Life science jobs and research positions worldwide
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Latest life science research jobs
Fresh openings from universities, research institutes, hospitals and biotech companies, posted as soon as they are announced.
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Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical) (01 Post), Project Technical Support – III (01 Post) ,Project Technical Support – II (01 Post), Project Technical Support – I (01 Post)
- AIIMS Rishikesh
- AIIMS Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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Animal Science
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Project Research Scientist-I (Non Medical) – PRIDE-INDIA: Pituitary Registry for Investigation of Disease Epidemiology, Clinico-Radiological Characteristics and Outcome: A multicentric prospective cohort study among major centers of India.
- AIIMS Jodhpur
- AIIMS Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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Animal Science
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Project Technical Support-III – “To determine the frequency of clinically important blood group antigens and risk of alloimmunization in sickle cell disease patients: A multicentric study from India”
- AIIMS Bhubaneswar
- AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Animal Science
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Project Research Scientist-I (Non Medical)- “Assessing Phenytoin and Levetiracetam Efficacy, Cost-Effectiveness and CYP2C9/SV2A Polymorphism in Early Post-Traumatic Seizures: A Multicentric Prospective Randomized Trial.”
- AIIMS Jodhpur
- AIIMS Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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Research Associate -I – Exploring Collaborative Translational & Implementation Avenues in Multiple Myeloma: Genomic Biomarkers, Targeted Therapeutics, and Non-Invasive Response Monitoring
- AIIMS New Delhi
- AIIMS, New Delhi, India
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Animal Science
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Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) – “Efficacy of Allogenic Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Reducing Fibrosis and Enhancing Muscle Regeneration in Patients with Oral Submucous Fibrosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial”
- AIIMS New Delhi
- AIIMS, New Delhi, India
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Post-doc (assistant professor F/M)
- University of Warsaw
- University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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Animal Science
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Scholarship student/scholarship student
- Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań
- Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poznań, Poland
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Animal Science
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Scholarship holder – PhD student (2)
- Jagiellonian University
- Jagiellonian University, Kraków, Poland
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Animal Science
Browse life science jobs by role
From your first project post after a master's to a permanent scientist position, every step of a research career has its own openings.
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Fellowships on funded research projects, usually after an MSc with NET, GATE or a project interview.
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Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
The step after JRF, with a higher stipend and more independence in the lab.
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Project assistant
Short-term posts on sponsored research projects, open to many BSc and MSc graduates.
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Research assistant
Hands-on bench work in university labs, research institutes and hospitals.
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Young professional
Contract posts at government research councils and institutes for graduates and postgraduates.
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359 open
PhD positions
Funded PhD studentships and doctoral programmes at universities in Europe, India and beyond.
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70 open
Postdoc positions
Postdoctoral fellowships and research associate posts for early-career scientists.
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Scientist
Scientist, staff scientist and senior research roles in institutes and industry.
Life science research positions by country
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Life science research jobs: frequently asked questions
Quick answers about roles, eligibility and applying for research positions.
What are life science research jobs?
Life science research jobs are paid positions in biological research: JRF and SRF fellowships, project and research assistant posts, PhD studentships, postdoctoral fellowships and scientist roles at universities, research institutes, hospitals and biotech or pharmaceutical companies.
Where can I find life science research positions abroad?
Use the country pages on this site to browse research positions in Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Australia and Poland, or type a country into the location box when you search.
What is the difference between a JRF and an SRF?
A Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) is the entry-level research fellowship, usually held for the first two years on a project or towards a PhD. After that, fellows can be upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) on the basis of their progress, with a higher monthly stipend.
Which qualifications do I need for life science research jobs?
It depends on the role. Project and research assistant posts are often open to BSc and MSc graduates, JRF posts usually ask for an MSc plus NET, GATE or a project-specific selection, PhD positions need a master's degree in most countries (a bachelor's is enough in some), and postdoc positions need a PhD. Each listing states the exact eligibility.
Is it free to search for jobs here?
Yes. Searching, reading and saving listings is free. You apply directly to the employer through the official advertisement linked on each listing.
How often are new life science jobs added?
New research positions are added every day. Join the WhatsApp channel for your career stage to get them on your phone, or save interesting jobs and come back to them later.
Can you help with my CV, cover letter or SOP?
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How do I post a research position as an employer?
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