Are you a Pharmacy, Microbiology, or Life Sciences graduate looking for exciting research opportunities? CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTech) is hiring for 04 Project Associate & Senior Project Associate positions under the Microbiome Mission Project. If you have experience in microbial genomics, metagenomics, or bioinformatics, this could be your chance to work with a premier research institute!
📌 Quick Overview:
✔ Organization: CSIR-IMTech (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
✔ Positions: Project Associate-I (03) & Senior Project Associate (01)
✔ Salary: Up to ₹42,000/- + HRA
✔ Qualification: M.Pharm / B.Pharm / MSc / MVSc / BTech / MTech
✔ Experience: Freshers & Experienced Both Eligible
✔ Last Date: 02 July 2025
🔍 Job Details & Eligibility
1. Project Associate-I (Post Code 01 & 02) – 02 Positions
- Essential Qualification:
- Masters in Pharmacy / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences
- OR B.Tech / MBBS / BVSc from a recognized university
- Desirable Skills:
- Experience in Microbiome Analysis, DNA Isolation, Cloning, Mammalian Cell Culture
- Knowledge of Genomics, Protein Expression, Bioinformatics
- Age Limit: 35 Years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women)
- Salary:
- ₹31,000 + HRA (for NET/GATE/DBT/DST qualified candidates)
- ₹25,000 + HRA (for others)
2. Project Associate-I (Post Code 03) – 01 Position
- Essential Qualification: Same as above
- Desirable Skills:
- Experience in Microbiology, Mycology, Bioinformatics
- Metagenomics, Genome Sequencing, Microbial Culturing
- Age Limit: 35 Years
- Salary: Same as above
3. Senior Project Associate – 01 Position
- Essential Qualification:
- M.Pharm / MSc / MVSc / BTech + 3 Years Experience
- OR PhD / MD / MS + 2 Years Experience
- Desirable Skills:
- Computational Genomics, Metagenomics, Bioinformatics Tools
- Age Limit: 40 Years
- Salary: ₹42,000 + HRA
🏢 About CSIR-IMTech
The Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTech), established in 1984, is a premier CSIR lab specializing in microbial biotechnology research. It is among India’s top 37 national laboratories under CSIR, focusing on microbiome studies, genomics, and infectious disease research.
🔬 Key Research Areas:
✔ Microbial Genomics
✔ Human Microbiome Studies
✔ Bioinformatics & Metagenomics
✔ Drug Discovery & Biotechnology
📌 How to Apply?
Interested candidates must submit their applications before 02 July 2025.
Application Process:
- Check Official Notification – CSIR-IMTech Website
- Prepare CV (Highlight relevant experience)
- Send Application (As per notification guidelines)
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
