IIT Kharagpur Research Associate Recruitment 2026 | DBT Funded Bioscience Project
Organization
IIT Kharagpur
Duration
22 months or till the termination of the project, whichever is earlier.
Fellowship Amount
Up to ₹67,000 per month
Age Limit
40 years
Overview
About the Organization
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur is one of India's premier Institutes of National Importance, recognized globally for excellence in engineering, science, technology, and interdisciplinary research. Through its Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) division, IIT Kharagpur undertakes cutting-edge research projects funded by national and international agencies. This recruitment is under a Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India sponsored project in the Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur |
| Department | Bioscience and Biotechnology |
| Position | Research Associate (RA) |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Project Title | Investigating the emergence of multi-drug resistance from a large-scale laboratory fitness analysis of multi-mutant variants of beta-lactamase resistance genes (ILV) |
| Sponsor | Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India |
| Employment Type | Temporary Research Position |
| Application Mode | Online |
Post Details
Applications are invited for one Research Associate (RA) position under a DBT-funded research project focusing on understanding the emergence of multi-drug resistance through large-scale laboratory fitness analysis of beta-lactamase resistance genes. The selected candidate will conduct advanced research in microbiology, molecular biology, and antimicrobial resistance using modern experimental techniques.
Who Can Apply
Applications are invited from candidates who have:
- Ph.D. or equivalent degree with relevant post-doctoral research experience.
- OR M.E./M.Tech. with required research, teaching, and development experience.
- Strong background in microbiology, molecular biology, or related disciplines.
Why Apply
- Work on a prestigious DBT-sponsored research project.
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge antimicrobial resistance research.
- Competitive consolidated salary.
- Research at one of India's leading institutes.
- Gain experience in advanced microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should possess:
- Ph.D. or equivalent degree with at least 2 years of post-Ph.D. research experience and at least one first-author SCI-indexed research publication.
OR
- M.E./M.Tech. with 5 years of research, teaching, and design & development experience and at least one first-author SCI-indexed research publication.
Desirable:
- Hands-on experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
Salary Details
- Consolidated Salary: Up to ₹67,000 per month, depending on qualifications and experience.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic qualifications and research experience.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Final selection by IIT Kharagpur.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 06 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 24 July 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the IIT Kharagpur SRIC Temporary Jobs Portal before the closing date and upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
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Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: Up to ₹67,000 per month
Eligibility Criteria
OR
M.E./M.Tech. with 5 years of research, teaching, and design & development experience and minimum one first-author SCI journal publication.
Desirable: Hands-on experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
Important Dates
| 0 | Advertisement Date: 06 July 2026 |
| 1 | Last Date to Apply: 24 July 2026 |
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