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Looking for the latest JRF Vacancy in agricultural biotechnology and genomics research? ICAR-IARI has released a new ICAR IARI Recruitment notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow at the Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre, Aduthurai. Candidates interested in building a strong Life Sciences Research career in biotechnology, bioinformatics, proteomics, molecular biology, and machine learning-based crop research can apply for this prestigious CSIR-ASPIRE-funded project opportunity.
About the Institute
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute is one of India’s premier agricultural research institutes operating under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The institute is globally recognized for advanced agricultural biotechnology, genetics, crop improvement, and molecular breeding research. The Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre at Aduthurai focuses on innovative rice genomics, breeding technologies, and translational agricultural research programs.
Advertisement No: IARI/RBGRC_Aduthurai/2026
- Job Title: Junior Research Fellow
- No. of Positions: 01
- Research Centre: Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre
- Project Title: Developing peptide barcodes of PUSA Basmati varieties and Hybrids for authentication and traceability
- Funding: CSIR-ASPIRE
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out research work of the project
- Keep a track of contingencies/consumables required for the work
- Assist the PI in preparation of various reports related to the research work
- Carryout any other departmental work related to the project as directed by PI
Qualifications
- Essential Qualification: MSc in Biotechnology, Agricultural Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, B.Tech in Biotechnology or equivalent degree with 55% marks and passing of NET/GATE test.
- Desirable Qualification: Experience in plant proteins, genomic and proteomic data analysis with machine learning.
Emoluments
Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month (HRA will be provided as per the rule of Host Institution)
How to Apply?
- Eligible candidates are requested to send their APPLICATION in the enclosed proforma (Annexure-I) and declaration form (Annexure-II) along with scanned copies of the original documents in a single PDF file to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected]
- Short-listed candidates will be informed about the details of the online interview by email.
- The interview will be held at IARI – Rice Breeding & Genetics Research Centre, Aduthurai, Tamil Nadu.
Last Date to Apply: 25.05.2026, 05.30 PM.
Terms and Conditions
- Age limit: Maximum age is 28 years for Junior Research Fellow (age relaxation of five years for SC/ST, women, OBC and physically handicapped candidates) with a minimum age of 18 years as on the date of the interview.
- The post is purely temporary and will be filled on a contractual basis for one year or till the termination of the project, whichever is earlier.
- The interview for eligible candidates will be held online, the details of which will be communicated by email.
- All candidates must adhere to the reporting time for the online interview communicated to them.
- Candidates must compulsorily fill in the application form, scan certificates from matriculation onwards, date of birth certificate, NET/equivalent certificate, and degree certificate in original or provisional form along with a recent photograph.
- No TA/DA/any other expenses will be paid for attending the interview.
- Only candidates meeting essential qualifications will be interviewed.
- Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form leads to disqualification or termination.
- If any candidate’s relative is an employee of ICAR/IARI, it must be declared.
- All other candidates must submit the scan declaration duly signed.
- In case of disputes, it will be resolved in the jurisdiction of the New Delhi court only.
Candidates searching for a high-value JRF Vacancy in agricultural biotechnology and molecular research should strongly consider this ICAR IARI Recruitment opportunity. The role offers exposure to proteomics, genomics, machine learning applications, and crop authentication research under a nationally funded CSIR-ASPIRE project. If you want to build a competitive Life Sciences Research profile, this opportunity can be highly beneficial.
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