inStem Recruitment 2025: Research Jobs for Life Science Graduates
If you’re aiming for top-tier research jobs in India’s most cutting-edge biomedical institutes, the latest inStem recruitment offers an exceptional opportunity. BRIC–inStem, Bangalore, has announced openings for postdoctoral research fellows and project associates under the laboratory of Dr. M. Indumathi. These positions are ideal for candidates seeking impactful life science jobs with hands-on experience in cell biology, molecular biology, iPSCs, and CRISPR technologies.
About the Institute:
The Institute for Stem Cell Science & Regenerative Medicine (inStem), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, leads globally competitive research in stem cell science, developmental biology, repair, and regeneration. The institute works through collaborative, interdisciplinary teams addressing complex biomedical questions with translational value.
Recruitment Notice Number: inStem/Temp/71/2025
Available Positions:
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow – 1 Post
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Project Associate Level I/II – 2 Posts
Job Details:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
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Age Limit: 35 years
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Qualification: Fresh PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Developmental Biology
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Experience:
- Mandatory: Cell culture & molecular biology expertise
- Preferred: iPSC generation/handling, lineage differentiation, CRISPR gene editing
Project Associate I/II
- Age Limit: 25 years
- Qualification:
- MSc Life Sciences/Biotech (3+2 years), B.Tech Biotech, B.Pharm, or equivalent
- Training in cell biology, molecular biology, biotechnology
- Experience: Preferred: Practical training in cell culture & basic molecular biology
Educational Requirements:
- Strong academic background in life sciences, biotechnology, cell biology, developmental biology, or molecular biology
- Practical laboratory training highly desirable
- For PDF position, a freshly awarded PhD degree required
Key Responsibilities:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Generate human iPSC lines
- Differentiate hiPSCs into ocular cell lineages & organoids
- Perform molecular & histological analysis
- Carry out scRNA-seq & spatial transcriptomics
Project Associate I/II
- Generate CRISPR-edited gene knockout iPSC lines
- Characterize phenotypes & differentiation potential
- Support molecular assays, cell culture experiments & functional studies
Skills Required:
- Cell culture
- Molecular biology techniques
- iPSC handling (preferred)
- CRISPR gene editing (preferred)
- Data analysis, documentation & team coordination
Important Dates:
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Last date for application: 10 December 2025
Steps to Apply:
- Visit the inStem Careers portal.
- Select the corresponding advertisement number.
- Prepare a single PDF containing:
- CV (2 pages)
- Motivation letter (1 page)
- Contact details of 2 referees
- Submit application online before the deadline.
General Terms & Conditions:
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Eligibility determined as of closing date.
- Positions are contract-based; no claim for permanency.
- The institute may adjust the consolidated salary.
- Candidates must follow inStem rules and conduct norms.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
This inStem recruitment offers outstanding research jobs for candidates seeking meaningful careers in life sciences. Joining BRIC–inStem means contributing to world-class research that advances regenerative medicine and human health. If you’re driven, curious, and passionate about translational science, this opportunity is the perfect next step in your career.
