Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal, invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a Department of Biotechnology (DBT)-funded research project at the Center for Molecular Neurosciences, Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal. Candidates with M.Sc, M.Pharm, or M.Tech qualifications who meet the specified national examination requirements can apply.
The project focuses on investigating Parkinson’s disease in genetic models to understand whether the disease is a proteinopathy or lipidopathy associated with mTOR deregulation.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) |
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Project Funding | Department of Biotechnology (DBT) |
| Research Center | Center for Molecular Neurosciences |
| Institution | Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal |
| Project Title | Deciphering if Parkinson’s disease is a proteinopathy or lipidopathy due to mTOR deregulation, in genetic models of PD |
| Job Location | Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Engagement Duration | Initially 1 year, extendable up to 3 years |
| Application Deadline | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Email | jobs.research@manipal.edu |
Position Available
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 1 vacancy
The selected candidate will work on the DBT-funded Parkinson’s disease research project at the Center for Molecular Neurosciences, KMC, Manipal.
Research Responsibilities
The project involves investigating Parkinson’s disease in genetic models, focusing on whether the disease is a proteinopathy or lipidopathy resulting from mTOR deregulation.
Candidates must be willing to work with mice and transgenic mice as part of the project.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Educational qualification: M.Sc, M.Pharm, or M.Tech.
- Examination qualification: Qualified in the Category I or Category II merit list of the DBT-BET examination, or qualified in NET/GATE.
- Preferred background: Biology or Pharmacology.
- Additional requirement: Willingness to work with mice and transgenic mice.
A background in Biology or Pharmacology is preferred but is not mandatory.
Required Skills and Research Readiness
- Willingness to work with mice and transgenic mice.
- Relevant academic background in Biology or Pharmacology is preferred.
- Qualification in DBT-BET, NET, or GATE as specified in the eligibility criteria.
Application Process
Eligible candidates must submit their application by email with a detailed CV and copies of certificates supporting their qualifications and experience.
Application deadline: 15 October 2026
Email: jobs.research@manipal.edu
Mandatory subject line: DBT Project : Application for Junior Research Fellow, KMC, Manipal
Candidates must mention the job code in the email subject line.
Postal address:
Director – HR
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Madhav Nagar, Manipal – 576104
Udupi, Karnataka, India