Microbiology Job at PGIMER Chandigarh
Are you searching for a high-impact opportunity in microbiology jobs at India’s top research institutes? This is a golden opportunity for life science graduates to join PGIMER Chandigarh as a Research Scientist under an ICMR-funded project. If you are passionate about genomics, bioinformatics, and cutting-edge microbiological research, this role offers the perfect launchpad for your career.
About the Institute
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research is a premier medical and research institution in India, known for its excellence in clinical research, education, and advanced healthcare. The Department of Medical Microbiology actively contributes to cutting-edge infectious disease research and also provides significant Microbiology Job opportunities for experts in the field.
Job Details
- Job Title: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Project Title: Genome-wide association of variations driving the emergence of pathogenic Escherichia coli in humans from commensal poultry populations
- Location: Chandigarh, India
- Institute: Department of Medical Microbiology, PGIMER
- Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Project Duration: 9 months
- Number of Positions: 1
Role Overview
The Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) will support advanced genomic and bioinformatics research focused on understanding pathogenic Escherichia coli evolution. In this Microbiology Job, the role involves analyzing complex biological datasets and contributing to important research outcomes under the guidance of the Principal Investigator.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform bioinformatics and genomic data analysis as required by the microbiology job profile.
- Work on prokaryotic genomics, GWAS, metagenomics, and NGS datasets
- Develop and apply computational pipelines for biological data interpretation
- Utilize programming tools such as Python or R for data analysis
- Work in Linux-based environments for research workflows
- Support research documentation and reporting activities in every aspect of the microbiology job.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a research-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and hands-on experience in bioinformatics and genomics, capable of working in a collaborative academic research environment ideal for a microbiology job position.
Educational Qualification
Essential:
- First-class Postgraduate degree (including integrated PG degrees), OR
- Second-class Postgraduate degree with a PhD
Desirable:
- Experience in Bioinformatics—preferably gained from previous microbiology job roles.
- Experience in Prokaryotic Genomics, GWAS, Metagenomics, and NGS data analysis
- Proficiency in Python and/or R programming, with exposure to AI techniques
- Experience working in Linux operating systems, which complements any microbiology job responsibilities.
Salary
- ₹56,000 per month + 20% HRA
- Total: ₹67,200 per month
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years for applicants applying to the Microbiology Job.
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit their application through the designated online form by uploading their biodata and supporting documents for the PGIMER Chandigarh Microbiology Job.
Application Deadline: April 26, 2026 (5:00 PM).
