NISER Bhubaneswar JRF Recruitment 2025 on Vacancy in Biological Sciences

The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, under the School of Biological Sciences (SBS), has released an official notification for the recruitment of a Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This opportunity is open to Indian citizens with a background in Life Sciences, particularly those interested in research related to host-pathogen interactions and membrane vesicle biology. The position is under a Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)-funded project, making it an excellent chance for aspiring researchers to work in a premier institute under an interdisciplinary research setup.

NISER Bhubaneswar JRF Recruitment 2025 on Vacancy Details

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Organization	National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar
Department / School	School of Biological Sciences (SBS)
Advertisement Number	NISER/SBS/ADVT/JRF/2025-26/08
Date of Advertisement	01 May 2025
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Project Code	RIN4002-SBS
Funding Agency	Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India
Research Area	Role of mycobacterial membrane vesicles in host membrane modulation
Essential Qualification	M.Sc. in Life Sciences with minimum 55% or equivalent GPA
National Eligibility	Must have qualified CSIR-UGC-NET / GATE / DBT-BET (valid for current year)
Desirable Skills	– Hands-on bench work experience – Confocal microscopy – Fluorescence spectroscopy – Experience with host-pathogen interactions
Fellowship Amount	₹37,000/- per month + HRA (if no campus accommodation)
Project Duration	Coterminous with the project (as per DAE norms)
Contingency Grant	As per DAE project rules
Mode of Application	Email
Application Email	To: saleem@niser.ac.in CC: cpsbs@niser.ac.in
Application Deadline	23 May 2025
Interview Mode	In-person / Video conferencing
Contact Person	Dr. Mohammed Saleem (Principal Investigator)
No. of Posts	Not specified – position to be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found

Laboratory Focus

The selected JRF will work on interdisciplinary approaches involving Microbiology, Biophysics, and Cell Biology to study the mechanism of membrane deformation caused by interaction/assembly of various proteins and pathogenic carriers, especially membrane vesicles of mycobacteria.

Application Process

Applicants must email the following documents:

1. Cover Letter (mentioning research interest and reason for joining)
2. Detailed CV (including academic record, list of publications, experience)
3. Names of Two Academic Referees (no letters needed at this stage)
4. Filled Application Form (attached in the official advertisement)
5. Scanned Copies of Educational Certificates

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Who can apply for this JRF position?

Candidates with an M.Sc. in Life Sciences (minimum 55% or equivalent GPA) and who have qualified CSIR-UGC-NET, GATE, or DBT-BET are eligible.

Q2: What kind of research will be carried out under this position?

The research involves studying the biophysical and biochemical interactions between mycobacterial membrane vesicles and host cell membranes, focusing on membrane modulation.

Q3: Is prior laboratory experience required?

Yes, candidates with hands-on experimental research experience, especially in confocal microscopy and fluorescence spectroscopy, are preferred.

Q4: How much is the fellowship and is accommodation provided?

The fellowship is ₹37,000/- per month, and HRA will be provided if on-campus accommodation is not available.

Q5: What is the last date to apply?

The last date to send applications is 23rd May 2025. However, the position will be filled immediately upon finding a suitable candidate, so early applications are encouraged.