The CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT), Palampur, a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), invites applications for Project Associates, Research Associates, and Project Assistants in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Agriculture. These positions are purely temporary and project-based.
📌 Available Positions & Eligibility
1. Project Associate PAT-II (Position Code: 6002)
- Project Title: Best of Waste: Transforming Food Waste into Microbial Bioformulation for Boosting Plant Growth
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Microbiology + 2 years of research experience.
- Desirable: Experience in composting/biofertilizers/PGPR.
- Stipend: ₹28,000 + 9% HRA
- Interview Date: 03 June 2025
2. Project Associate PAT-I (Position Code: 6003)
- Project Title: Genome-Editing for Crop Improvement
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Plant Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology
- Desirable: Experience in Plant Tissue Culture & Molecular Biology.
- Stipend: ₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or ₹25,000 + HRA
- Interview Date: 03 June 2025
3. Research Associate-I (Position Code: 6005)
- Project Title: Thermosensing Mechanism of Camellia sinensis Mitochondrial Superoxide Dismutase
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences
- Desirable: Experience in transgenics, protein-protein interactions, RNA-Seq analysis.
- Stipend: ₹58,000 + 9% HRA
- Interview Date: 03 June 2025
4. Project Associate PAT-I (Position Code: 6007)
- Project Title: *Effects of Alpha-2 Antiplasmin in Neovascularization & Chronic Venous Thrombus Remodeling*
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biotechnology
- Desirable: Experience in animal handling, tissue culture, ELISA, microscopy.
- Stipend: ₹25,000 + 10% HRA
- Interview Date: 05 June 2025
5. Project Assistant-II (Position Code: 6009)
- Project Title: Jigyasa 2.0 – Virtual Laboratory Integration
- Essential Qualification: B.Sc.
- Desirable: Computer & communication skills for educational outreach.
- Stipend: ₹20,000 + 10% HRA
- Interview Date: 05 June 2025
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🏛️ About CSIR-IHBT Palampur
CSIR-IHBT is a leading biotech research institute in Himachal Pradesh, focusing on Himalayan bioresources, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and environmental biotechnology. It offers cutting-edge research opportunities in life sciences, biochemistry, and biotechnology.
📌 How to Apply?
- Walk-in Interview: Appear on the respective dates (03 & 05 June 2025) at CSIR-IHBT, Palampur (HP) by 9:30 AM.
- Documents Required:
- Application form (Download from www.ihbt.res.in)
- Self-attested copies of qualifications, experience certificates
- Original certificates for verification
- No TA/DA will be provided.