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Searching for Young Professional Jobs in a leading government-funded research institute? The latest MACS ARI Recruitment offers a fantastic opportunity for Life Sciences graduates to work on fungal diversity, taxonomy, systematics, and bioinformatics research. Candidates looking to strengthen their Life Sciences Career with practical research experience should not miss this opportunity.
About the Institute
MACS Agharkar Research Institute is an autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. Located in Pune, the institute is known for its contributions to biodiversity, life sciences, agriculture, microbiology, environmental science, and biotechnology research. The institute provides advanced research facilities and promotes high-quality scientific innovation.
ADVT/RecT/AMAAS-ICAR/05/SP-355/2026-27
- Position Title: Young Professional I (1 No.)
- Funding Agency: AMAAS-ICAR-SP-355
- Project Title: “Fungal Diversity, taxonomic, characterization and Identification”.
- Period of the Project: Period up to: 31/12/2026.
- Post Code: AMAAS-ICAR-05-2026-27-YPI
- PI: Dr. S.K. Singh, Scientist ‘G’, PI
- Co-PI: Dr. Shiwali Rana, Scientist ‘B’ Co-PI
- Group/ Division: Biodiversity and Palaeobiology (Fungi) Group
Qualifications
- Essential: Bachelor’s Degree (1st Class) in Life Sciences preferably in botany/ biotechnology/ Microbiology or related subjects.
- Desirable: Master’s degree in Life Sciences preferably in botany/ biotechnology/ Microbiology or related subjects. Experience in fungal isolation, culturing and preservation, fungal taxonomy, nomenclature and systematics. Working knowledge of bioinformatics tools for sequence alignment and phylogenetic tree construction.
Monthly Stipend
Rs. 30000/- Fixed
Age Limit
Minimum of 21 years and maximum of 45 years as of the closing date of the advertisement. (Relaxation will be applicable for the OBC, SC, ST, etc. categories according to the Government of India regulations.)
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates must submit their application through the Online Application Portal before the deadline.
Last Date to Apply: 24/06/2026
Terms & Conditions
- A shortlist of candidates for online interview will be displayed on the Institute website
- Day, Date & time of Online Interview: 30.06.2026 at 10:30 am onwards (Online)
- No T.A. is admissible for interviews, and selected candidates will have no right for appointment against any ARI or funding agency’s post/s.
- Non-refundable application fee of ₹100/- (except SC/ST/Divyang/Women Candidates) to be paid online through https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect. Candidates should attach the online payment receipt for fees and indicate the receipt number in the application form.
- The prescribed essential qualifications are minimum, and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview.
- In the case of deserving and exceptionally qualified candidates, desirable qualifications are relaxed at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
- The Positions/ requirements are purely on a contractual basis. The selected candidates may be assigned to another project based on Institutional requirements.
- The Candidate has the option to appear for an interview in Hindi language as well.
The MACS ARI Recruitment 2026 notification presents an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking Young Professional Jobs and a rewarding Life Sciences Career. With exposure to fungal biodiversity research, taxonomy, microbiology, and bioinformatics, this position offers valuable research experience at one of India’s premier scientific institutions.
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