Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi – ANRF (SERB)-Funded Research Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi – ANRF (SERB)-Funded Research Project

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at the Special Centre for Molecular Medicine under an ANRF (SERB)-funded research project titled “Identification of novel effectors and their role in Plasmodium falciparum.”

The position is temporary, initially for one year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance.

Position Overview

About the Research Project

The research project, “Identification of novel effectors and their role in Plasmodium falciparum,” is funded by ANRF (SERB) and conducted at the Special Centre for Molecular Medicine, JNU.

The opportunity is relevant to candidates interested in molecular biology, host–parasite interactions, protein structural biology, computational biology, and related life science research.

Essential Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Master's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Animal Biology, or a related discipline.

• A strong academic record.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Candidates with a biology background should preferably have experience in:

• Host–parasite interactions and drug discovery.

• Cell biology, biochemistry, and microscopy.

• Biophysical techniques and site-directed mutagenesis.

• Cryo-EM, TEM, SEM, and IEM techniques.

• In vitro tRNA translation.

• Computational biology and protein structure analysis.

• Protein–protein docking and protein–RNA docking.

Additional Preferences:

• First-hand experience in protein structural biology and computational biology.

• More than two years of laboratory experience.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research team.

Preference will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Fellowship / Salary

The selected candidate will receive:

• Monthly Fellowship: INR 37,000

• House Rent Allowance: As per funding agency norms.

Appointment Duration

• Initial Appointment: One year.

• Extension: Possible based on satisfactory performance.

• Maximum Duration: Up to the end of the SERB project tenure (maximum three years).

• Nature of Appointment: Purely temporary.

Extension will be subject to performance assessment by the Principal Investigator.

Selection Process

• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

• Interview Mode: Online.

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed on 21 October 2026.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications within the prescribed application period.

The provided advertisement excerpt does not specify the application submission email address, online form, or documents required. Candidates should consult the complete official notification for submission instructions.

Official University Website: https://www.jnu.ac.in/

Important Dates

Official Institution Details

Special Centre for Molecular Medicine Jawaharlal Nehru University New Delhi – 110067, India

Official Website: https://www.jnu.ac.in/

Job Domain (for classification): Life Sciences / Molecular Biology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Parasitology / Structural Biology / Computational Biology / Biomedical Research

Note: The application submission method and required documents are not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt. Candidates should verify these details from the complete official notification.

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