Post-Doctoral Research Fellow | IISER Recruitment | Apply Online
Looking for advanced opportunities in Biology Research after completing your PhD? The latest IISER Berhampur Recruitment notification has announced two positions for Post-Doctoral Research Fellow under a prestigious Odisha Government-funded project. This opportunity is ideal for candidates from Biology, Bioinformatics and related disciplines who wish to contribute to cutting-edge biological and marine biodiversity research. With a fellowship, this position offers an excellent platform for high-impact Biology Research and scientific career advancement.
About the Institute
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Berhampur (IISER Berhampur) is an Institute of National Importance established under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute is dedicated to excellence in scientific education and interdisciplinary research across biological, chemical, physical, and computational sciences. IISER Berhampur has emerged as a growing research hub with strong emphasis on innovation, scientific discovery, and advanced research infrastructure. The institute actively supports national and state-funded research programs across diverse scientific domains.
Advertisement No. IISERBPR/BIO/OD/S&T/261125/091/PDRF
- Position Title: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (PDRF)
- Number of Positions: 02 (Two)
- Type of Engagement: Temporary
- Project Title: Diversity and Bioprospecting Analysis of Odisha’s Coastal and Marine Flora for Harnessing their Potential and Sustainable Conservation.
- Funding Agency File No: ST-BT-MISC-0033-2025-6104/ST
- IISER BPR Project No: IISERBPR/BIO/OD/S&T/261125/091
- Funding Agency: Science & Technology Department, Govt. of Odisha
- Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Vinay Bulusu, Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences.
- Qualification: Ph.D. in Biology, Bioinformatics or related areas.
- Consolidated Remuneration per Month: ₹58,000/- + HRA, if applicable
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive profiling of novel bioactive compounds.
- Perform metabolic profiling and compound characterization.
- Utilize GC-MS, LC-MS, NMR, HRMS, IR, UV, and HPLC techniques.
- Participate in genome mining and gene discovery studies.
- Analyze biological and biochemical datasets.
- Assist in project documentation and reporting.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary research activities.
How to Apply?
The biodata form in the prescribed format (copy attached) along with all supporting documents in a single pdf format (< 10 MB) with a brief mention of the research expertise has to be sent to the PI with the subject line “Application for the Position of Post-Doctoral Research Fellow against Advt. No. IISERBPR/BIO/OD/S&T/261125/091/PDRF dated June 02, 2026” to [email protected]
Last Date: Till positions are filled
Note
- For any information, please feel free to contact the PI by Email.
- The date and mode of walk-in-evaluation cum skill test will be informed only to the shortlisted candidates through email.
- Period of Engagement: Initially for one year. Can be extended based on the progress, performance, and requirements of the PI and fund availability.
Candidates seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow opportunity in advanced Biology Research should not miss this excellent opening under the latest IISER Berhampur Recruitment 2026. The project offers exposure to marine biodiversity, metabolomics, bioinformatics, genome mining, and advanced analytical techniques. With attractive fellowship support and the opportunity to work at a premier Institute of National Importance, this position provides an outstanding platform for researchers looking to strengthen their scientific careers and contribute to impactful biological discoveries.


































