Temporary Position Available

Adv. 14/2026 | 22.10.2026

Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Research Scientist II (Non-medical) to work in the ICMR Intramural Centre for Collaborative Research (CCR) on Malaria and Host Factors under Dr. Rajesh Chandramohanadas, Scientist F, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram.

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Essential Qualifications

1. First Class Post Graduate Degree with PhD in the field of Infectious Disease Biology with a background in bio-engineering, bio-physics, or related areas.
2. Second Class Post Graduate Degree, with PhD and three years of experience in the field of Infectious Disease Biology, bio-engineering, bio-physics, or related areas.
3. Experience in one or more of the areas related to mammalian and microbial cell culture, omics, or microscopy.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior experience in handling blood and blood-borne infectious samples.
• Experience with single-cell assay platforms, mechanobiology, cellular phenotyping, or microscopy.
• Proficiency with Python and R, and machine learning tools.
• Good communication, analytical, and management skills.
• Research publications in reputed peer-reviewed journals.
• Prior experience in project management and coordination will be a plus.
• Availability to travel to partnering institutions in the Northeast for field sample collection and research.

Age

Below 35 years as on November 1^st, 2026 . Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms

Emolument

₹ 67000 + 20% 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

1. Applications should be submitted online.
2. Candidates currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
3. Last date for receiving completed applications is 1^st November 2026.
4. If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions, separate application forms should be submitted for each position.
5. 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.