The National Institute of Immunology (NII) is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (Project) for a time-bound sponsored project titled “Targeting methyltransferases in anti- BCMA CAR-T cells to enhance its antitumor efficacy against multiple myeloma” funded by Lady Tata Memorial Trust (LTMT). This position is purely on a contract basis.
Job Overview
NII is looking for one Junior Research Fellow (Project) to join a research project focusing on CAR-T cell generation and epigenetic modifications, tenable till December 2028.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 03rd April, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications: Masters Degree in Biochemistry, Immunology, Biotechnology, Life science or related fields. NET-JRF or equivalent National-Level fellowship examination qualification is desirable. Must have at least two publications in an internationally reputed journal.
- Essential Skills: Proficiency in maintaining T cell cultures and working with lentiviral vectors. Knowledge of flow cytometry and basic skills in data analysis software (e.g., FlowJo) is mandatory. Experience with PCR, DNA extraction, and cloning techniques.
- Desirable: Bioinformatics: Understanding of bioinformatics tools such as AutoDock, AMBER and other tools for data analysis.
Application Fee
- A demand Draft of Rs 100/- drawn on Canara Bank or Indian Bank payable at Delhi/New Delhi in favour of the Director, NII or can make the payment through UPI/Paytm/Phone Pe etc. in the Bank A/c Beneficiary Name: Director, NII/Account No. 1484101001636/IFSC: CNRB0001484/).
- Women & SC/ST/PH Candidates are exempted from payment of fees, (subject to submission of documentary proof), at the time of interview.
Selection Process
Only Short-listed candidates will be called for interview. The interviews will be held in offline/online mode. Candidates must submit attested copies of all their certificates if called for interview.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates may apply directly, STRICTLY IN THE PRESCRIBED FORMAT, through E-mail, to the Investigator of the project, Dr. Rajesh Kumar Yadav, Staff Scientist-IV at [email protected].
- The email should clearly indicate the name of the project along with their complete CV, E-mail-ID, fax numbers, telephone numbers.
- Apart from sending application in the prescribed format, candidates should send complete Curriculum Vitae along with the names of three referees. Curriculum Vitae should contain details of the experimental expertise and list of publications.
Official Notification & Links
Important Instructions
- The selected candidates will draw consolidated emoluments as per Institute Rules: Rs. 37,000/- per month plus 27% HRA (As per DST OM dated 26.06.2023).
- The candidates selected for the above posts will be on contract for one year or till the duration of the project whichever is shorter, at a time.
- No hostel/ housing facility will be provided.
- Applicants may clearly mention the category they belong to i.e. SC/ST/OBC/PH and attach documentary proof of the same.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, if called for.
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
Conclusion
Eligible candidates interested in advanced immunology research at NII are encouraged to apply by sending their applications in the prescribed format via email before the stipulated deadline.
