Microbiology Job at IISER Tirupati For Senior Project Assistant Role, Apply Now

Microbiology Job at IISER Tirupati – For Senior Project Assistant Role, Apply Now

Explore an exciting microbiology job at IISER Tirupati under an ICMR-funded project. This one-year contract role offers hands-on experience in advanced molecular microbiology, focusing on the molecular characterization of Mycobacterial Membrane Proteins for Engineered Vaccines and anti-TB Therapeutics. Join a leading scientific institution and contribute to groundbreaking tuberculosis research while building valuable laboratory expertise.

About The Institute

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is a premier autonomous institution established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, for promoting high-quality science education and research. IISER Tirupati provides an interdisciplinary platform for scientific exploration and innovation.

About the Position

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati invites applications for the post of Senior Project Assistant for the ICMR-funded project: “Mycobacterial Membrane Proteins: Molecular Characterization for Engineered Vaccine and anti-TB Therapeutics.”

• Name of the post: Senior Project Assistant
• No. of Positions: 1
• Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
• Principal Investigator: Dr. Raju Mukherjee
• Project Code: 30525219
• Tenure: 1 year (renewable based on performance; co-terminus with the project)
• Location: IISER Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
• Consolidated Fellowship: ₹30,600/- per month
• Eligibility Criteria
  • Essential Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology OR Master’s degree in Microbiology.
  • Desirable Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree holders with 3 years’ experience culturing Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
    • Hands-on experience with BSL-3 laboratories and relevant microbiology techniques.
• Age Limit: Not more than 50 years as of the last date of application.

Key Responsibilities

As part of this microbiology research role, you will:

• Culture and handle Mycobacterium tuberculosis and mycobacteriophages under BSL-3 conditions.
• Conduct molecular characterization of mycobacterial membrane proteins.
• Assist in experimental design, data collection, and analysis.
• Maintain detailed laboratory documentation and ensure compliance with biosafety protocols.
• Collaborate with the research team to execute the project.

Application Process

Interested candidates should:

• Send their application in the prescribed format (PDF) to [email protected]
• Last Day for Application submission: October 21, 2025, 5:00 PM.
• Include the post name and project code in the subject line: “Senior Project Assistant
  -: 30525219” in the subject line of the email.

Required Documents:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Academic transcripts
• Proof of qualifications and experience
• Two references

Note: Applications submitted in a format other than the prescribed one will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.

Important Information

• The appointment is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
• No TA/DA will be provided for the selection process.
• Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
• Selected candidates should join immediately upon appointment.

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