Research Recruitment for Life Sciences candidates at CCMB

The Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) is a premier research organization in frontier areas of modern biology. The objectives of the Centre are to conduct high quality basic research and training in frontier areas of modern biology, and promote centralized national facilities for new and modern techniques in the inter-disciplinary areas of biology.

Applications are invited from the eligible Indian National for temporary position(s) on contractual basis as indicated hereunder. Candidates who fulfill the criteria should apply online at ccmb.res.in.

Project Research Scientist- II (Non-Medical)
Total Number of positions : 01
Upper Age limit (years) : 40
Monthly Emoluments : Rs. 67,000/- + 30 % HRA
Post Code/ No. of Positions/ Area : 011026B - 1 Position – Virology
Project Code/ Title & Duration : GAP000634 Establishment of Centre for Advanced Research for Rapid Development of Host-based Broad Antivirals
Essential Qualification : Post-graduate degree including the integrated PG degree OR BTech four year degree with THREE years experience OR PhD in Life sciences.
Desirable / Job description : Virology (handling human viruses in BSL-2/3 set up), Advanced microscopy (including confocal microscopy), Cell Biology (handling primary cells and cell lines), Molecular biology techniques (molecular cloning, RTPCR, NGS, Immunobloting, Immunoprecipitation, LC-MS).
Name of the PI : Dr. H H Krishnan
Duration of the project : April 01, 2029

Project Research Scientist-I (Non-medical)
Total Number of Positions : 01
Upper Age Limit (years) : 35
Monthly Emoluments : Rs. 56,000 + HRA (as applicable)
Post Code/No. of Positions/Area : 021026B – 01 Position – Mouse embryology, mouse reproductive biology, stem cell biology
Project Code/Title : GAP000678
Project Title : Optimizing In Vitro Maturation (IVM) of Oocytes Using Granulosa and Cumulus Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles and 3D-Printed Follicular Niches.
Essential Qualification : Post-graduate degree including the integrated PG degrees in Biotechnology or Life Sciences
Desirable/Job Description : Selected candidate is expected to work in a project involving cell biology, embryology and reproductive biology, and perform cell biology and microscopy. Prior experience in cell culture, embryo culture and fluorescence microscopy is essential.
Name of the PI : Dr. P Chandra Shekar
Duration of the Project : 31st March 2029

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Total Number of Positions : 04
Upper Age Limit (years) : 35
Monthly Emoluments : i) 31,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA to Scholars who are selected through (a) National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or (b) a selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions.
ii) 25,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA as applicable/admissible for others who do not fall under (i) above.

Position 1 : Parasitology, Cell Biology, Protein Chemistry
Post Code/No. of Positions/Area : 031026B – 01 Position – Parasitology, Cell Biology, Protein chemistry
Project Code & Title : GAP000648 – Investigation of the role and structural basis for function of Plasmodium falciparum vacuole membrane protein
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Biological Sciences OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable/Job Description : Candidates should have hands-on experience of cell culture, recombinant protein expression and purification, molecular biology techniques, and protein biochemistry. NET/UGC JRF or NET/UGC Lectureship or GATE (>85% percentile) are desirable.
Name of the PI : Dr(s). Puran Singh Sijwali and Saikat Chowdhury
Duration of the Project : 17th October, 2027

Position 2 : Molecular Biology and Neuroscience
Post Code/No. of Positions/Area : 041026B – 01 Position – Molecular biology and Neuroscience
Project Code & Title : GAP000681 – Targeted reversal of Epigenetic constraints for nervous system repair
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in life sciences or natural sciences OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable/Job Description : At least one year of experience in Molecular Biology techniques and animal handling
Name of the PI : Dr Ishwariya Venkatesh
Duration of the Project : 27th April, 2029

Position 3 : Bioinformatics
Post Code/No. of Positions/Area : 051026B – 01 Position – Bioinformatics
Project Code/Title & Duration : HCP002502 – CSIR INTEGRATED SKILL INITIATIVE
Essential Qualification : Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences/Bioinformatics or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable/Job Description : (i) Familiarity with Linux, and command line scripting such as bash, programming knowledge with proficiency in programming languages like R, Python, etc. (ii) Experience with handling NGS data sets of Metagenomics, Genomics, etc.
Name of the PI : Dr. Archana B Siva
Duration of the Project : March 31, 2030

Position 4 : Structural and Molecular Biology
Post Code/No. of Positions/Area : 061026B – 01 Position – Structural and Molecular Biology
Project Code/Title & Duration : FIR070404 – Elucidating the structural and functional role of species-specific DAG regulator in eukaryotes
Essential Qualification : Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent with NET/GATE qualification
Desirable/Job Description : Experience in Protein expression, Biochemistry, Yeast and Bacterial, cell culture handling, molecular Biology will be preferred.
Name of the PI : Dr. R Sankaranarayanan
Duration of the Project : March 31, 2028

Project Technical Support-III (PTS-III)
Total Number of Positions : 01
Upper Age Limit (years) : 35
Monthly Emoluments : Rs. 28000 + 30% HRA
Post Code/No. of Positions/Area : 071026B – 01 Position – Parasitology, Cell Biology, Protein chemistry
Project Code/Title & Duration : GAP000654 – Investigation of the roles and chemotherapeutic potential of the DNA-protein crosslink repair pathway of malaria parasites
Essential Qualification : Bachelor’s degree in life sciences plus 3 years post qualification experience in molecular or cell biology OR Masters degree in life sciences OR Four years bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology
Desirable/Job Description : Candidates should have hands-on experience of cell culture, gene cloning, recombinant protein expression and purification, molecular biology techniques, and protein biochemistry.
Name of the PI : Dr. Puran Singh Sijwali
Duration of the Project : 2nd February, 2028

General terms and conditions
1. How to apply Candidates who fulfill the criterion to fill up the ONLINE APPLICATION format by clicking on the following link……..
2. Number of posts Director, CCMB reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of positions and also cancel the recruitment process for the positions mentioned above at any stage of the recruitment process. The decision of the Director, CSIR-CCMB will be final and binding.
3. Age relaxation Age relaxation as per CSIR/Govt. of India guidelines. Age will be calculated as on the last date of receipt of online applications.
4. Awaiting result/ Pursuing degree Those candidates who are still pursuing/ awaiting result for their degree M.Sc./ B.Tech./ PhD or any other qualification for the above post(s) as on the date of application will not be considered.
5. Eligibility criterion Candidate should note that non-fulfillment of the eligibility criterion will result in cancellation of candidature at any stage
6. Experience 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.
7. Selection procedure The selection will be on the basis of interview.
9. Result / Panel for waitlisted candidate Based upon the performance of candidates in the interview, result of selected candidates against the number of post available in the project for each post code, will be declared and posted on CCMB website. A panel of waitlisted candidates in order of merit will also be formed for each post code, which will be valid for one year. The panel may be operated on the recommendation of Project Investigator for meeting out any future requirement in the project arises due to resignation of incumbent/ non-joining of selected candidates/ further unforeseen/urgent requirement of project manpower for the same position in same project.
10. Engagement The engagement shall be initially for a short duration based on availability of funds which may be extended or curtailed based on the conduct and the performance of the incumbent as well as requirement of the institute. However, the engagement will not be beyond the tenure of the project and shall expire automatically on the expiry of project tenure, in which candidate has been selected. The engagement under projects does not confer any right/claim whatsoever, either explicitly or implicitly on the appointee for regular appointment in CSIR/CCMB, against any post or otherwise under any legal conditions or precedent. The engagement of project staff in different projects either in same Lab/Instt. or different Lab.Instt. of CSIR taken together shall not exceed 5 years in any case.

11. Leave The incumbent would not be entitled to any kind of regular leave. However, they would be allowed for one-day Leave for each completed month.
12. TA/DA No TA/ DA admissible for attending test/interview, joining the position.
13. Office timings/ Working hours The incumbent is required to perform the assigned duties during working hours i.e. from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM on working days. The incumbent will not be allowed to take up any other assignment during the period of engagement. He /She may be required to work on Saturday/Sunday/other Gazetted holidays and beyond working hours also if need be. 14. Tax deduction at source The Income Tax or any other tax liable to be deducted, as per the prevailing rules will be deducted at source before effecting the payment.
15. Confidentiality of data and documents The Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) of the data collected as well as the deliverables produced for the office shall remain with this office. No one shall utilize or publish or disclose or part with, to a third party, any part of the data or statistics or proceedings or information collected for the purpose of this assignment or during the course of assignment for the office, without the express written consent of the office. The incumbent shall be bound to hand over the entire set of records of assignment to the Office before the expiryof the contract, and before the final payment is released by the office.
16. Termination of Service The performance of project personnel would be reviewed periodically so that candidates not found up to the mark, could be terminated. The engagement may be terminated at any time by the office without assigning any reasons by giving a one month notice. In case, the person desires to leave the assignment, he/she may also do so by giving one month notice or payment of one month stipend in lieu of, which can be condoned/ curtailed/ extended depending upon the discretion of the Competent Authority.
17. DISCLAIMER Candidates who are applying for any of the above post shall ensure that they fulfill the essential qualifications. If they apply without fulfilling the essential qualifications then it will be considered that they are giving wrong/misleading information. The ONUS OF THIS ACTION WILL BE ON THE CANDIDATE and not on the Institute. In case they are found not fulfilling the essential criteria or that they have provided misleading information, then their candidature for the post may be rejected at any stage of selection or after selection.
18. Disqualification Canvassing in any form and / or bringing any influence political or otherwise will be treated as a disqualification for the post.

Last date to submit application through online : 10th November 2026