The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is inviting applications from Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate I purely on a contract basis. This position is for an Industry-funded project titled “To develop antivirals against Dengue Viruses” under the guidance of Principal Investigator Prof. Guruprasad R. Medigeshi.
Job Overview
IISER Tirupati has announced a walk-in interview for the following position.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate I |
|---|---|
| No. of Post | One (1) |
| Project Code | 30525227 |
| Funding Agency | Industry-funded Project |
Important Dates
- Date of Walk-in Interview: 16th March 2026
- Time: 9.30 AM – 11.30 AM
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Four years Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / BVSc / В.Pharm or Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering/Biotechnology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable Experience: Experience in mammalian cell culture, virus assays, protein expression and purification, molecular biology techniques.
Age Limit
Not more than 30 years on the date of the interview.
Salary Details
- INR 37,000/- + 9% HRA to Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE (OR) A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions.
- INR 30,000/- + 9% HRA for others who do not fall under the above category.
Selection Process
The selection will be made through a Walk-in Interview. Based on the recommendations of the selection committee, the Project Leader may restrict the number of candidates for the interview to a reasonable limit after taking into consideration the qualifications and experience over and above the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates should attend the walk-in interview at the scheduled date and time.
- Applicants must bring their application form in the prescribed format available in this advertisement. No other application form will be accepted.
- Candidates should bring passport-size photographs and photocopies of relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, qualification, experience etc. Original documents will also be needed for verification for the authenticity of information submitted.
- Venue: Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati 517619.
Official Notification & Links
Important Instructions
- The appointment is purely temporary and will terminate automatically without any notice or compensation on the termination of the research project.
- The appointed person shall have no claim of appointment/absorption in the Funding Agency or in IISER Tirupati.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing for the interview.
- Selected candidates will have to join duty immediately on receipt of the offer.
- Candidates selected for this position can also apply for the regular PhD program of IISER Tirupati, provided they satisfy eligibility criteria.
Conclusion
Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to attend the walk-in interview for this Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate I position at IISER Tirupati on the scheduled date.
