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Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology - Tel Aviv University, Center of Excellence for Food Security (T2CEFS) Advertisement for Postdoctoral position in T2CEFS funded project

Post : Postdoctoral (One)

Title of Project : Development of peptide vaccines against the Bluetongue virus

Project Investigator : Prof. Manoj Baranwal

Essential Qualification : 1. PhD in Biotechnology or any allied subject in Life Sciences
2. Minimum of 60% marks or 7.0 CGPA during Master’s degree.

Desirable experience : Experience in molecular cloning in bacteria, expression, and purification Knowledge of animal cell culture, basic Immunology and Livestock systems Good oral/written communication skills in English

Duration of the Project : The fellowship will be offered initially for a period of one year

Salary : Rs. 60,000 per month

General Guidelines
1. Interested candidates should submit their detailed curriculum vitae with self-attested photocopies of all mark sheets, certificates and testimonials as a single pdf. Email to manoj.baranwal@thapar.edu indicating research interests with names and contact details of two referees positively.
2. Last date to submit the application along with details is November 10th, 2026
3. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and called for interview through Zoom.
4. Candidates will be short listed for the interview based on merit and experience. Decision of selection committee will be final. The date and time of interview will be informed by email only to eligible candidates.
5. Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview.

Dr. Manoj Baranwal
Principal Investigators
Professor and Head, Department of Biotechnology
Joint Director, Center of Excellence for Food Security
Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology
Patiala 147004