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DBT-sponsored project
Applications are invited from interested and motivated candidates for the position of Project
Assistant in a DBT-funded research project for a temporary period, on a purely contractual
basis, as outlined below.
Positions Project Assistant
Funding Agency Department of Biotechnology, Government of India (Sanction no.
DBT-BT/PR51625/NER/95/2043)
Project title
Assessment of anti-oral biofilm activity of exopolysaccharides
and short-chain fatty acids from probiotic strains of fermented
soybean food Tungrymbai of Meghalaya
Department and
Institution Department of Microbiology, Assam University, Silchar- 788011
Project details
Experienced Project Fellow to work on a research project focused
on evaluating the anti-oral biofilm activity of exopolysaccharides
and short-chain fatty acids derived from probiotic strains of
fermented soybean food. The project aims to explore the potential
applications of these compounds in oral health.
Research
experience in microbiology, biochemistry, or a related field, with a
focus on probiotics, biofilms, or oral health, is desirable
Essential
qualification
The minimum qualifications are
M.Sc. Completed /Pursuing Ph.D./ Completed Ph.D. in
Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences or equivalent degree
in Biological Sciences with minimum 55% marks
Age limit
30 years; the age limit is relaxable up to 5 years in the case of
candidates belonging to the scheduled castes/tribes/OBC, women,
and physically handicapped candidates
Fellowship and
Duration
The amount of fellowship will be as per the DBT norm for a
period of 3 years (36 months)
Date of Interview: A walk-in interview will be held in the Department of Microbiology,
Assam University, Silchar- 788011 on 29th July, 2025.
How to apply: Please submit a Cover Letter, an attached Application Form, a CV, Supporting
Documents, and Research Publications (if any) combined into a single PDF file must be send
it to the PI by email to drsharma7652@gmail.com on or before 27th July, 2025.
ASSAM UNIVERSITY, SILCHAR
(A CENTRAL UNIVERSITY)
Silchar- 788011, Assam, India
Interested and eligible candidates may report to the department at 12:00 P.M on 29
th July,
2025 with an application addressed to the PI of the project, one complete copy of bio-data, two
recent passport size photographs, and self-attested copies of the following: marksheets and
certificates from 10" standard onwards, proof of date-of-birth, identity proof
(Adhar/PAN/PIC/Driving License etc), and SC/ST/OBC/Disability Certificate (if applicable),
for submission. Candidates must also bring all original marksheets, certificates and
documents mentioned above for verification by the PI.
Terms and Conditions:
1. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
2. The appointment will be purely on temporary basis and co-terminus with the project.
3. Qualification should be in relevant discipline/field of biological sciences.
4. Merely fulfilling the minimum criteria does not confer the right for appointment.
5. The candidate is responsible for authenticity of all documents, certificates and photographs
submitted. If any of the information provided is found to be false at any time before, during or
after the process of selection or even after appointment, the candidature/appointment is liable
to be cancelled/ terminated with immediate effect.
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