Recruitment for the post of Project Associate I on externally funded project `Physiology and metabolism of lysosomal dysfunction in a lysosomal storage disorder causing Prosaposin mutation`

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram is one of the premier science education and research institutes established by the Government of India in 2008 to impart high-quality education integrated with outstanding research in modern science. The Institute invites applications for the following positions on contract basis

The Institute invites applications for the following positions on contract basis:

Name of Post Project Associate - I
Title of the project Physiology and metabolism of lysosomal dysfunction in a lysosomal storage disorder causing Prosaposin mutation
Funding agency Ramalingaswami Fellowship grant, Department of Biotechnology
Minimum Educational qualification
( as prescribed by the funding agency)
MSc (or equivalent) in Biological Sciences/ Life Sciences or related field
Desirable Qualifications Candidate should be highly motivated to do research in biological sciences.
Prior research lab experience is desirable but not mandatory.
Number of posts One
Fellowship amount
  1. Rs.31,000/- + HRA (Scholars who are selected through (a) CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE) (b)A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central government departments and their agencies and institutions
  2. 25,000/- + HRA for others who do not fall under (i) above.
Tenure of the post One year (extendable for one year based on the candidate’s performance)
Age The upper age limit is 35 years on the last date of application with age relaxation as per Government rules
Last Date The last date for the application is 20th March 2025
How to apply Send your application to: Dr. Swathi Devireddy (swathidevireddy[at]iisertvm[dot]ac[dot]in), with the subject line “Project Associate position 2025_Your Name". The application should include
  1. A statement of research interest (a minimum of 500 words of one page)
  2. A detailed resume including contact details (phone number, email, and postal address), academic qualifications, research experience, and relevant skills (if any)
  3. Scanned copies of educational/ professional certificates, and must include transcripts of UG, and PG. Please merge all documents into a single PDF file and email to: swathidevireddy[at]iisertvm[dot]ac[dot]in
Applications failing to the meet minimum criteria will not be considered. Incomplete applications will be disqualified

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