Job Opportunity: Project Assistant at IISER Bhopal (ANRF Funded Project)

Job Opportunity: Project Assistant at IISER Bhopal (ANRF Funded Project)

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for a temporary Project Assistant position at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal). This research project is funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and explores critical mechanisms in reproductive biology.

Below are the complete details regarding the project scope, eligibility criteria, and application process.

Job Overview

• Date of Advertisement: 18-05-2026

• Position: Project Assistant

• Funding Agency: ANRF (Anusandhan National Research Foundation)

• Project Title: Structural And Functional Analysis Of Thermosensitive Ion Channels And Microtubules In Human Sperm Function: Implications For Fertility, Infertility And Contransception (FRICTION)

Salary & Tenure

• Monthly Remuneration: * Base Salary: INR 27,000 per month

  • House Rent Allowance (HRA 20%): INR 5,400

  • Total Consolidated Salary: INR 32,400 per month

• Duration of Appointment: 11 months (Extendable further based on individual performance and the continuation of project funding).

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Science (Biology or a relevant field) OR a 3-year diploma in Engineering and Technology (Biology or a related discipline).

Desirable Qualifications

Candidates with a background or familiarity in the following areas will be given preference:

• Prior research and project management experience.

• Proficiency in handling biological samples.

• Experience in maintaining meticulous laboratory records.

• Basic understanding and hands-on exposure to molecular techniques.

Selection Process & Application Link

Application Deadline: On or before 1st June 2026

Selection Procedure:

• Screening: Applications will be thoroughly reviewed. Depending on the volume of responses, additional screening criteria may be applied.

• Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview. Incomplete submissions or those failing to meet the minimum eligibility criteria will not be considered.

• Joining: The selected candidate will be notified via email and is expected to join immediately.

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Apply Online Here: IISER Bhopal Project Assistant Google Application Form