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PhD Virology Jobs at FNDR – Apply on Biotecnika For Research Scientist Post
Company Name: Foundation for Neglected Disease Research
Job role: Research Scientist – 1 (Virology)
Work Location: Doddaballapur, Bengaluru, India
Salary: CTC Range: Commensurate to experience and negotiable.
Experience: PhD with a minimum of 2 years of hands-on research experience in
virology research. Industry experience is preferred.
Company Overview:
Foundation for Neglected Disease Research (FNDR) is a not-for-profit biotech R&D
organization dedicated to discovering and developing novel therapeutics, diagnostics,
and devices for diseases with a high socio-economic impact. Since its inception in 2014,
FNDR has generated a portfolio of therapeutics in tuberculosis, nontuberculous
mycobacteria, malaria, dengue, leishmania, serious bacterial infections, fungal
infections, COVID-19 and RSV, spanning over early-stage discovery to late-stage clinical
trials. FNDR’s R&D Centre, which includes state-of-the-art BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories
for both in vitro and in vivo research, is in Bengaluru, India.
About the Role
FNDR is seeking a highly motivated Virologist to join our research team. The successful
candidate will contribute to early-stage discovery, assay development, and translational
research projects focused on viral pathogens of public-health importance. This role is
suited for individuals looking to build a strong scientific career in applied virology and
translational infectious disease research.
Interview mode and Rounds :
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Telephonic or virtual rounds of interview .
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Technical round which need to be present in a form of presentation .
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HR Round
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Male Candidates preferred .
Qualification Required:
PhD with 2 years of minimum hands-on research experience in virology research. Industry
experience is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, plan, and execute experiments involving BSL-2 and BSL-3 viral pathogens
- Perform virological assays including cell culture, plaque assays, TCID50, viral
quantification, neutralization tests, and molecular methods (RT-PCR, qPCR) - Support development and validation of in vitro / in vivo models, antiviral
screening assays, and mechanistic studies - Analyse, interpret, and document experimental data, present findings to internal
teams - Ensuring strict compliance with all laboratory safety protocols and ethical
guidelines for handling of BSL-2 and BSL-3 - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in medicinal chemistry, DMPK and
computational to support discovery projects - Contribute to manuscripts, proposals, patents, and project reports as required
- Supervising and training junior scientists, research associates, and interns
Technical and Soft Skills
- Expertise in virus propagation, cell culture techniques, and standard molecular
biology workflows - Familiarity with BSL-2 laboratory practices and regulatory guidelines
- Ability to independently design, troubleshoot, and optimize experiments
- Excellent documentation, analytical, and communication skills
- Background in antiviral drug discovery, immunology, molecular biology and
animal infection models - Handling experience of laboratory equipment and techniques related to virology
- Knowledge of safety protocols and ethical guidelines in research
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Proficiency in using MS Office applications
Qualifications & Skills Required :
PhD with 2–5 years of hands-on research experience in virology research. Industry
experience is preferred.
Interview mode
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Telephonic or virtual rounds of interview .
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Technical round which need to be present in a form of presentation .
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HR Round
Salary : CTC Range: Commensurate to experience and negotiable
Employment Type: Full time
