ADVT/ Rect.P/Scientist-C/01/2026
RECRUITMENT OF SCIENTISTS
MACS-Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) an autonomous Institute of the Department of Science and
Technology (DST), Government of India, is committed to promoting science and technology with
emphasis on high standards of research and development activities for the benefit of humankind and
the nation. The current research activities encompass biological sciences and focus on six thematic
areas Biodiversity & Palaeobiology, Bioenergy, Bioprospecting, Developmental Biology, Genetics &
Plant Breeding and Nanobioscience.
MACS-ARI invites applications from eligible Indian Citizens, Scientists/Employees of Central/State
Governments/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings or other
Government-funded organizations for filling up the following posts on a direct recruitment basis as per
the details given below:-
i) NAME OF POST : Scientist- ‘C’ Genetics & Plant Breeding Group
ii) SCALE OF PAY : Level-11 in the pay matrix Rs.67700-208700 plus
allowances as admissible
iii) TOTAL NO. OF VACANCIES : One (01) UR
iv) NATURE OF POST : Permanent
v) PLACE OF WORK : Genetics & Plant Breeding Group of ARI, Pune
EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Post Code: Genetics & Plant Breeding/Scientist-C/2026
Essential/Desirable Qualifications for Corresponding Discipline
Essential:
i) First Class M.Sc in Agriculture with specialisation in Genetics and Plant Breeding or allied
disciplines from a recognised university or Institute or equivalent qualifications.
ii) Four years of research and development experience in the required areas as evidenced by
publications in journals of repute after obtaining an academic degree.
Desirable:
i) Doctoral degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding/ Plant Breeding/ Crop Improvement or allied
disciplines from a recognised University or Institute.
ii) Proven Experience in crop breeding and genomics-assisted research.
iii) Hands-on experience with field experimentation, phenotyping, and data analysis.
iv) Demonstrated record of high-impact scientific publications and participation in the
acquisition and execution of research projects.
v) Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary research programs.
vi) Experience in a research laboratory after obtaining M.SC in the relevant field.
Job Description:
The incumbent Scientist -C is expected to:
(i) Undertake breeding programme in wheat, soybean and grape for high yield, improved
quality and tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses.
(ii) Implement genomic-assisted breeding approaches, including GWAS, QTL mapping, SNPbased analyses and genomic selection (GS).
(iii) Develop, manage and evaluate bi-parental, multi-parent (MAGIC/NAAM) and RIL breeding
populations.
(iv) Conduct biofortification research and trait discovery for nutritional and quality-related traits.
(v) Plan, conduct and analyse multi-location and multi-season field trials.
(vi) Carry out germplasm characterisation, evaluation and core collection development.
(vii) Apply marker-assisted selection (MAS) and integrate molecular tools into breeding
pipelines.
(viii) Perform plant phenotyping using morphological, physiological and biochemical methods.
(ix) Conduct quality analyses, including oil, protein, minerals, fatty acid compositions and
volatile profiling.
(x) Contribute to seed production programmes and varietal release pipelines as per institutional
and national guidelines.
(xi) Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals with a high impact factor.
(xii) Prepare and submit research project proposals and secure extramural funding from national
and international agencies.
(xiii) Assist in mentoring research scholars and contribute to departmental and institutional
academic and other activities.
Age limit:
The upper age limit for direct recruitment shall not exceed 40 years.
Online application link: http://arijob.ourlib.in
i) NAME OF POST : Scientist- ‘C’ in Developmental Biology
ii) SCALE OF PAY : Level-11 in the pay matrix Rs.67700-208700 plus
allowances as admissible
iii) TOTAL NO. OF VACANCIES : One (01) UR
iv) NATURE OF POST : Permanent
v) PLACE OF WORK : Developmental Biology Group of ARI, Pune
EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Post Code: Developmental Biology /Scientist- C/2026
Essential/Desirable Qualifications for Corresponding Discipline
Essential:
i) First Class M.Sc in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related fields or equivalent
qualifications.
ii) Four years of research and development experience in the required areas, evidenced by
publications in reputed journals after obtaining an academic degree.
Desirable:
i) Ph.D in areas of life science including Molecular biology, cell biology, and developmental
biology or related areas. At least 3-5 years of post-doctoral experience in the areas of cell
and developmental biology with experience in cell culture and model organism research to
bridge ongoing research leading to focused growth; should have good publication record in
reputed journals.
ii) Experience of working in a research laboratory after obtaining M.Sc.
Job Description:
The incumbent is expected to initiate and develop independent projects in new and emerging
frontiers of cell and developmental biology, organelle biology and diseases; secure extramural
funding, enthuse, motivate and supervise research scholars, participate in teaching and training
programs, contribute towards development and maintenance of Institutional infrastructure, facilitate
and carry out various academic outreach and contribute to Institutional work as entrusted from time
to time.
The incumbent would be responsible for advancing research in cell and developmental biology,
initiating new transnational areas of research, contributing to teaching and training of students and
contributing to Institutional work as entrusted from time to time.
Age limit:
The upper age limit for direct recruitment shall not exceed 40 years.
Online application link: http://arijob.ourlib.in
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