Advertisement No. NIBMG/ADMIN/ESTB/2025-26/46 Date: 22-05-2025
Positions available: Online Walk-In Interview
National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) Kalyani is an Institute of Government of India,
Ministry ofScience & Technology, Department of Biotechnology. The Institute has created the necessary
physical infrastructure and critical platform technologies to support research, translation and training
in biomedical genomics.
Applications are invited for the position of Project Linked Persons for extramural projects to be
executed by the National institute of Biomedical Genomics, Kalyani. Selected applicant will be
appointed up to 30th September 2025.
The tenure of appointment may be extended depending on
performance and availability of funds.
Project Name: Title: Diabetic Retinopathy Microbiome Study-India (DRMS-India)
Principal Investigator’s name: Dr. Souvik Mukherjee
Research Description: Diabetes affects 10% ofIndian adults, with diabetic retinopathy (DR)impacting
up to 20%, causing irreversible vision loss in 4%. Current DR treatments often have low success rates
and lengthy procedures. Recent research in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh highlighted links between
gut bacteria and DR in those with diabetes. The DRMS aims to deepen this connection by analyzing stool
samples from people with diabetes, diabetes-related retinopathy, and those without health issues.
Participants will provide stool and blood samples at no cost. Stool DNA analysis will identify bacteria,
while blood tests will assess diabetes levels and related conditions routinely checked in diabetics. This
study seeks to shed more light on the role of gut bacteria in DR progression for better understanding
and potential treatment advancements.
In this project the Project Associate applicant will be responsible for handling the biological sample
like stool and blood, Microbiome DNA isolation, PCR and DNA sequencing.
Place of Work: National Institute of Biomedical Genomics, P.O.: N.S.S., Kalyani 741251, WestBengal.
Project
Associate
1
(Data
Analyst)
Essential Education Qualification 1. Post
Graduate
Degree in
Natural
Sciences or
bachelor’s
degree in
engineering
or
technology
or medicine
from a
recognized
University
or
equivalent
Desirable Qualification
1. Hands on
experience in
DNA sequence
data analysis
from FASTQ files,
particularly
on Human
genomic or
Metagenomic
samples using
standard data
analysis pipeline.
2. Proficiency in
Shotgun
Metagenomics
and 16SrRNA
GeneSequence
dataanalysis.
3. Good knowledge
in Perl/Python,
Linux, and R
programming
4. Proficiency in
English and good
communication
skills inEnglish
and good
communication
skills
Nature of work & Responsibilities
1. Analysis of DNA, RNA
sequence files from
massively – parallel
sequencing platforms,
andpreparing
summariesand
reports of data
analysis.
2. Performing day to day
statistical analysis on
the analyzed data and
assisting the Project PI
for data interpretation
and coordination with
other participating
centers
3. Development of newer
analysis pipelines
focusing on human
genomic and
metagenomic data
analysis
Management of
the documents
and procurement
of the items
pertaining to the
project
I.
Consolidated and fixed monthly emolument (₹) 31,000 + 27% HRA
= 39,370
(i) To scholars who
are selected
through
(a) National Eligible
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.
2. 25.000/- +27%
HRA for others
who do not fall
under(i)
above.
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