Opportunity for Pharma, Science and Life Sciences candidates at BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences

BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India invites applications from eligible Indian Nationals for the following positions under the project titled “Exploring the marine ecosystems for novel bioresources with human health and industrial significance.”

Project duration : Up to 31.03.2027 or the completion of the project as per GoI orders and based on annual performance appraisal

Position : #1
Project Scientist – III
Number of posts : 01
Upper age limit : 45 years
Remuneration : 78,000/- per month +18% HRA
Essential qualifications : Candidates having i) Doctoral Degree in Science / Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent; ii) Seven years’ experience in Research & Development in Industrial & Academic Institutions or Science & technology Organizations & Scientific activities & services. The fellowship would be applicable as per DST guidelines
Desirable qualifications : Experience in Isolation and multi-OMIC characterization of microbes from marine environment. Culture adaptation and optimization of growth conditions to enhance yield of secondary metabolites. Bioprospecting for identification of marine enzymes of industrial significance. In-vitro characterization and generation of synthetic platforms for large scale production of microbial proteins.

Senior Research Fellow
Position : #2
Number of posts : 01
Upper age limit : 35 years
Remuneration : 42,000/- per month + 18% HRA
Essential qualifications : Candidates having M.Sc. / M. Tech / M. Pharm. / M.V.Sc. or equivalent qualification in Life Sciences or allied subjects with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (relaxation will be given as per GOI guideline) with 2 years of experience in research work are eligible to apply. Preference will be given to national-level entrance test (NET/GATE) qualified candidates. For non- NET/GATE candidates, the fellowship would be applicable as per DST guidelines.
Desirable qualifications : Candidates with more than two years of research experience in applied microbiology/biotechnology/ bioprospecting. Candidates with experience in microbes isolation and characterization, optimization of culture conditions, and enzymes assays

Position : #3
Laboratory Technician
Number of posts : 03
Upper age limit : 50 years
Remuneration : 20,000/- per month + 18% HRA
Essential qualifications : BSc. or 3 years diploma in Science, Engineering, and Technology
Desirable qualifications : Minimum one year work experience in biological/chemical laboratory and field-work Or knowledge in coding, web development/web design, data entry and MS office

Last date for receiving application : 31st May, 2026
Date of display of shortlisted candidates : 3rd June, 2026
Date & Mode of interview : 9th June, 2026 & Hybrid Mode (Physical/Online)

N.B.: The list of shortlisted candidates' names will be published on the ILS website.

All the positions are purely temporary and coterminous with the project. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The decision of the Director regarding the selection of candidates will be final and no further correspondence will be entertained in this regard.

Note: All communication will be through e-mail. No separate call letter will be issued to the candidates.