Life Science Fellowship at BHU | Candidates Apply Now
Are you looking for a Life Science Fellowship with one of India’s premier universities? Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has announced Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies under a prestigious DBT-funded research project. Candidates with qualifications in Botany, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Plant Science, and other Life Science disciplines can apply for this excellent Life Science Fellowship opportunity. Explore the eligibility, fellowship, qualifications, application process, and other important details below. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking BHU Careers and JRF positions in cutting-edge research.
About the Institute
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is one of India’s most prestigious central universities, renowned for excellence in higher education and research. The Institute of Science, Department of Botany, conducts cutting-edge research in plant sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, and environmental biology. Supported by national funding agencies like the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), BHU provides outstanding research infrastructure and excellent opportunities for students and researchers pursuing Life Science Fellowship, BHU Careers, and JRF positions in advanced biological sciences.
BHU Careers 2026
Applications are invited from eligible and motivated candidates for two (02) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in a Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India-funded research project under the supervision of Dr Prashant Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi.
Project Details
- Project Title: Integrating Phylogenomics and Metabolomics: A Polyphasic Approach to Heterocytous Cyanobacterial Systematics and Functional Characterisation
- Funding Agency: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India
- Host Laboratory: Laboratory of Cyanobacterial Systematics and Stress Biology, Department of Botany, Institute of Science, BHU, Varanasi
- Project Duration: 3 Years
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Number of Positions: 02
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the isolation and cultivation of heterocytous cyanobacteria.
- Perform polyphasic characterisation using morphological, molecular, phylogenomic, and metabolomic approaches.
- Conduct field sampling and laboratory experiments.
- Perform data analysis and interpretation.
- Prepare research reports and scientific publications.
- Support ongoing research activities in the DBT-funded project.
Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- JRF/NET/GATE qualification.
- M.Sc. degree in:
- Botany
- Microbiology
- Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Applied Microbiology
- Plant Science
- Life Science
- Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade.
Experience
Preference will be given to candidates having practical experience in:
- Microbiological techniques
- Molecular biology techniques
- Cyanobacterial or algal culture handling
- DNA extraction
- PCR
- Sequence analysis
- Bioinformatics
- Metabolomics
- Related laboratory techniques
Skills Needed
- Laboratory research skills
- Molecular biology techniques
- Microbiology expertise
- Data analysis
- Scientific writing
- Research documentation
- Field sampling
- Bioinformatics knowledge
- Metabolomics techniques
- Teamwork and communication skills
Fellowship
- ₹37,000 per month + 18% HRA (First two years as JRF)
- ₹42,000 per month + 18% HRA (Third year as SRF)
- As per DBT norms.
Age Limit
As per DBT guidelines.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026 (11:59 PM)
Application Process
Interested candidates should:
- Submit the online application through the prescribed Google Form.
- Upload:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Updated CV
- Self-attested academic certificates and mark sheets
- Valid JRF/NET/GATE certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Other supporting documents
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview.
General Instructions
- Shortlisting will be based on academic credentials, research experience, technical expertise, and project requirements.
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- The appointment is temporary and contractual for one year, extendable annually up to three years based on performance and project funding.
- Selected candidates are expected to join within 15 days of receiving the appointment offer.
If you are searching for a Life Science Fellowship, this BHU Careers opportunity offers an excellent chance to work on a prestigious DBT-funded Junior Research Fellow (JRF) project in cyanobacterial systematics and metabolomics. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before 31 July 2026 and take the next step toward a rewarding research career in the life sciences.
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