Applications for Post-Doctoral Fellow position at BRIC-CDFD
BRIC-CDFD (Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council - Centre for DNA
Fingerprinting and Diagnostics) is a premier, autonomous Indian research institute in
Hyderabad, under the Department of Biotechnology, focusing on cutting-edge life sciences
research, DNA-based diagnostics, and forensics (like DNA profiling for legal cases).
BRIC-CDFD invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow to work on an advanced forensic
genomics project.
Project: Development and validation of a DNA-based panel for human identification in Indian
populations
The project focused on the development and validation of a high-resolution DNA identification
panel tailored to India’s diverse populations. The project involves large-scale genomic data
mining, selection of high-informativeness genetic markers, development of laboratory and
computational workflows, and validation using next-generation sequencing.
Position : Post-doctoral Researcher
Age Limit: 40 years
Tenure: 2 years
Emoluments: ₹ 70000/- per month consolidated
Essential Qualifications$#:
PhD with a post-doctoral experience of 0-2 years. Applicants should have a PhD in Human
Genetics, Genomics, Forensic Science, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related
discipline in Life Sciences.
Desirable Qualifications:
Candidates experienced in NGS data analysis, population genetics, or forensic
genotyping will be preferred.
Experience in computational / bioinformatics tools used for NGS analysis, particularly
genomic data mining, selection of high-informative genetic markers, and development
of laboratory and computational workflows
Proficiency with using Linux and BASH or other similar shell, comfortable in
developing code in Python and/or R for data analysis and visualization.
Candidates should demonstrate research aptitude, proficiency in computational tools,
and the ability to work independently within a collaborative research environment.
Interested candidates who fulfil the above conditions, should apply in the prescribed
application form (Click here for Online application)
Please upload soft copies of certificates in support of date of birth, and educational
qualifications.
Please contact cdfdpdfprogram@gmail.com for any queries. The last date for
submitting online applications is 26.02.2026.
$Mere fulfilling the minimum qualifications will not entitle the candidate for be called for an interview. The
applications will be screened by a committee based on research experience and requirement of the project. Only
those candidates who are found suitable will be shortlisted to be interviewed through Video Conference.
The
decision of the Director, CDFD, will be final in this respect, and no correspondence will be entertained in this
regard.
CDFD PhD scholars are not eligible to apply.
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