Research Jobs at NABI | Life Sciences | Earn Upto ₹58,000 + HRA per month | Walk-in Interview
The National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI) is currently offering high-impact Research Jobs to address India’s nutritional challenges. As an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), BRIC-NABI focuses on translational science to improve household nutritional security. Since its inception in 2010, the institute has used these Research Jobs to pioneer work in bio-fortification and the development of “designer crops”. If you are looking for a Life Sciences Job in Mohali, these temporary positions provide a world-class platform to solve complex agri-food problems.
About The Institute
The National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI) stands as a premier autonomous organization under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. Since its inception in 2010, it has positioned itself as the scientific engine driving the transformation of India’s agri-food landscape by bridging the gap between laboratory research and consumer products.
Project 1: Barnyard Millet Improvement (GAP102)
- Project Title: “Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency: Towards developing a nutrient-rich crop for a changing climate.”
- Principal Investigators: Dr. Rajeev N Bahuguna and Dr. Sivasubramanian R, Scientist-D.
- Email: [email protected], [email protected]
A. Research Associate I (01 Position)
- Duration: Purely temporary for 1 year, extendable based on research progress and performance.
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences or Biotechnology with at least two peer-reviewed international publications in SCI journals.
- Desirable Experience: Enthusiastic candidates interested in crop genetics and genomics.
- Technical Skills: Experience in GWAS, QTL analysis, NGS data analysis (genome sequencing & assembly), and large-scale phenomics.
- Responsibilities: Handling sequencing, phenotyping, bioinformatics analysis (variant calling), GWAS, and manuscript preparation.
- Emoluments: ₹58,000 per month plus HRA.
- Age Limit: 40 years.
B. Project Associate (01 Position)
- Duration: Initially for one year, continuing until project completion subject to performance and funds.
- Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, or allied subjects.
- Optional Qualification: Selection through National Level examinations like CSIR-UGC-NET or GATE is also accepted.
- Desirable Experience: Experience in large-scale field phenotyping and basic molecular biology (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR).
- Responsibilities: Assisting in DNA isolation, QC, field experiments, data collection, and multi-institute coordination.
- Emoluments: ₹31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE).
- Age Limit: 35 years.
C. Field/Lab Worker (01 Position)
- Duration: Initially for one year, continuing until project completion subject to performance and funds.
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, or allied subjects.
- Alternative Qualification: Diploma in Engineering and Technology in Agricultural Science or Biotechnology.
- Emoluments: ₹20,000 per month plus HRA.
- Age Limit: 50 years.
Project 2: Genome Editing in Barnyard Millet (GAP102)
Advanced Research Jobs are also available under the leadership of Dr. Prafull Salvi and Dr. Vanish Kumar for biotechnologists specializing in modern molecular tools.
- Project Title: Development of High-Efficiency Transformation Protocols and Genome Editing for Accelerated Improvement of Barnyard Millet.
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C.
- Position: Research Associate I (01 Position).
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Plant Sciences, or Life Sciences.
- Publication Requirement: At least two peer-reviewed international publications in SCI journals.
- Desirable Experience: Expertise in plant tissue culture, Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, and CRISPR/Cas genome editing.
- Advanced Skills: Experience in molecular characterization (qRT-PCR, Southern blotting) and nano-biotechnology-based transformation.
- Responsibilities: Leading research on transformation platforms, vector construction, molecular validation, and mentoring junior researchers.
- Emoluments: ₹58,000 per month plus HRA.
- Age Limit: 40 years.
- Email: [email protected]
Project 3: Nano-Enabled Transformation (GAP102)
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Vanish Kumar, Scientist-C.
- Position: Project Associate (01 Position).
- Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, or allied subjects (with or without NET/GATE).
- Desirable Experience: Experience in nanotechnology for biomolecule delivery in plants and nanoparticle synthesis.
- Responsibilities: Supporting research on nano-enabled transformation, nanomaterial characterization, and maintaining tissue culture experiments.
- Emoluments: ₹31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE).
- Age Limit: 35 years.
- Email: [email protected]
Project 4: Cell Suspension Cultures (GAP102)
- Project Title: “Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency: Towards developing a nutrient-rich crop for a changing climate.”
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Sanjana Negi, Scientist-C.
- Position: Project Associate (01 Position).
- Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, or allied subjects (with or without NET/GATE).
- Desirable Experience: Experience in plant tissue culture and transformation.
- Responsibilities: Developing embryonic cell suspension cultures and performing transformation and genome editing in barnyard millet.
- Emoluments: ₹31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE).
- Age Limit: 35 years.
- Email: [email protected]
Project 5: Nutritional Ketosis & Dementia (NABI-Core)
In addition to agricultural projects, BRIC-NABI offers specialized Research Jobs in the NABI-Core project led by Dr. Mohit Kumar.
- Project Title: Molecular Mechanisms of Nutritional Ketosis and Its Mimetics in Modulating Inflammaging and Dementia.”
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Mohit Kumar, Scientist-C.
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (01 Position).
- Project Scope: Exploring metabolic interventions using rodent and in-vitro models to mitigate dementia and promote healthy aging.
- Essential Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Basic Science, Neuroscience, Life Sciences, Molecular Medicine, or Biotechnology.
- Requirement: Must be selected through National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET/GATE) or other Central Government national-level exams.
- Desirable Experience: Proficiency in small animal handling (mice/rats), stereotaxic brain injections, cell culture, and immunohistochemistry.
- Research Focus: Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, and Geroscience.
- Emoluments: ₹37,000 per month plus HRA.
- Age Limit: 28 years.
- Email: [email protected]
Walk-In Interview & Application Details
To apply for these Research Jobs, eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview at the NABI campus in Mohali.
- Walk-In Interview Date: 27th March 2026.
- Registration Time: 09:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M..
- Venue: BRIC-NABI, Knowledge City, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab-140306.
- Online Application Deadline: Advance applications must be submitted by 23rd March 2026.
- Prescribed Format: Candidates must use the application form available on the official NABI website; CVs sent via email will not be accepted.
- Multiple Posts: Candidates can apply for more than one post using a single form by indicating their preferences.
- Required Documents: Bring the duly filled application form, original degree certificates, transcripts, experience certificates, and publications for verification.
- Online Interview Request: Candidates in special circumstances may request an online interview via email at least one week in advance.
- Age Relaxations: Admissible for SC, ST, OBC, PD, and women candidates as per Government of India instructions.
- Other Terms: No TA/DA will be paid; results will be published on the NABI website.
In summary, this NABI Recruitment provides a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of genomics and human nutrition. These Research Jobs are ideal for candidates who want to see their lab work translate into “designer crops” or “functional foods”. Given the tight deadline for the online application (March 23), ensure your application form clearly indicates your preferred designation and emphasizes your technical skills in CRISPR, NGS, or animal handling.
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