using cells of human and animal origin.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 25,000/+ HRA (20%) Per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-476 “Epidemiologic al Survey of Villagers living in surroundings (5 KM Radius) of the Power Plant at PPGCL Bara- Prayagraj, Uttar-Pradesh

Post Code : 6
Project Associate-II (01)
Essential Qualification : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering & Technology (Electronics & Instrumentation) or Medicine from a recognized university or equivalent AND 2 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology organizations and Scientific activities and services.
Desirable Qualification : Candidate with strong experience in data handling and management, data validation and secure storage, report and manuscript preparation, research documentations and maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance standards.
Job Description : Research data analysis & compilation using standard tools, ethics documentation and report preparation.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 28,000/- + HRA Per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-503 “Untargeted analysis of Serum, Plasma, OPS, CSF, Urine and Gastric Lavage samples"

Post Code : 7
Project Associate-I (01)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology) and Gate Qualified.
Desirable Qualification : Basic Molecular Biology Hands on work.
Job Description : Cell Culture and Molecular Biology work.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 29,500/ (Consolidate d) Per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapped and female candidates and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-536 “Safety Benchmarking of Diverse Incense Formulations: Assessing UV- Induced Phototoxicity and Regulatory Thresholds (TTC/NOAEL)”

Post Code : 8
Project Research Scientist-I (Non- Medical) (01)
Essential Qualification : M.Pharm or MSc/M.Tech degree in Biotechnology/Toxicology/Biochemistry/Biological Sciences/any branch of Life Sciences/Microbiology/Neurosciences from a recognised University.
Desirable Qualification : Prior lab experience of rodent handling, Cell Culture, neural stem cells and neurons culture, Western Blotting, Real-Time PCR, Microscopy, Transfection, Co-IP, Chip assay, HR-MS etc.
Job Description :To carry out the experimental neural stem cell culture and animal studies as proposed in the project.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 56,000/- + 20% HRA per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : GAP-461 “Dissecting molecular insights of early life oral exposure of Xenoestrogen Bisphenol-A on Choroid Plexus and Cerebrospinal Fluid (ChP- CSF) system in the Brain: Implications on Neurogenesis”

Post Code : 9
Project Associate-I (05)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Veterinary Science/Zoology/Toxicology/Biotechnology/ Pharmacology from a recognised University.
Desirable Qualification : Preference will be given to candidates having working experience in GLP/Regulatory studies and in handling Small laboratory animals.
Job Description : To carry out the regulatory safety / toxicity studies as per the regulatory framework.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs.31,000/-+ HRA (Clause No.1: If a candidate is qualified for CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship or GATE or National level examinations conducted by Central Government Department and them Agencies and Institutions) Rs.25,000/-+ HRA For candidate who do not fall under ClauseNo.1) Per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-518 “Toxicity and Physico- Chemico- Micro- Biological Analysis of Green Iron Nanoparticles in Poly herbal Base.”

Post Code : 10
Project Associate-I (02)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Veterinary Science/Zoology/Toxicology/Biotechnology/ Pharmacology from a recognised University.
Desirable Qualification : Preference will be given to candidates having working experience in GLP/Regulatory studies and in handling Small laboratory animals.
Job Description : To carry out the regulatory safety / toxicity studies as per the regulatory framework.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs.31,000/-+ HRA (Clause No.1: If a candidate is qualified for CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship or GATE or National level examinations conducted by Central Government Department and them Agencies and Institutions) Rs.25,000/-+ HRA For candidate who do not fall under ClauseNo.1) Per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-526 “Toxicity studies of Poly Aluminium Chloride sample provided by Payal Polyplast”

Post Code : 11
Project Associate-I SSP-527 (02)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Environmental Science/Chemistry OR B.Tech in Civil/ Environmental/Chemi cal Engineering from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Sampling, Monitoring and analysis of Environmental parameters, laboratory analysis and drafting of technical report.
Job Description : Field Sampling, Monitoring and testing of Environmental parameters, laboratory analysis and drafting of technical report.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 25,000/- + 20% HRA per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapped and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-527 “Testing parameters and collection of their samples from different places of powerhouse Obra TPS Obra”

Post Code : 12
Project Associate-II (02)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Environmental Science/Chemistry WITH 2-Years of experience. OR M.Tech in Civil/ Environmental/Chemical Engineering from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Sampling, Monitoring and analysis of Environmental parameters, laboratory analysis and drafting of technical report.
Job Description : Field Sampling, Monitoring and testing of Environmental parameters, laboratory analysis and drafting of technical report.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 28,000/- + 20% HRA per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapped and female candidate s and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : SSP-532 “Third Party Monitoring of Environmental Parameters at NTPC Rihand for 2 years”.

Post Code : 13
Project Associate-II CLP-33 (01)
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Chemistry. AND 2 years of experience in the area of metal analysis, analytical chemistry, reference material development.
Job Description : Certified reference material development as per ISO17034:2016, preparation and maintenance of documents.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 28,000/- + 20% HRA per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidates and 3 years in case of OBC (Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : CLP-33 “Development of multi- element standard solution in water matrix as per ISO17034:201 6”.

Post Code : 14
Project Associate-I
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Chemistry / Pharm (Pharmaceutical analysis, Pharm. Chemistry/Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology) or M.Tech in Biotechnology.
Job Description : Sample, collection and pesticide residue analysis in food.
Monthly Emoluments (Rs.) : Rs. 25,000/- + 20% HRA per month.
Upper Age Limit : 35 years Relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST, physically handicapp ed and female candidates and 3 years in case of OBC(Non- Creamy Layer) candidates.
Project No. and title of the Project : GAP-168 “Monitoring of pesticide residue at national level”

Eligible candidates will have to report for interview at 9.00 AM. Candidates will not be allowed to attend the interview after 10.00 am. The candidates have to appear for the interview before the selection committee on the above date and time at CSIR-Indian Toxicological Research Institute, Toxicology Bhawan, 31 Mahatma Gandhi Marg Lucknow 226001. Eligible candidates will appear along with the duly filled application form (which can be downloaded from the Institute's website iitr.res.in) along with attested copies of mark sheets/certificates and latest passport size photograph. The candidate will be called for the interview only if he/she is in possession of the original certificates.

General Conditions
1. Suitable Candidates may be empanelled for future requirement if any, under different projects.
2. The date for determining age/qualification and experience shall be the date of interview.
3. The period of experience in a discipline/area of work, wherever prescribed, shall be counted after the date of acquiring the minimum prescribed educational qualifications prescribed for that Post.
4. The above positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the aforementioned projects.
5. The engagement in these projects will not confer any right implicit or explicit on the candidate for consideration for regularization against any CSIR/IITR post(s).
6. The number of positions against the various projects can vary at the time of selection depending on the requirement of the institute.
7. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.
8. No correspondence will be entertained through any medium regarding the advertisement.
9. Candidates must bring their original educational/experience certificates with them. Otherwise, they will not be allowed in the interview.
10. For a position in a project, required experience shall be counted only after the candidate has acquired the minimum prescribed qualification.

Post 1 to 07- Date : 01.04.2026 & Time: 9.00 A.M.
Post 08 to 14- Date : 02.04.2026 & Time: 9.00 A.M.
CSIR- Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow.