Govt Life Science Jobs at NIFTEM-T
Looking for Govt Life Science Jobs in India’s premier food science and biotechnology sector? The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T) has announced an exciting Walk-In-Interview for Young Professional (YP), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), and Project Assistant (PA) positions under multiple externally funded research projects. This NIFTEM-T Recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates from Food Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, and related disciplines to build a rewarding research career in food technology and life sciences.
About NIFTEM-T
National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T) is one of India’s premier institutions dedicated to education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in food technology and allied sciences. Functioning under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India, NIFTEM-T conducts advanced research in food science, biotechnology, nutrition, food engineering, quality assurance, and sustainable food systems. Through regular NIFTEM-T Recruitment notifications, the institute offers excellent career opportunities for professionals seeking Multiple Life Science Jobs in academic and industrial research.
Multiple Life Science Jobs – Walk-In-Interview Details
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-T) |
| Recruitment Type | NIFTEM-T Recruitment |
| Mode | Walk-in-Interview |
| Interview Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 AM |
| Venue | NIFTEM-T, Pudukkottai Road, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu |
Multiple Life Science Job Role Details:
1. Young Professional (YP)
| Particulars | Details |
| Project | Development of Siddha based Energy Dense Nutritional Supplement (EDNS) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹45,000 (Consolidated) |
| Project Duration | 6 Months |
| Essential Qualification | M.Tech or M.Sc. in Food Process Engineering, Food Technology, Agricultural Process Engineering, Food Engineering and Management, Food and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biosciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Post-Harvest Technology/Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Food Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Food Process Technology, Food Safety Quality & Quality Assurance, Processing and Food Engineering, Agricultural Processing, Food Science and Nutrition, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Technology and Management, Food Process Engineering and Management, Food Plant Operations and Management, Food Safety and Quality Management, Food Supply Chain Management, or Dairy Technology. |
| Experience Required | Minimum 1 year of industrial experience in food processing, food manufacturing, dairy, bakery, beverage, or allied food industry. |
| Desirable | Experience in Design of Experiments (DoE), data analysis, formulation optimization, process control, pilot-scale trials, food safety and quality analysis, technical writing, data presentation, food regulations and standards, product development, and industry-oriented research projects. |
2. Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
| Particulars | Details |
| Project | Utilization of selected seaweed for the development of functional food product (GAP-94) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹37,000 + HRA (as applicable) |
| Project Duration | Up to 10.09.2027 |
| Essential Qualification | M.Tech./M.Sc. Degree (4 years of UG + 2 years of PG) in Food Process Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Food Technology, or Food Process Technology. |
3. Project Assistant (PA)
| Particulars | Details |
| Project | Valorization of food industry waste for production of cellulose derivatives and its application as food additives (GAP-88) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹25,000 + 10% HRA |
| Project Duration | Up to 03.09.2027 |
| Essential Qualification | B.Tech in Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Material Science. |
4. Project Assistant (PA)
| Particulars | Details |
| Project | Assessment of a cloud-based traceability software platform (STG-09) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Project Duration | 6 Months |
| Essential Qualification | B.Tech./M.Tech. in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Process Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Food Process Technology, Food Safety and Quality Assurance, or Chemical Engineering. |
General Instructions
- Age Limit (as on interview date):
- Men: 35 years
- Women: 40 years
- Application Fee:
- ₹500
- SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates are exempted.
- Candidates should fill the application form in the prescribed format available on the Institute website.
- Bring the filled application form along with all relevant documents and certificates for verification.
- Candidates must appear in person on 10th July 2026 with:
- Original certificates
- OBC/SC/ST/PH certificates (if applicable)
- Grade cards/Mark sheets
- Publications (if any)
- Two passport-size photographs
- Updated CV
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- Appointments are purely temporary and project-based.
- Selected candidates will work six days a week, except second Saturdays and Government holidays.
- Engagement will continue till completion of the respective project and may be terminated as per project requirements or performance.
- The Institute reserves the right to revise, reschedule, cancel, suspend, or withdraw the recruitment process or advertised posts without assigning any reason.
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