THE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH IISER MOHALI JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP 2025

Junior Research Fellow Opportunity at IISER Mohali, Apply Now!

Biological Sciences JRF at IISER Mohali, Apply Now!

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a Department of Biotechnology (DBT), India-funded project.

This opportunity suits candidates passionate about interdisciplinary research involving protein folding, single-molecule techniques, and cell mechanics. The role includes potential for PhD enrollment upon mutual agreement.

About The Institute

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali is one of India’s premier institutes for science education and research, established by the Ministry of Education (MOE), Government of India.

Located in SAS Nagar, Punjab, IISER Mohali promotes cutting-edge research across disciplines including Chemical, Biological, Physical, Mathematical, and Earth Sciences.

Project Overview

Project Title: “Deciphering Protein Folding Dynamics and Cell Mechanics ex vivo”

PI: Dr. Sabyasachi Rakshit, Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemical Sciences

Host Institute: IISER Mohali

Research Focus:

High-precision Magnetic tweezers-based single-molecule studies

Ex vivo mechanics of chick hair cells

Protein design, molecular biology, AFM, and fluorescence microscopy

Junior Research Fellow Opportunity – Position Details

Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Duration: 1 year, extendable based on performance

Vacancy: 1

PhD Pathway: The Candidate may be absorbed into a PhD program by mutual agreement

Eligibility Criteria for Junior Research Fellow Opportunity

Essential Qualifications

5-year Master’s degree in Physical, Chemical, Biological, or Mathematical Sciences

4-year Engineering degree in any discipline

NET or GATE qualification is mandatory for JRF consideration

Desirable Skills

Strong interest in single-molecule techniques (AFM, fluorescence microscopy)

Willingness to engage in instrumentation, molecular, and cell biology

Curiosity-driven and interdisciplinary mindset

Fellowship & Emoluments

Stipend (Year-wise, as per project norms):

31,000/month + HRA (Year 1)

₹31,000/month + HRA (Year 2)

35,000/month + HRA (Year 3) (As per DBT project norms)

Application Process for Junior Research Fellow Opportunity

1-page Statement of Purpose (SoP) covering:

Your academic background and key accomplishments

Why you’re interested in this project

How do you align with the lab’s research direction

Brief CV

Name of one referee

How to Apply for Junior Research Fellow Opportunity

Google form

Alternate Email Submission:

Email your SoP and CV to:

[email protected]

(Only if you are unable to access the form should you mention the reason in your email.)

Important Dates

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Online Interview: July 10, 2025

Joining Deadline: 1st week of August 2025

Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email with interview details.

Contact Information:

Dr. Sabyasachi Rakshit

Associate Professor, Department of Chemical Sciences IISER Mohali, Sector 81, SAS Nagar, Punjab 140306, India

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