Bioinformatics JRF Jobs at IIT Gandhinagar | MSc Computational Biology Candidates Apply Now
Are you passionate about computational biology and eager to work on cutting-edge bioinformatics research? The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow position in a Department of Biotechnology (DBT)-funded project on engineering mini-protein modulators for Allatostatin receptors in Spodoptera frugiperda. This one-year, full-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to in silico protein design, ligand-receptor interaction studies, and advanced computational modeling in a world-class academic environment.
About Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN)
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow position in Computational Biology for a research project titled “Engineering mini-protein Allatostatin receptors modulator for Spodoptera frugiperda management,” funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India.
Job Details
Job Posting: Junior Research Fellow
Duration: 1 year
Remuneration: INR 37000+HRA
Qualifications and Experience:
- B. Tech/M. Tech/M. Sc in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Physics, Biophysics, or allied subjects
- Minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onwards, and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th
- Good knowledge of programming, preferably Python and R
- Experience in Bioinformatics tools and R, and Python programming is preferable
Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our research team for a project focused on In Silico design of mini-protein regulators that target specific Allatostatin receptors in S. frugiperda.
Key Responsibilities: Bioinformatics analysis, in silico design of mini-proteins, studying ligand receptor interactions using docking and MD simulations.
Application Procedure:
Candidates must fill the online form provided at the IIT Gandhinagar website AND send the following documents to Ashutosh Srivastava ([email protected]):
- Current CV with list of publications, technical and programming skills, and permanent address
For any queries, please write to Dr. Ashutosh Srivastava ([email protected]).
The applications will continue to be screened until the position is filled. The applications received before 20th August, 2025, will be given priority.
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