Temporary Position Available
Adv. 03/2026 | 29.05.2026
Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Associate-I in the DBT funded project entitled,"Defining the role of WRKY transcription factors in regulating Phytophthora capcisi infection in black pepper", in the laboratory of Dr. Moumita Srivastava, Scientist -C at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram.
Essential Qualifications
- First Class Post-Graduate MSc Degree in Life Sciences (Microbiology/ Biotechnology/Biochemistry etc).
Desirable Qualifications
- Hands on experience in plant tissue culture. Proficiency in Western blotting, PCR and microbial culture.
Age
28 years as on 12th June 2026. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms.
Emolument
₹ 25,000/- + 18% HRA per month
Duration
Initially for a period of one year or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and extendable based on the performance evaluation.
Selection Process
- Applications should be submitted online.
- Candidates currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
- Last date for receiving completed applications is 12th June 2026.
- If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions, separate application forms should be submitted for each position.
- Selection to the position will not entitle the candidate to
any future positions at RGCB (permanent or otherwise). As with
all project positions at RGCB, the position will be co terminus
with end of the project.
Applications which are not in the prescribed format will summarily be rejected.
Only those fulfilling the above criteria need apply. Applicants will be short listed for the online selection interview based on eligibility criteria. Selection of suitable candidates will be made based on qualifications and performance in the selection interview.
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Director