Scientific Officer Jobs at ACTREC
Looking for Scientific Officer Jobs in India’s premier cancer research institute? Here’s an excellent opportunity for PhD-qualified life science professionals. ACTREC Jobs has announced recruitment for the prestigious Scientific Officer E (Translational Cancer Research) position under the Tata Memorial Centre. Offering an impressive starting salary of ₹78,800 plus Central Government allowances, this recruitment is ideal for researchers specializing in cancer biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and translational medicine. If you’re searching for Cancer Research careers and an opportunity for life science graduates with advanced qualifications, don’t miss this opening.
About ACTREC
The Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) is the research arm of the Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. Located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, ACTREC is internationally recognized for its excellence in Cancer Research, translational oncology, genomics, molecular biology, epidemiology, and clinical research. The institute provides state-of-the-art laboratories, interdisciplinary collaborations, and outstanding opportunities for researchers working toward innovative cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Scientific Officer E – Translational Cancer Research (Faculty Position)
- Advertisement No.: ACTREC/ADVT/A-04/2026
- Organisation: Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre (TMC)
- Department: Translational Cancer Research
- Location: Sector-22, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Employment Type: Permanent Faculty Position
- Vacancy: 01 (Unreserved)
Position Overview
The Scientific Officer E will establish and lead an independent translational cancer research program focused on clinically relevant cancer biology using advanced patient-derived model systems. The successful candidate will develop innovative research addressing rare, aggressive, and therapy-resistant cancers while collaborating with clinicians across the Tata Memorial Centre to translate laboratory discoveries into improved patient care.
The role also includes scientific leadership of ACTREC’s patient-derived organoid and xenograft facilities, supervision of doctoral students, teaching responsibilities, and active participation in institutional research initiatives.
Selected candidates will receive dedicated laboratory space and start-up research funding to establish their independent research programs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹78,800 per month
- Pay Level: Level-12, Cell-1 (7th Central Pay Commission)
Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical benefits
- Pension and retirement benefits as per Government of India norms
- Residential accommodation (subject to availability)
- Institutional financial support for participation in national and international conferences after successful completion of probation
- Research start-up funds
- Independent laboratory space
- Performance-based institutional incentives
Age Limit
Maximum age: 45 years (as on 19 June 2026)
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years (additional relaxation for reserved categories)
- Ex-servicemen – As per Government norms
- Tata Memorial Centre employees – Up to 5 years
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Ph.D. in:
- Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Molecular Biology
- Cancer Biology
- Or an equivalent discipline from a recognized university.
Experience Requirements
Candidates should have:
- Minimum 4 years of postdoctoral research experience after completion of the Ph.D.
- A strong independent research record supported by high-quality publications in internationally recognized peer-reviewed journals.
- Demonstrated expertise in translational cancer research and tumour cell biology.
- Evidence of conducting independent research as both first author and corresponding author.
Essential Research Expertise
The successful candidate should possess significant experience in:
- Translational Cancer Research
- Independent research in translational oncology.
- Development of clinically relevant cancer models.
- Tumour biology and cancer progression.
- Precision oncology and translational medicine.
Advanced Cancer Model Systems
Hands-on expertise in:
- Patient-Derived Organoids (PDOs)
- Patient-Derived Xenograft (PDX) models
- Functional preclinical cancer models
- Organoid culture and characterization
- Patient-derived experimental platforms
The selected candidate will provide scientific leadership for ACTREC’s PDO and PDX facilities.
Cancer Biology
Strong understanding of:
- Tumour cell biology
- Molecular oncology
- Cancer signalling pathways
- Drug response mechanisms
- Functional genomics
- Therapeutic vulnerability analysis
- Mechanisms of therapy resistance
Experience working on rare, aggressive, and therapy-resistant cancers is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Independent Research Program
- Establish and lead an internationally competitive independent translational cancer research laboratory.
- Design innovative research projects addressing clinically significant questions in cancer biology.
- Develop novel experimental approaches using patient-derived cancer models.
- Secure competitive national and international extramural research funding.
Patient-Derived Model Systems
- Provide scientific leadership for ACTREC’s organoid and xenograft research facilities.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain patient-derived organoid (PDO) platforms.
- Supervise patient-derived xenograft (PDX) studies.
- Implement advanced methodologies for translational and preclinical cancer research.
- Ensure high scientific and technical standards within shared research facilities.
Translational Research
- Conduct research aimed at translating laboratory findings into clinically relevant applications.
- Identify novel therapeutic targets and biomarkers.
- Evaluate mechanisms underlying drug resistance.
- Investigate therapeutic vulnerabilities in aggressive cancers.
- Facilitate bench-to-bedside research initiatives.
Scientific Collaboration
- Collaborate extensively with clinicians, oncologists, surgeons, and physician-scientists across Tata Memorial Centre.
- Develop multidisciplinary research projects integrating laboratory and clinical expertise.
- Build national and international scientific collaborations.
- Participate actively in institutional scientific programs and research initiatives.
Academic Responsibilities
- Supervise Ph.D. scholars registered under Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI) and other academic programs.
- Mentor postgraduate students, research fellows, and junior scientists.
- Develop and teach graduate-level courses.
- Participate in curriculum development and academic activities.
Research Leadership
- Advise institutional core facilities in areas related to translational cancer research.
- Contribute to institutional scientific committees.
- Promote collaborative research initiatives across departments.
- Assist in developing advanced technological platforms supporting cancer research.
Research Funding & Innovation
- Prepare competitive grant proposals for national and international funding agencies.
- Develop innovative research concepts capable of attracting external funding.
- Publish high-impact research findings in leading international scientific journals.
- Promote translational innovation with clinical relevance.
Required Technical Expertise
Candidates should possess expertise in:
- Patient-derived organoid technologies
- Patient-derived xenograft models
- Cell biology
- Molecular biology
- Cancer signalling pathways
- Functional genomics
- Drug response assays
- Precision oncology
- Translational medicine
- Experimental cancer therapeutics
- Tumour microenvironment research
Required Skills & Competencies
Scientific Skills
- Independent scientific thinking
- Experimental design
- Hypothesis-driven research
- Data interpretation
- Scientific writing
- Grant proposal development
Leadership Skills
- Research team leadership
- Laboratory management
- Student mentoring
- Scientific supervision
- Project management
Communication Skills
- Excellent scientific communication.
- High-quality publication record.
- Strong presentation and teaching abilities.
- Ability to establish interdisciplinary collaborations.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Scientific excellence.
- Innovation-driven mindset.
- Strong collaborative approach.
- Commitment to translational research.
- Ability to bridge laboratory discoveries with clinical applications.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit an online application along with:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal (maximum three pages)
- Copies of key publications from doctoral and postdoctoral research
- Evidence demonstrating independent research contributions
- Supporting academic and professional documents
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver an open scientific seminar followed by interactions with ACTREC faculty members and a final interview.
Additional Information
- The academic designation will be assigned after joining as per University Grants Commission (UGC) norms.
- Indian citizens, Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and eligible foreign nationals may apply.
- Candidates currently employed in Government, Autonomous Bodies, or Public Sector Organizations must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.
- The selected candidate may be transferred to any unit of Tata Memorial Centre based on institutional requirements and is expected to serve at the initial posting location for a minimum of five years before requesting a transfer.
CLICK HERE FOR OFFICAL NOTIFICATION
