RA-I Job at JNU Life Sciences | PhD Biotech Candidates Apply for COVID-19 Molecular Project
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, invites applications for the role of Research Associate I (RA-I) in its School of Life Sciences. This is a prestigious opportunity to work on a cutting-edge molecular biology project investigating the role of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in muscle atrophy and neuromuscular issues associated with diabetes and obesity. If you’re a passionate researcher with a PhD in life sciences and experience in molecular techniques, this is your chance to contribute to impactful COVID-19 research.
Welcome to Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), a premier institution in New Delhi dedicated to academic excellence and research in a wide range of fields. We are currently seeking a Research Associate I for our School of Life Science to work on a project titled: “SARS-CoV-2 spike protein S1 subunit in muscle atrophy and neuromuscular junction program in diabetes and obesity.” This project aims to understand the neuromuscular complications associated with COVID-19 and diabetes, as well as obesity, through a molecular approach.
Jawaharlal Nehru University
School of Life Science
New Delhi 110067
Position: Research Associate I (RA-I)
Project title: “SARS-CoV-2 spike protein S1 subunit in muscle atrophy
and neuromuscular junction program in diabetes and obesity: A molecular approach to understand the neuromuscular complications in COVID-19 in diabetes and obesity”Salary: – INR 58,000.00 + HRA or as per MoE-STAR guidelines.
Essential Qualifications: Ph. D in Life Sciences or any branch of Life Sciences / Biotechnology.
Desirable Qualifications: Research experience in the area of molecular biology (cloning and expression), gene expression (RT-PCR and immuno-blotting), cell signaling, animal tissue culture, animal handling and genome editing with at least one publication in peer-reviewed SCI/SCOPUS journals.
Duration: The project is till October 2026. The above-mentioned positions are completely temporary and are co-terminus with the project. However, the fellow can be terminated anytime (immediately) if unsatisfactory progress or any scientific misconduct observed.
Application Process:
Applications (soft copy only) are invited from suitable candidates to apply by sending a cover letter detailing experience, with CV, reprints and names with complete address (including e-mail) of two references on or before July 22, 2025 by e-mail to: – [email protected].
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