Project Associate Recruitment 2026 at Mizoram University – DBT Funded Research Project

Project Associate Recruitment 2026 at Mizoram University – DBT Funded Research Project

The Department of Zoology, Mizoram University, Aizawl invites applications for the position of Project Associate under a DBT-funded research project focusing on circadian and seasonal regulation of mood and cognition in Syrian hamsters. The official Mizoram University employment portal lists this vacancy with an application deadline of 15 September 2026. (Mizoram University)

Position Overview

Project Title

“Circadian and Seasonal Regulation of Mood and Cognition in Syrian Hamsters”

The research project is funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).

Essential Qualification

Applicants should possess an:

• M.Sc. in Zoology

OR

• M.Sc. in Biotechnology

OR

• M.Sc. in Biological Sciences

OR

• M.Sc. in Life Sciences

Research Area

The project broadly involves research in areas such as:

• Zoology

• Animal Behaviour

• Chronobiology

• Circadian Biology

• Neurobiology

• Mood and Cognition

• Biological Sciences

• Life Sciences

Fellowship

The selected candidate will receive fellowship as per applicable DBT rules.

No specific fellowship amount has been mentioned in the advertisement.

Duration

The appointment will be for:

18 months or until completion of the project, whichever is earlier.

Documents Required

Interested candidates should submit:

• Application

• Updated Resume/CV

• Educational qualification certificates

• Mark sheets

• Relevant experience documents, if applicable

• Other supporting documents relevant to the position

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send their application along with their resume and relevant supporting documents by email on or before:

15 September 2026, 5:00 PM

Application / Contact Email

amittrivedi@yahoo.com
amittrivedi@gmail.com

Applicants are advised to clearly mention the Project Associate position and DBT project in the subject line of their email.

Selection Process

• Applications will be screened based on eligibility and project requirements.

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview individually.

• The interview will be held at the Department of Zoology, Mizoram University, Aizawl.

• Candidates should keep their original educational and supporting documents available for verification when required.

Important Dates

Contact Details

Dr. Amit Kumar Trivedi
Assistant Professor
Department of Zoology
Mizoram University, Aizawl, Mizoram

Email: amittrivedi@yahoo.com / amittrivedi@gmail.com
Mobile: 09650883836

Official Notification & Website

The vacancy is listed on the official Mizoram University Employment News / Employment Notices page as:

“Department of Zoology – Advertisement for the post of Project Associate Position (Last date of application: 15.09.2026)”. (Mizoram University)

Mizoram University Employment News

Mizoram University Official Website

About Mizoram University

Mizoram University (MZU) is a Central University established by an Act of Parliament and located in Aizawl, Mizoram. The University offers teaching and research programmes across science, engineering, humanities, social sciences and other interdisciplinary areas. It is currently accredited A+ by NAAC. (Mizoram University)

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