NIBMG Recruitment | Project Scientist Position with ₹ 71,120 Pay | Apply Now
Looking for a high-impact Research Job in genomics and infectious disease surveillance? BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) has announced an exciting Project Scientist-I opening under the INSACOG expansion project. This NIBMG Recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates aiming to build a strong Life Sciences Career in microbial genomics, metagenomics, viral surveillance, and antimicrobial resistance research.
About the Institute
BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) is India’s first institution dedicated exclusively to biomedical genomics research, training, translation, and capacity building. Located in Kalyani, West Bengal near Kolkata, NIBMG operates under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. The institute played a major role in the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Consortium (INSACOG) during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to contribute to nationwide pathogen surveillance and genomics research. NIBMG is recognized for its advanced genomic research infrastructure and interdisciplinary scientific collaborations.
NIBMG/ADMIN/ESTB/2026-27/048
- Position Title: Project Scientist-I
- No. of Positions: 1
- Project Title: Expansion of INSACOG – Wastewater Surveillance of SARS-CoV-2, Emerging Pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance through Genomics-Based Methods
- Consolidated Remuneration [INR] per month: 56,000 + 27% HRA
About the Project
The INSACOG Expansion Project focuses on nationwide surveillance of emerging viral and bacterial pathogens using advanced genomics-based methods. The project aims to monitor SARS-CoV-2, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and other priority pathogens through wastewater surveillance, metagenomics, and genomic sequencing. Led by BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) under the INSACOG network, this initiative supports early disease detection, variant tracking, and public health preparedness across India.
Qualification
- Essential Qualifications: PhD in Life Science with experience in host/microbial genomics. Age limit: 35 yrs.
- Desirable Qualifications: Experience in wet lab methods for bacterial and viral identification and sequencing, metagenomic and antimicrobial resistance profiling. Peer-reviewed publications in the relevant field.
Nature of Duty
Coordination of the wet lab work pertaining to the project and preparing monthly reports as well as execution of different types of lab work on bacterial and viral DNA/RNA isolation and sequencing, metagenomic and culturomics study
How to Apply for this Research Job?
Interested candidates should submit the filled up form to [email protected] with a subject line “application for the post of (Name of the post) in the project “Expansion of INSACOG – Wastewater Surveillance of SARS-CoV-2, Emerging Pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance through Genomics-Based Methods”
Last Date to Apply: 02-06-2026 before 5pm.
Online Interview:
- This position is contractual, and appointment will be initially up to 08-04-2027, which is extendable depending upon performance and requirements of the project.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be sent the Interview Link (TEAMS).
- Please visit our website www.nibmg.ac.in for further information.
- If selected, you will be asked to produce all documents in original. If the documents don’t truly reflect what is mentioned in the advertisement, your candidature will be cancelled.
- The decision of NIBMG in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of application, mode of selection, and conduct of interviews will be final and binding on the candidates.
Candidates searching for a Research Job in genomics and infectious disease surveillance should strongly consider this opportunity at BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG). Working under the INSACOG expansion project can provide valuable exposure to advanced pathogen surveillance, genomic sequencing, and antimicrobial resistance research. This NIBMG Recruitment opportunity is ideal for researchers aiming to build a strong Life Sciences Career in genomics and public health research.
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