Project Associate Job at RGCB | Life Sciences Graduates – Apply Now!
The Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), a leading institution under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, invites applications for the role of Project Associate-I in a cutting-edge DBT-funded research project. If you are a Life Sciences postgraduate with a passion for molecular biology and protein chemistry, this is your chance to be part of a prestigious team unraveling the structural dynamics of histone variant H2B.8 involved in seed dormancy.
About BRIC – RGCB
Welcome to BRIC – RGCB, a premier research institution dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of biotechnology. We are currently seeking applications from motivated and qualified individuals to join our team for the project “Unravelling the structural and stability attributes of nucleosomes composed of the unusual histone variant H2B.8, a major player regulating seed dormancy in angiosperms” led by Dr. Dharma Rao Tompa under the guidance of Dr. Dileep Vasudevan at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Project Associate Job at RGCB Details:
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01/2025Project Title: “Unravelling the structural and stability attributes of nucleosomes composed of the unusual histone variant H2B.8, a major player regulating seed dormancy in angiosperms”
Funding Agency: DBT-MK BHAN Fellowship
Principal Investigator: Dr. Dharma Rao Tompa
Co-investigator: Dr. Dileep Vasudevan
Position: Project Associate-I
Number of Posts: 01
Location: Akkulam Campus, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Emoluments: ₹25,000/- + 18% HRA per month
Essential Qualifications:
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First-class Postgraduate Degree in Life Sciences
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Prior research experience in molecular biology and protein chemistry
Desirable Qualifications:
- Knowledge and research experience in experimental structural biology and/or biophysics.
Age Requirement: Must be under 35 years old as of June 15, 2025. Age relaxation as per the Government of India norms.
Duration: The initial one year is extendable to one more year based on performance evaluation.
Selection Process for Project Associate Job at RGCB:
- Applications should be submitted online.
- Candidates from government firms must apply through the proper channels.
- Last date for applications: June 15, 2025.
- Shortlisting is based on eligibility criteria for the online selection interview.
No TA/DA provided for interviews. Only eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.
Keywords: BRIC, RGCB, Project Associate, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Protein Chemistry, Structural Biology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
