Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram invites applications from Indian citizens for the position of Project Associate – I in the ANRF-funded research project titled “Unraveling the Mechanism of Blue Light-Mediated Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Responses in Plants” under the mentorship of Dr. Moumita Srivastava (Scientist – C). This is a temporary position (Adv. #07/2025). Applications must be submitted online, via the official RGCB portal.
Eligibility & Age Limit
- Education:
First-Class M.Sc. in Life Sciences (e.g., Microbiology, Biotechnology,
Biochemistry).
- Age:
Below 28 years as of 26 August 2025. Age relaxation will be
provided as per Government of India norms.
Desirable Skills
- Hands-on
experience in plant tissue culture.
- Proficiency
in Western blot, PCR, and microbial culture techniques.
Emoluments
- NET-qualified
candidates: ₹37,000 per month + 16% HRA.
- Others:
₹30,000 per month + 16% HRA.
- Note:
Hostel accommodation will not be provided.
Duration & Selection Process
- Tenure:
Initially for one year; extendable based on performance until end of
project.
- Selection:
1.
Submit your application online via
RGCB’s website.
2.
Government-employed applicants must apply
through proper channel.
3.
Last Date:
26 August 2025.
4.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for
an online selection interview.
5.
No TA/DA
will be provided for attending the interview.
- Important:
Applications not in prescribed format or lacking proof of experience will
be rejected. Separate applications are required for each position if
applying to multiple openings.
Quick Snapshot
|
Detail |
Information |
|
Position |
Project
Associate – I |
|
Project
Title |
Blue
Light-Mediated ER Stress Responses in Plants |
|
PI |
Dr.
Moumita Srivastava (Scientist – C) |
|
Institution |
RGCB,
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
|
Qualification |
First-Class
M.Sc. in Life Sciences |
|
Desirable
Skills |
Plant
tissue culture, Western blot, PCR, microbial culture |
|
Age
Limit |
Below
28 years (as of 26 Aug 2025) |
|
Stipend
(NET-qualified) |
₹37,000
+ 16% HRA |
|
Stipend
(Others) |
₹30,000
+ 16% HRA |
|
Hostel |
Not
provided |
|
Duration |
1
year (extendable based on performance) |
|
Apply
Online |
Via
RGCB Careers page (see link below) |
|
Application
Deadline |
26
August 2025 |
|
TA/DA |
Not
provided |
How to Apply Online
Visit the Careers section on the RGCB website
(Adv. #07/2025) and click “Apply Online” to submit your application
through the official portal.
Why You Should Apply
- Work
with a prestigious government research institute at the forefront of plant
molecular biology and stress physiology.
- Gain
hands-on experience in advanced lab techniques and plant research.
- A
performance-based path to extend your involvement with meaningful
scientific work.
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