Project Associate Job at NBRC | Apply Now
The National Brain Research Centre (NBRC), Gurugram, has announced a high-level NBRC recruitment drive for the position of Senior Project Associate. This project associate job is part of a critical DBT-funded extramural grant. Researchers seeking a specialized molecular biology job will have the unique opportunity to study neuro-pathogenesis under the guidance of Dr. Pankaj Seth. This role focuses on the complex intersection of virology and neuroscience at one of India’s premier brain research institutes.
About the Institute
National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) is an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, and a Deemed-to-be University. It is the only institute in India dedicated to neuroscience research and education. An NBRC recruitment offers scientists an interdisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art facilities for genomic, cellular, and systems neuroscience, making it an ideal hub for any advanced molecular biology job.
Adv.No. NBRC/Acad/20/2025
Position Overview
This project associate job centers on investigating how COVID-19 impacts the brain at a cellular level. Specifically, the project aims to decode the mechanisms behind neuronal cell death triggered by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which has significant implications for long-COVID neurological conditions.
- Position: Senior Project Associate
- Number of Vacancies: 01.
- Project Title: “Understanding the molecular mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 mediated neuronal death in COVID-19.”
- PI: Dr. Pankaj Seth
- Monthly Fellowship: ₹42,000/- (Consolidated).
- Tenure: 5 months initially, extendable based on performance and project validity (May 2026).
- Age Limit: Maximum 40 years as of January 08, 2026.
- Accommodation: Provided as per NBRC rules, subject to availability.
Eligibility & Skills Required
To be considered for this molecular biology job, candidates must fulfill the following:
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. / B.Tech. or equivalent from a recognized institute.
- Experience: 4 or more years of research experience in a wet lab environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience in Cell and Molecular biology techniques and mammalian cell culture.
- Preferred Skills: Specific experience in neuroscience and handling primary cultures of brain cells will be highly valued for this project associate job.
Application Procedure for NBRC Recruitment
Candidates must apply via Offline Mode by submitting hard copies of their documents.
- Required Documents: Duly filled application form (as per NBRC format), updated CV, and self-attested copies of all qualifications and experience certificates.
- Submission Deadline: January 08, 2026.
- Mailing Address: The Administrative Officer (Academics), National Brain Research Centre, Nainwal Mode, Gurugram-122052 (Haryana).
- Selection Process: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview.
Securing a project associate job at NBRC is a premier milestone for researchers in the field of neuro-virology. This NBRC recruitment offers a competitive fellowship and the chance to contribute to high-priority research on COVID-19’s impact on brain health. If you have 4+ years of wet-lab experience and a strong background in a molecular biology job, ensure your hard-copy application reaches the Gurugram campus.
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