| IISER Berhampur Recruitment 2025 :- The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Berhampur, an Institute of National Importance established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced a research opportunity. This IISER Berhampur Recruitment 2025 (Advertisement No. 37WS(0107)/2023-24/EMR-II/ASPIRE/069/JRF) invites applications from motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The position is part of a time-bound, CSIR-funded research project focused on a significant area of medical biology. This is a prime opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to groundbreaking work on tuberculosis. The last date to apply is August 31, 2025. |
IISER Berhampur Recruitment Details
| Position Name | Number of Posts | Project Title | Essential Qualification | Age Limit & Relaxation | Fellowship Amount | Project Tenure & Job Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 (One) | “Probing the significance of membrane contact sites in the persistence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.” | B.S. (4-year)/B.Pharm/MBBS/Integrated BS-MS/M.Sc/B.E/B.Tech or equivalent degree with 55% marks. Mandatory: Passing of CSIR-NET or GATE test. (As per CSIR guidelines). | Maximum 28 years as on the last date of application. Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC, Women, and PwBD candidates. | ₹37,000/- per month + HRA (as applicable). The fellowship is as per CSIR norms. | Tenure: 3 Years (purely contractual and co-terminus with the project). Job Profile: Macrophage infection experiments, Cell biology, Immunofluorescence, Western blotting, RT-PCR, and Cloning. |
Department: Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Berhampur, Odisha.
IISER Berhampur Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process will be based on a thorough evaluation of the applications:
- Application Scrutiny: The received applications will be screened by the department based on academic qualifications, relevant experience, and the candidate’s profile.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview may be conducted in-person at IISER Berhampur or via online mode (such as video conferencing), as decided by the institute.
- Final Selection: The final selection will be based on the candidate’s academic record, research aptitude, and performance in the interview.
How to Apply ?
- Application Mode: Applications must be submitted via Email only.
- Application Form: Candidates must use the prescribed biodata format attached to the official advertisement.
- Document Preparation: Combine the following into a single PDF file (size less than 10 MB):
- Duly filled biodata form.
- All supporting documents (qualifying degree certificates, mark sheets, NET/GATE scorecard, category certificate if applicable, etc.).
- A brief note on research expertise.
- Submission Email: The PDF file must be sent to Dr. Bhavana Tiwari (PI) at btiwari@iiserbpr.ac.in.
- Email Subject: The subject line must be: “Application for the Position of Junior Research Fellow against advt. no. 37WS(0107)/2023-24/EMR-II/ASPIRE/069/JRF dated August 13, 2025”.
- Deadline: The last date and time for receipt of applications is August 31, 2025, by 5:30 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for IISER Berhampur Recruitment 2025?
A: The last date to submit your application for the IISER Berhampur Recruitment 2025 for the JRF post is August 31, 2025, by 5:30 PM IST.
Q2: Is the CSIR-NET/GATE qualification mandatory for this JRF position?
A: Yes. As per the CSIR funding guidelines, passing the CSIR-NET or GATE test is an essential eligibility criterion for this JRF position.
Q3: What is the monthly fellowship offered for the JRF?
A: The selected JRF will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000/- along with House Rent Allowance (HRA) as applicable, following CSIR norms.
Q4: Is this a permanent position at IISER Berhampur?
A: No. This is a purely contractual and temporary position for a period of three years. The appointment is co-terminus with the duration of the CSIR-sponsored research project.
Q5: How will I know if I am shortlisted for the interview?
A: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the department via email for the next steps of the selection process. It is advised to provide a valid and active email ID in the application.