Post-doctoral Fellow Vacancy at IIT Gandhinagar
Are you a PhD Candidate looking for an advanced research opportunity in plant science? This prestigious position for a Fellow at the post-doctoral level at IIT Gandhinagar offers a powerful opportunity for life science graduates to work on cutting-edge epigenetics research. With excellent funding and exposure to high-end molecular and computational biology techniques, this role is ideal for ambitious researchers.
About IIT Gandhinagar
IIT Gandhinagar is one of India’s premier institutes known for excellence in research and education. With a strong focus on innovation and interdisciplinary science, it offers top-tier research opportunities for individuals interested in becoming a post-doctoral fellow and is a leading destination for every PhD Candidate seeking an opportunity for life science graduates to excel in research.
Job Details
- Job Title: Grant Assisted Post-doctoral Fellow
- Advertisement No.: OTH/10119/Advt0176
- Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
- Department: Biological Sciences and Engineering
- Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
- Application Deadline: May 2, 2026
- Position Type: Temporary (Project-Based)
- Project Details
- Project Title: Deciphering the Epigenetic Regulation of Compatible Pollination in Arabidopsis thaliana
- Principal Investigator: Prof. Subramanian Sankaranarayanan
- Number of Positions: 1
- Duration: 1 year (renewable based on extension criteria)
Role Overview
The Grant Assisted Fellow at the post-doctoral stage will contribute to advanced research in plant epigenetics, focusing on understanding epigenetic mechanisms involved in pollination. The role requires strong expertise in molecular biology, genetics, and computational biology.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research in plant epigenetics and molecular biology as a post-doctoral fellow
- Perform chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) and next-generation sequencing (ChIP-seq)
- Generate and analyze RNA-seq data, including differential gene expression and pathway analysis
- Utilize bioinformatics tools for epigenomic and transcriptomic data analysis
- Apply advanced molecular biology techniques
- Contribute to scientific communication and research dissemination
Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Plant Biotechnology, Genetics, or allied fields from a reputed institute, meeting typical requirements for a post-doctoral fellow
Essential Requirements
- Strong technical skills in molecular biology, genetics, computational biology, and bioinformatics—skills fundamental for a post-doctoral fellow
- Demonstrated publication record with first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Minimum 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards
- Minimum 55% or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Desirable Skills
- Expertise in plant epigenetics suited to a profile
- Experience with ChIP and ChIP-seq
- Experience in RNA-seq data generation and analysis
- Proficiency in bioinformatics pipelines for epigenomic and transcriptomic datasets
- Strong scientific presentation skills, including international conferences
Age Limit
- Up to 35 years as of the last date of application, which is common for many positions
Emoluments
- ₹72,000 – ₹84,000 per month (including HRA)—competitive
- HRA Component: ₹11,000 per month (as per institute norms)
Application Process
- Apply online through the official recruitment portal to be considered for the post-doctoral fellow opening
- Submit application before May 2, 2026
Additional Information
- Position is temporary and project-based, which aligns with the majority of post-doctoral fellow roles
- Appointment may be renewed annually based on performance and project extension.
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