Tata Memorial Centre’s Advanced CentrScientific Officere for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Navi Mumbai, has announced recruitment for Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) on a contract basis in the Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics. Candidates with a Ph.D., M.Sc. or M.Tech in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or related fields can apply, subject to the prescribed eligibility criteria.
The recruitment includes one vacancy, with the interview scheduled for 21 October 2026. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview or request a Zoom interview by emailing the recruitment department before the application deadline.
ACTREC Recruitment 2026: Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) |
| Institute | Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) |
| Post Name | Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) |
| Department | Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Interview Date | 21 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM |
| Job Location | Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Maximum Age | 40 years as on the advertisement date |
| Salary | ₹56,100–₹67,700 per month, depending on qualification |
| Contract Duration | Initially one year, extendable as per the Centre’s requirements |
| Advertisement Number | ACTREC/ADVT.203/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 5 October 2026 |
Position and Salary
ACTREC is recruiting for the following position:
Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) – 1 Vacancy
The consolidated monthly salary depends on the candidate’s educational qualification.
| Educational Qualification | Consolidated Salary |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. / M.Tech | ₹56,100 per month |
| Ph.D. | ₹67,700 per month |
Candidates with an M.Sc. or M.Tech in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or related fields are eligible for consideration at a lower grade.
Responsibilities and Work Requirements
The advertisement identifies the following technical requirements for the position:
- Human genome sequencing proficiency.
- Experience or proficiency relevant to next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based data analytics.
- Programming skills, particularly in Python or another programming language.
Eligibility and Educational Qualifications
Candidates must meet the educational and technical requirements specified by ACTREC.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess one of the following qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or related fields.
- M.Sc. or M.Tech in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or related fields, eligible at a lower grade.
Experience
- One year of experience in next-generation sequencing-based data analytics is desirable.
- Experience in Cancer Bioinformatics is desirable.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 40 years as on the advertisement date.
Required Skills
Candidates should have the following technical skills:
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python.
- Proficiency in human genome sequencing.
- Knowledge or experience in Cancer Bioinformatics is desirable.
Walk-In Interview Details
Eligible candidates can attend the interview in person at the ACTREC recruitment venue.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) |
| Interview Date | 21 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM |
| Venue | Paymaster Shodhika, Recruitment Cell, Room No. PS-330 |
| Institute Address | ACTREC, Sector-22, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai – 410210, Maharashtra |
Documents Required for the Walk-In Interview
Candidates must carry the following documents:
- Bio-data.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Xerox copies of Aadhaar Card and PAN Card.
- Copies of educational qualification certificates.
- Copies of work experience certificates.
Candidates must report at the venue within the specified reporting time.
How to Apply for the ACTREC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
ACTREC provides two interview options for eligible candidates.
Option 1: Walk-In Interview
Attend the interview on 21 October 2026, between 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM, at the Recruitment Cell, Room No. PS-330, Paymaster Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai.
Bring the required bio-data, photograph, identity documents, educational certificates and experience certificates.
Option 2: Request a Zoom Interview
Candidates who wish to attend the interview through Zoom must email their request to:
Email: recruitment@actrec.gov.in
