Research Jobs at Tocklai | Life Science Graduates Apply For Multiple Positions
Leading tea research institutes in India are inviting applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in entomology and pathology. These Research Jobs offer hands-on experience in laboratory and field research, insect and disease management, and contribute to cutting-edge tea crop improvement initiatives. This JRF vacancy is ideal for M.Sc. graduates in Life Sciences or Agriculture with a passion for research.
About the Institution:
The Tocklai Tea Research Institute (Tocklai), located in Jorhat, Assam, is India’s premier research center dedicated to tea science and cultivation. Established in 1911, it operates under the Tea Research Association (TRA) and focuses on advancing sustainable tea production, improving tea quality, and addressing challenges faced by the tea industry. Tocklai conducts extensive research in plant breeding, pest and disease management, soil health, and agronomy while providing training, extension services, and technical guidance to tea growers across India and internationally. Its contributions have been instrumental in shaping modern tea cultivation practices and promoting the global competitiveness of Indian tea.
1. Junior Research Fellow (Entomology) – TTRI Jorhat, Assam
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Number of Posts: 1
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Upper Age Limit: 35 years
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Qualification: M.Sc. Life Science / Agricultural, preferably Entomology
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Desirable Experience:
Two years of tea-related research experience -
Monthly Fellowship: Rs. 20,000 + 8% HRA (1st & 2nd year), Rs. 22,000 + 8% HRA (3rd year)
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Job Responsibilities:
- Collect and maintain insect pests
- Laboratory pest culture management
- Conduct insecticide bio-efficacy studies
- Execute multi-locational field trials
- Generate CIBRC data for selected insecticides
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Duration: 3 years
2. Junior Research Fellow (Pathology) – NBRDC Nagrakata, West Bengal
- Number of Posts: 1
- Upper Age Limit: 35 years
- Qualification for the JRF Vacancy: M.Sc. Life Science / Agricultural, preferably Microbiology / Pathology / Mycology
- Desirable Experience: Tea-related research experience
- Monthly Fellowship: Rs. 20,000 + 8% HRA (1st & 2nd year), Rs. 22,000 + 8% HRA (3rd year)
- Job Responsibilities:
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Collect and maintain disease samples
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Laboratory culture management
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Conduct fungicide bio-efficacy studies
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Execute multi-locational field trials
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Generate CIBRC data for selected fungicides
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- Duration: 3 years
