National Institute of Immunology (NII) invites applications from eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the “Structural and Dynamic Studies of SARS-CoV-2 Proteins” project. If you hold an M.Sc in Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related fields, this is a great opportunity to work in cutting-edge research with a salary of ₹47,000 per month (including HRA).
📌 Last Date to Apply: 13th June 2025
Job Description: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at NII
Project Details
- Project Title: *”Structural and Dynamic Studies of SARS-CoV-2 Proteins”*
- Funding Agency: Department of Biotechnology (DBT)
- Tenure: Up to 18th August 2026
- Project Investigator: Dr. G. Senthil Kumar (Email: gskumar@nii.ac.in)
Educational Qualifications
- M.Sc in Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related Biological/Physical/Computational Sciences.
- OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine or equivalent.
- Mandatory Qualification: GATE/NET-JRF or equivalent national-level fellowship exam.
Desirable Skills
- Hands-on experience in:
- Molecular Biology (Cloning, PCR, Gene Expression)
- Cell Culture (Bacterial & Mammalian)
- Protein Biochemistry (Purification, Characterization)
- Structural Biology (X-ray Crystallography, Cryo-EM)
Job Role & Responsibilities
- Cloning, overexpression, and purification of proteins.
- Protein crystallization and structural analysis.
- Conducting biochemical and biophysical assays.
- Data analysis and research documentation.
Salary & Benefits
- Consolidated Pay: ₹37,000 per month + 27% HRA (Total ₹46,990/month) as per DST OM dated 26.06.2023.
About National Institute of Immunology (NII)
The National Institute of Immunology (NII) is a premier research institute in India dedicated to advanced immunological research. It focuses on understanding immune system mechanisms to develop novel disease intervention strategies. NII is known for its contributions to infectious diseases, cancer biology, and structural biology research.
How to Apply for NII JRF Recruitment 2025
Application Process
- Send your application in the prescribed format via email to Dr. G. Senthil Kumar (gskumar@nii.ac.in).
- Attach:
- Updated CV with 3 referees’ details.
- Copies of educational certificates.
- Proof of GATE/NET-JRF qualification.
- Application Fee:
- ₹100 (via Demand Draft in favor of Director, NII OR UPI/Paytm to A/c No. 1484101001636, IFSC: CNRB0001484).
- SC/ST/PH/Women candidates are exempted.
Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (offline/online).
- Original documents must be presented during the interview.
📌 Last Date: 13th June 2025