IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 | ANRF-Funded Research Project in Virology & Molecular Biology

IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 | ANRF-Funded Research Project in Virology & Molecular Biology

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has invited applications from eligible Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an ANRF-funded research project in the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, and Molecular Biology who are interested in cutting-edge research on viral immunology and host-pathogen interactions.

About the Project

Project Title:
Mechanistic and Receptor Insights into E Protein Driven Innate Immune Dysfunction in Orthoflavivirus (Zika and KFDV)

Funding Agency:
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), New Delhi

Principal Investigator:
Dr. Shailly Tomar
Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Position Details

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• Master’s degree in:

  • Biotechnology

  • Microbiology

  • Life Sciences

  • Or any allied area of Biological Sciences

• Minimum 60% marks in qualifying degree.

• Must have qualified:

  • GATE, or

  • CSIR-UGC NET

Job Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be involved in advanced research activities including:

• Molecular Biology techniques

• Gene cloning and protein expression

• Molecular virology studies

• cDNA preparation

• RT-PCR analysis

• Mammalian cell culture techniques

• In-vitro cell-based viral assays

• Virus propagation and quantification studies

• Protein production and purification (desirable)

Fellowship & Benefits

• Monthly Fellowship: INR 37,000 + 10% HRA

• Opportunity to work on a nationally funded ANRF research project.

• Hands-on experience in virology, immunology, and molecular biology research.

• Exposure to advanced laboratory techniques and interdisciplinary biological research.

• Opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers at IIT Roorkee.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• Detailed CV with educational qualifications

• Research and industrial experience details (if any)

• Attested copies of degree and experience certificates

• Relevant supporting documents

Applications may be submitted to the Principal Investigator through email, post, or at the time of interview as specified in the advertisement.

Important Dates

Last Date for Application Submission: 25 June 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Walk-in Interview Date: 29 June 2026

Interview Time: 12:00 PM

Venue: Committee Room, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee

Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.

• Original certificates and supporting documents must be produced at the time of interview for verification.

• Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates in case of equal qualifications and experience, as per institute norms.

• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Why Apply?

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work on host-virus interactions, innate immune responses, and emerging viral diseases such as Zika and KFDV at one of India’s premier technological institutions. Candidates aspiring for careers in research, PhD studies, virology, immunology, and molecular biosciences are encouraged to apply.

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