Molecular Biology Job at MAHE Manipal
Looking for a high-paying Molecular Biology Job in India? Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has announced an exciting opening for a Project Research Scientist-I under an ICMR-sponsored cancer research project. This prestigious Manipal Academy Career opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about cancer biology, genomics, and advanced biomedical research. With an attractive salary package and exposure to cutting-edge organ-on-chip technology, this is a golden opportunity for life science graduates seeking advanced Research Jobs in India.
About Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is one of India’s leading multidisciplinary educational and research institutions. Located in Manipal, Karnataka, MAHE is globally recognized for excellence in medical sciences, life sciences, engineering, and healthcare research. The institution offers outstanding Manipal Academy Career opportunities and advanced research facilities for students and professionals pursuing careers in biomedical sciences and biotechnology.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Project Research Scientist-I
- Organization: Manipal Academy of Higher Education
- Location: Manipal
- Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Project Title: Cancer-on-Chip: Developing a State-of-the-Art Microfluidic Diagnostic Organ-on-Chip (OoC) Platform to Study Ex Vivo Chemo Radiation Sensitivity in Breast Cancer Patients
- Project ID: IIRPIG-2023-0000845
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Sanjiban Chakrabarty
- Number of Positions: 1
- Project Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility Criteria: First Class M.Sc. in one of the following fields: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, and Biochemistry.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Candidates with the following qualifications and experience will be preferred:
- UGC-CSIR/NET/GATE/DBT-BET qualification
- Research experience in:
- DNA Damage Response
- Microfluidics
- Genomics
- Cancer Biology
- Genome Editing
- Confocal Microscopy
- Animal Handling (Mouse Models)
Salary and Benefits
- ₹61,040 per month (including HRA) for the first two years
- ₹64,092 per month (including HRA) during the third year
- Compensation will be provided as per ICMR norms.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will contribute to translational cancer research involving Organ-on-Chip and microfluidic diagnostic technologies, focusing on breast cancer chemo-radiation sensitivity studies. Responsibilities may include molecular and cellular experiments, genomic analysis, imaging techniques, and handling preclinical models in a research-intensive laboratory environment.
Application Procedure
Eligible candidates should submit the following documents:
- Detailed CV
- Research experience summary
- Cover letter
- Contact details of two references
Applications should be sent via email on or before 23 May 2026 to:
- [email protected]
- With a copy to: [email protected]
Important Information
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview schedule via email.
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
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