IITH Molecular Cloning JRF Opening

September 16, 2025

Applications are invited for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in a research project funded by ANRF to be carried out at the Department of Biotechnology, IIT Hyderabad. 

1 Name of post Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 

2 Project title Mechanisms of chimeric peptide production and targeting dipeptide repeat toxicity in C9orf72-associated ALS/FTD 

3 Job description To conduct project-related experimental research work, analyse and interpret data assigned by the PI. 

4 Funding agency Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India 

5 Duration of the project 7 months, with a possibility of further extension based on performance and funding availability. 

6 Number of vacancies 1 (one) 

7 Monthly compensation 
a) Rs. 37,000 + HRA as applicable for scholars selected through GATE/ CSIR-UGC NET or any other Nationallevel examination conducted by Central Govt. Departments and their agencies and Institutions. 
b) Rs. 31,000 + HRA as applicable for scholars who do not fall under (a) selection category 

8 Minimum eligibility requirements MTech in any area of Life Sciences/Biotechnology, MSc degree in any allied area of Life Sciences/Biotechnology, BTech/BPharm/BE (4-years degree programme) in any allied area of Life Sciences/Biotechnology, BVSc, MBBS, with minimum 60% marks. 

Note: Degree should have been awarded 

9 Desirable qualifications Experience in molecular cloning, working with model organisms such as yeast and/or Drosophila 

10 Age limit 28 Years [Age limit is relaxed as per norms in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC, women and physically handicapped candidates.] 

Application procedure: Prepare a single PDF file containing the following documents/information: - A Curriculum Vitae detailing your education and experience - Degree mark sheets/transcripts, relevant national exam scorecard - A cover letter (maximum one page) describing your background, experience, and how they are relevant to this project and/or our lab research theme. 

- Contact details of two references Email the application file to Dr. Indranil Malik at indranil@bt.iith.ac.in Please write “Application for JRF IITH-BT_<_applicant’s name_>” in the subject line of your email. 

Deadline: 26.09.2025 

Selection process: 

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit, project requirements, and interview performance. [Note - candidates should upload their CV with details of education, experience, publications, awards, etc.] 
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (via email). 
• Online Interviews will be held within a few days of the application deadline. 
• The selected candidate will be informed by email. 
• The selected candidate is required to join immediately. 
• Candidates with prior experience in the relevant area will be given preference. 
• Request to change the interview date/time will not be entertained. 
• The decision of the selection committee will be final. 
• The appointment of the candidate will be governed by the terms and conditions of the Institute/ funding agency, particularly applicable to the said project, as and when required. 
• The above position is purely temporary, and the offer may be terminated with a 30-day notice before completion of the tenure if performance is not deemed satisfactory. 
• IIT Hyderabad reserves the right to cancel notice/modify the process at any time, at its discretion. 

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