Senior Research Fellow Recruitment at IISER Thiruvananthapuram | Apply Now
If you are aiming for a Senior Research Fellow position in a premier government institute, this is a golden opportunity. The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram has released a new IISER Recruitment notification under the DBT-NSF funded PlantSynBio project. This Agricultural Job is perfect for candidates passionate about plant synthetic biology, cytology, and recombinant DNA research. Eligible and motivated applicants should not miss this high-value research role.
About the Institute:
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) is one of India’s premier science education and research institutes established by the Government of India in 2008. The institute is known for integrating high-quality education with cutting-edge research in modern science.
Available Positions:
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Senior Research Fellow — 1 Post
Job Details:
- Job Title: Senior Research Fellow
- Project Title: PlantSynBio : Plant Minichromosome Engineering
- Funding Agency: DBT-NSF
- Position: Senior Research Fellow
- Tenure: 1 year (extendable up to 3 years based on performance)
- Fellowship: ₹42,000 + HRA
- Age Limit: 40 years
Educational Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc from a recognized University or equivalent; and
- Four years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services
Preference:
- Strong motivation for biological research
- Technical proficiency in cytology
- Experience in sequence analysis
- Experience in recombinant DNA technology
- Experience in cloning and gene construct design
- Experience in plant growth and management
How to apply:
- Completed applications should be sent by email to Dr. Ravi Maruthachalam ([email protected]), with the subject line “Application for DBT-NSF Senior Project Associate : Your Name”.
- A candidate can apply to multiple projects and this has to be indicated in the email. No separate application is required for different projects.
- The application should attach a detailed resume with sufficient information of past research work, a one page statement of interest in biological research.
- Please include contact details (phone number, email and postal address), a photograph, scanned copies of educational/professional qualifications and reprints of papers. Applications failing to the meet minimum criteria will not be considered. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Important Dates:
- Published Date: 11 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 20 February 2026
This Senior Research Fellow position under IISER Recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a high-impact Agricultural Job in plant synthetic biology. With competitive fellowship and exposure to advanced research, eligible candidates are strongly encouraged to apply before the deadline.
LINK HERE TO ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION
