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Project Technical Support-III position for the Project Development of pitcher plant-inspired liquid-infused and multi-modal bioselective implant coatings for combating implant-associated infections and bone losses

Applications are invited from interested and motivated candidates for the posts of Project Technical Support-III for the ICMR-funded project in the School of Bio Sciences & Technology (SBST), Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)-Vellore- 632014, Tamil Nadu.   Title of the Project : Development of pitcher plant-inspired liquid-infused and multi-modal bioselective implant coatings for combating implant-associated infections and bone losses (No. EMDR/IG/14/2025-00837, Dt. 28.01.2026). Qualification : First class Post Graduation (PG) degree in relevant subjects (Biotechnology/ Biosciences/ Material Science/ Chemistry) or related disciplines from a recognized university. A minimum of one year of research experience will be desirable. Mandatory Skills : Candidates having experience in maintaining laboratory records and compliance documentation; supporting sample handling, data management, and project reviews; and willingness to travel co-PIs’ labs located in different parts of the country. In addition, if candidates having experience in laboratory skills like material coating, biochemical and microbiological assays, microbial culture maintenance, reagent handling, and assistance with animal experiments will be an added advantage. Stipend : Rs. 28,000/- + 10% HRA per month, stipend will be as per Institute norms. No. of Vacancies : 01 Post Age Limit (if any) : Not exceeding 35 years Sponsoring Agency : Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India. Duration : 1 Year and extendable to 3 years based on performance Principal Investigator   : Dr. Debasish Mishra, Professor, School of Bio Sciences & Technology (SBST) Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) Vellore -632 014, Tamil Nadu.                                  Co-Principal Investigator   : 1. Dr. Rupesh K. Srivastava, Additional Professor, Department of Biotechnology All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029.       2. Dr. Nagarajan Selvamurugan, Professor, Department of Biotechnology SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu-603203     3. Dr. Ramesh Nachimuthu, Professor, School of Bio Sciences & Technology (SBST) Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) Vellore -632 014, Tamil Nadu.            Send your resume along with relevant documents pertaining to the details of qualifications, scientific accomplishments, experience (if any) and latest passport size photo etc. on or before (27/02/2026) through online http://careers.vit.ac.in No TA and DA will be paid for appearing the interview. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at a later date which will be intimated by email. The selected candidate will be expected to join at the earliest. Department: JRF Recruitment Skills Required: Candidates having experience in maintaining laboratory records and compliance documentation; supporting sample handling, data management, and project reviews; and willingness to travel co-PIs’ labs located in different parts of the country. In addition, if candidates having experience in laboratory skills like material coating, biochemical and microbiological assays, microbial culture maintenance, reagent handling, and assistance with animal experiments will be an added advantage.  

Project Associate-I position for the Project “Building an Artificial Intelligence-based Vaccine Discovery System-Applications in Personalized Neoantigen-related Immunotherapy for Treatment of Cancers”

  Name of Post Project Associate-I Number of Post 01 (One) Name of Project “Building an Artificial Intelligence-based Vaccine Discovery System-Applications in Personalized Neoantigen-related Immunotherapy for Treatment of Cancers”. Name of Sponsoring Agency Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Duration of the Position 03 Years Fellowship / Monthly Compensation Rs. 31,750/- per month with HRA Essential Qualifications Masters (Ph.D./M.Tech./B.Tech/M.Sc) in Bioinformatics, IT, Computer Science.   Degree Major: Bioinformatics/Computer Sciences, IT, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences or Statistics, Agriculture, Veterinary, Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering & Technology with a minimum of 60% (or equivalent CGPA) from a recognized University.   Good in Programming.   NET / NET-LS, GATE qualified candidates would be given priority. Age Limit As per Funding Agency Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to send their detailed CV within 15 days of this advertisement through email to krawal@amity.edu with cc to  sushils@amity.edu. Please mention ‘(Project Associate-I)-AIB’ in the subject line. No TA/ DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.

PhD positions in Bifidobacterial Genomics and Biology

Description Applications are invited from individuals interested in enrolling in a PhD research programme as part of the bifidobacterial research group located at APC Microbiome Ireland & School of Microbiology, University College Cork, Ireland, and supported by and in collaboration with Danone Research & Innovation, Utrecht, The Netherlands. We are looking for highly motivated candidates for two PhD vacancies. The ideal candidate should be recently graduated (ideally H1 or equivalent) BSc and MSc students in Genetics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics or a cognate area, willing to further develop molecular microbiological, ‘omics’ and bioinformatic skills. Ideally, candidates should possess hands-on experience in molecular (micro)biological and/or bioinformatic skills. The anticipated research of the PhD students will investigate the molecular mechanisms underpinning preferential carbohydrate metabolism (position 1) or the study of viability states, as relevant to selected human-associated bifidobacteria. A list of publications from the bifidobacterial research group is available here: https://scholar.google.com/citations?authuser=1&user=StI8gy0AAAAJ Key duties, responsibilities and abilities (other than those already mentioned above) Excellent communication, organisation, interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team. The dissemination of results at conferences and through scientific articles. Attendance at postgraduate training courses. Regular reporting of research data. Occasional laboratory supervision of Bachelor or Master students. Required qualifications A recent postgraduate degree (BSc, MSc) in (molecular) genetics, bioinformatics, (molecular) microbiology, computational biology, bioinformatics, biotechnology or a related discipline (ideally H1 or equivalent). Understanding of and/or practical experience in biological systems and bacterial genomics. Previous experience in working with next generation sequencing data would be an advantage. Ideally: Programming skills (Bash/Perl/Python; can be basic) or general interest in bioinformatics. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide an English proficiency certificate. Please check the minimum requirements at: https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/english/. Funding Details and Further information This full-time PhD position is funded for 4 years including a stipend of €25,000 per annum. The studentship will also cover fees at the rate for EU students. Enrolment in PhD degree programme is subjected to academic approval. Informal enquiriesabout the PhD positions can be made by email to Professor Van Sinderen (d.vansinderen@ucc.ie) or Professor Jan Knol (Jan.Knol@danone.com). To Apply: To Apply (for either of the two PhD positions): Please email the following information to Catherine O’Leary (catherine.oleary@ucc.ie) as a single PDF file: A one-page cover letter outlining relevant experience and motivation to participate in a PhD degree programme. A Curriculum Vitae including your education history, courses, awards and skills (in English and inclusive of academic grades and contact details for at least two references). The deadline for applications is 5pm, Friday 6thof March 2026. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Please quote “PhD position in bifidobacterial genomics and biology” on the subject line of your email.

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