Research Associate II position for a project titled- “Molecular studies of pharmacologically active antiviral molecules in Gau mutra distillate and drug extract against Chikungunya and Dengue”

Position Summary

The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, has issued an advertisement dated 9th June 2026 inviting applications from Indian nationals only for a project position under the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering. The position is for a Research Associate II (RA-II) (1 position), under the Principal Investigator Prof. Shailly Tomar, for the project titled “Molecular studies of pharmacologically active antiviral molecules in Gau mutra distillate and drug extract against Chikungunya and Dengue,” sponsored by the Ministry of Ayush, Research & Innovation in Ayush (AYURGYAN Scheme), New Delhi.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Biosciences and Bioengineering, Virology, Microbiology, or a related subject, with at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.

Emoluments: Rs. 61,000 plus 9% HRA, for a duration of 12 months. The job description includes molecular biology, cloning, expression, basics of molecular virology, cDNA preparation, RT-PCR, mammalian cell culture, in vitro cell-based assays related to virus propagation and quantification, and protein production and purification.

Interested candidates must submit a plain-paper application with a detailed CV (including chronological details of degrees/certificates), experience details (research, industrial, or other), and attested copies of degrees/certificates and experience certificates, via email, post, or in person at the interview. Original documents must be produced at the time of interview for verification. Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications and experience, and no TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.

The last date for application submission is 25th June 2026 by 5:00 pm (not applicable for walk-in interview). The interview will be held at the Biosciences and Bioengineering Department Committee Room on 29th June 2026 at 10 AM (applicable only for walk-in interview). Contact: Tel. 01332-285849; Email: shailly.tomar@bt.iitr.ac.in.