Recrutiment For The Post Of Project Scientist I On An Externally Funded Project "defining Fundamental Principles Of Vesicle Fusion Using Infectious And Genetic Disease Models"

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Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram is a premier autonomous Institution established by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, for the promotion of high-quality science education and research in the country.
The Institute invites applications for the following positions on a contract basis:

Name of Post	Project Scientist I
Title of the project	Defining fundamental principles of vesicle fusion using infectious and genetic disease models
Funding Agency	DBT/Wellcome Trust India Alliance
Minimum educational qualification (as prescribed by the funding agency)	Doctoral degree in Science or Master's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable Qualifications	Candidates with PhD degree and technical proficiency in one of the relevant areas (biochemistry, microscopy, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology) and research experience are preferred. Training in cell culture workflow, handling of pathogens, infection studies, and BSL2/BSL3 practices are highly desirable.
Number of posts	1
Fellowship amount	Rs. 56,000 + HRA, as applicable.
Tenure of the post	1 year. Position maybe renewable after a year subject to candidate’s performance.
Age	Max. 35 years
Last date	June 19, 2026. An online interview will be tentatively scheduled in June/July. Candidates selected for interview will be notified by email.
How to apply	Please complete the google form in the link below: https://forms.gle/CETB3gNkGmWq5puA7 There are separate fields for attachment of CV and statement of purpose. The applicant’s CV should have complete details on their education, academic performance in undergraduate and graduate degrees, past research work, publications, references, achievements, awards and should be restricted to 2 pages. Please include contact details (phone number, email and postal address). The one-page statement of purpose should explain their rationale and motivation for applying for this position. Incomplete applications or applications failing to the meet minimum criteria will not be considered. Scanned copies of educational/professional qualifications will have to be provided, if selected for interview.