Project Associate I & Junior Research Fellow

This role is ideal for highly motivated young researchers holding a 4-year Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences (e.g., Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Environmental Sciences) with a minimum of 55% marks. Candidates who have qualified national-level examinations such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, DBT-JRF, or ICMR-JRF are strongly encouraged to apply, as they will be eligible for higher emoluments. Individuals with desirable research experience in antimicrobial research, natural products, metabolomics, or 'omics' approaches, and those familiar with advanced instrumentation, will find this a suitable opportunity to contribute to a funded research project.

Candidates seeking permanent government employment should not apply, as this is a project-specific contractual position with a maximum duration of 36 months, subject to annual renewal. Those without the specified academic qualifications in Life Sciences or a genuine interest in research related to sustainable antimicrobials will find this role unsuitable. Individuals exceeding the age limit of 50 years (without applicable relaxation) are also not eligible.

Working as a Project Associate-I or Junior Research Fellow at Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, a Central University, provides valuable exposure to academic research within a reputable institution. The project, funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) Program, offers a strong foundation for a career in scientific research and development. It can serve as an excellent stepping stone for candidates aspiring to pursue a Ph.D. program, as the selected candidate may be considered for enrollment based on the institute's eligibility criteria.