Advertisement for Life Sciences candidates to work in Developmental Chromatin Dynamics laboratory at InStem

The Institute for Stem Cell Science & Regenerative Medicine, Bangalore is an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. BRIC-inStem’s mandate is to establish collaborative research programs in the field of stem cell biology, regeneration, and repair in development and disease, with an emphasis on translation. To develop strengths in focused areas, research at BRIC-inStem is driven through collaborative interdisciplinary teams, addressing questions that are beyond the scope of a single laboratory.

iBRIC-inStem invites applications (online) from eligible candidates for contractual position of following Scientific position in the Developmental Chromatin Dynamics laboratory of Dr. Srinivas Animireddy. We are looking for dedicated professionals who are result-oriented, can assimilate, analyze and communicate data effectively and are excellent team players capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.

Project Associate - I (01 post)
Salary : Rs. 37,000/m+ HRA (NET Qualified) Rs. 30,000/m+ HRA (Non-NET Qualified)
Age Limit : 35 years
Qualification & Experience : Completed MSc/ equivalent in any branch of Life Sciences with CRISPR/ Cas9 based genome engineering, cell and molecular biology experience.
Optional Qualification : Previous experience with stem cell culture will be a plus. Preferences will be given to candidates who cleared any national level test (CSIR/ UGC, ICMR, DBT /GATE XL/GATE-Biotechnology).
Job Description : • Research requiring cell biology techniques including culturing stem cell and routine cell lines, maintenance of stocks and transfection.
• Plan experiments, order reagents, and adhere to protocols.
• CRISPR/ Cas9 based genome engineering and routine molecular biology work such as cloning, nucleic acid isolation.
• Protein complexes purification, IP/MS, Western blotting
• Regular data analyses, project updates literature surveys and presentations on the target
• Participate in project team meetings and contribute to the projects intellectually

Project Associate-II (01 post)
Salary : Rs. 42,000/m+ HRA (NET Qualified) Rs. 33,000/m+ HRA (Non-NET Qualified)
Age Limit : 35 years
Qualification & Experience : Completed MSc/ equivalent in any branch of Life Sciences with CRISPR/ Cas9 based genome engineering, cell and molecular biology experience. With 2 years of experience. Preferences will be given to candidates who cleared any national level test (CSIR/ UGC, ICMR, DBT /GATE XL/GATE-Biotechnology).
Job Description : • Research requiring cell biology techniques including culturing stem cell and routine cell lines, maintenance of stocks and transfection.
• Plan experiments, order reagents, and adhere to protocols.
• CRISPR/ Cas9 based genome engineering and routine molecular biology work such as cloning, nucleic acid isolation.
• Protein complexes purification, IP/MS, Western blotting
• Regular data analyses, project updates literature surveys and presentations on the target
• Participate in project team meetings and contribute to the projects intellectually

Tenure : Contractual appointment for 11 Eleven months, renewable based on requirement and review of progress and requirement of the Grant.
Mode of Applications : Only online applications will be accepted. Applications received through any other mode shall stand rejected automatically.

General Conditions
1. Incomplete applications shall be summarily rejected and no correspondence in this regard shall be entertained.
2. Candidates must ensure that he/she fulfils the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement.
3. All eligibility conditions will be determined with reference to the crucial date of eligibility i.e., the closing date of receipt of applications.
4. Candidates are advised to keep a printout of the application form.
5. The engagement shall be purely on a contract basis period of engagement shall be purely dependent on the requirement of the Institute.
6. This is purely a temporary appointment, and selection does not entitle a candidate to any claim whatsoever of permanency or regularization against any regular post or any vacancy arising in the future in this or any other cadre/post on the basis of this service.
7. The Institute can fix the consolidated salary lower/ higher in the given range
8. No claim for any service benefits like PF, Pension, Gratuity, Medical Allowance, Seniority and promotion, etc. is applicable to this post.
9. The incumbent will be required to conform to the rules and regulations of iBRIC-inStem in force from time to time and follow the discipline rules of the institute failing which the contract may be withdrawn at any point in time.
10. Women candidates fulfilling the eligibility conditions are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should submit the following information as a single PDF file :
1. 2-page Curriculum vitae with current address, phone (mobile) number and e-mail address.
2. 1-page Motivation letter explaining past research experiences, career goals, and motivation to join our laboratory and research programs. Please include the advertisement number in the letter and upload the same as one document with a CV.
3. Contact information of at least two referees (will be contacted only if needed)

Last date for receipt of applications : 19.10.2025