IISER Tirupati JRF Vacancy 2025 – Apply for Life Science Research Jobs
If you’ve been looking for the perfect JRF vacancy to boost your scientific career, IISER Tirupati is offering an exceptional opportunity for candidates aiming for research jobs and life science jobs in a nationally reputed institute. This walk-in interview invites motivated young researchers to work on a high-impact antiviral project targeting Nipah and Hendra viruses—an exciting chance to gain advanced lab experience and contribute to meaningful scientific outcomes.
About the Institute:
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is an autonomous Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute is committed to promoting high-quality science education, research excellence, and innovation across life sciences and allied domains.
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Available Position:
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate – I
- Number of Posts: 01
Job Details:
- Title of the project: To develop novel antiviral platforms and identify drugs against henipaviruses such as Nipah virus and Hendra virus.
- Funding Agency: Open Philanthropy
- Principal Investigator: Prof. Guruprasad R. Medigeshi
- Project Code: 30523176
- Monthly Emoluments:
- (i) INR 37,000/- + 9% HRA to Scholars who are selected through (a) National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE (OR) (b) A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions
- (ii) 30,000/- + 9% HRA for others who do not fall under (i) above
Walk-in interview for the post of “Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate – I” under an extramural-funded project.
Educational Requirements:
Essential:
- 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences
- OR Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences
- OR Bachelor’s in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Medicine
Desirable:
- Mammalian cell culture
- Virus assays
- Molecular biology techniques
- Protein expression & purification
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting virology and antiviral platform development studies
- Perform cell culture, virus assays, and molecular biology work
- Support the PI in experimental design and data recording
- Maintain lab equipment, documentation, and reporting
- Contribute to research progress and project deliverables
Skills Required:
- Mammalian cell culture
- Protein expression
- Protein purification
- Molecular biology methods
- Handling infectious samples (preferred)
Other Details:
- Age: Not more than 28 years on the date of the interview.
- No. of post: One (1)
- Tenure: The initial offer will be for six months and renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The position is temporary and coterminous with the project.
- Date of walk-in interview: 10th December, 2025, 9.30 AM – 11.30 AM.
- Venue: Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati 517619.
Steps to Apply:
- Download the application form from the advertisement.
- Fill in all required details correctly.
- Attach necessary certificates and one photograph.
- Reach the venue with all documents.
- Attend the walk-in interview at the scheduled time.
General Terms & Conditions:
- Temporary appointment; ends with project completion.
- No claim for permanent absorption at IISER Tirupati.
- No TA/DA for interview.
- Number of posts may vary.
- Canvassing results in disqualification.
- Selected candidates may apply for IISER PhD programs.
This IISER Tirupati JRF vacancy is an excellent stepping stone for young researchers seeking meaningful research jobs and growth-oriented life science jobs. With hands-on work in antiviral research and exposure to advanced laboratory techniques, candidates can develop a strong scientific foundation while contributing to impactful national research.
