Junior Research Fellow position for a project titled: “Deciphering the nutritional and nutraceutical potential of Naga fermented soybean Axone/Akhuni for development of value-added products”

Job Title
Junior Research Fellow

Number of Posts
One post

Project Title
“Deciphering the nutritional and nutraceutical potential of Naga fermented soybean Axone/Akhuni for development of value-added products.”

Project Duration
3 years

Employment Type
Temporary contractual post. The posts are purely temporary and will be filled on a contractual basis for an initial period of one year or project duration whichever is earlier, which may be extended on a yearly basis after satisfactory performance of the incumbent till termination of the scheme. There is no provision of re-engagement after termination of the scheme. Selected candidates shall not claim for regular appointment at this institute as the fellowship is co-terminus with the respective scheme.

Salary
37,000/- + HRA per month for candidates qualified through NET/GATE or any National Eligibility Test (as per DST/DBT OM No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated 26.06.2022).

Location
Division of Biochemistry, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012

Qualifications

• Essential Qualifications: M.Sc. or M.Tech (including Integrated M.Tech 4+2) in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Plant Biochemistry/ Life Sciences/ Food Science or relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• NET/GATE not mandatory.
• Desirable: Experience in food biochemistry, extrusion/functional analysis, biochemical techniques etc.

Age Limit
Maximum 35 years for Project Associate-I. Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST/Women candidates as per Government of India rules.

Walk-in Interview Date
17th August, 2026

How to Apply

• A walk-in interview will be held on 17th August, 2026.
• Candidates interested in research with the qualifications given may report for interview at 09:30 A.M. on 17th August, 2026 at Division of Biochemistry, ICAR-IARI, Pusa Campus, New Delhi – 110012.
• The time for interview will be allotted separately to each candidate after verifying the certificate.
• Required Documents to Bring:
• Bio-data as per the format given in Annexure-I, with a recent passport-size photograph affixed on the bio-data.
• Self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets of 10th, 12th, Under-graduation, Post-graduation (M.Sc./M.Tech).
• Any other relevant certificates (experience/NET/GATE/BET, if applicable).
• No objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer, if working.
• Bio-data must clearly indicate academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard up to the highest qualification, with percentage/OGPA, distinctions/medals (if any), and relevant research experience.
• Incomplete bio-data or failure to provide marks and supporting self-attested certificates will lead to non-consideration of academic score and may result in rejection of the candidature.