Govt Project Associate Jobs | NIPGR Recruitment | Attend the Walk-In Interview
Want to contribute to cutting-edge plant science research that can help improve climate resilience in crops? The latest NIPGR Recruitment notification offers an exciting opportunity for candidates interested in Project Associate Jobs and an Agricultural Research Career. Selected candidates will work on a DST-INSPIRE funded project investigating heat stress, nitrogen sensing, and crop improvement strategies in wheat using advanced molecular biology approaches.
About the Institute
National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) is a premier research institute dedicated to plant genome analysis and biotechnology research. Located in New Delhi, the institute conducts advanced research in plant molecular biology, genetics, genomics, crop improvement, and biotechnology. NIPGR plays a significant role in developing scientific solutions for agriculture, food security, and climate resilience through innovative research programs.
- Position Title: Project Associate-I
- No. of Posts: 01
- Location: New Delhi
- Project: Investigating the role of TOR-TAP signaling module in heat stress and nitrogen sensing and uptake in plants and its utilization for improving wheat for climate resilience
- PI: Harsha Samtani
- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 35 years.
Qualifications
- Essential: Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: Candidates who have completed their M.Sc. dissertation in Plant Sciences/Plant Molecular Biology/Plant Biotechnology and are University rank holders with at least one first-author publication will be preferred.
Emoluments
₹31,000/- per month plus 27% HRA as per project sanction.
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates should appear for the walk-in-interview on the specified date with a duly filled application form, self-attested copies of educational and experience certificates, and original documents for verification.
Walk-in-Interview Details
- Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
- Time: 11:30 am onwards
- Venue: BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi-110067
- Candidates reporting after 11:00 a.m. will not be entertained.
Additional Details
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- No TA/DA is provided for attending the interview.
- This position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- Initially contracted for one year, the tenure may be adjusted based on performance.
- BRIC-NIPGR reserves the right to select based on qualifications and experience and may terminate the contract with one-month notice.
- The opportunity holds no claim for any regular position.
This NIPGR Recruitment notification presents an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking Project Associate Jobs and a long-term Agricultural Research Career. With exposure to advanced plant biotechnology research, crop improvement studies, and climate resilience projects, this position can significantly strengthen a candidate’s research profile and future career prospects in plant sciences and biotechnology.
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