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Phd position for “The impact of diet and the ageing gut on inflammation, immunity and cognitive function”

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About The gut microbiota plays a central role in health, regulating immunity and brain function via the gut–brain–immune axis. Age-related changes in the microbiome are thought to drive immune dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and cognitive decline. Diet strongly influences microbiota composition, and fermentation of dietary fibre to short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) supports gut integrity, reduces inflammation, and may protect against inflammatory and neurodegenerative disorders. This project will investigate whether dietary interventions, such as increased fibre intake or SCFA supplementation, can mitigate age-associated changes in immune function and cognition. Using state-of-the-art technologies and high-dimensional data analysis, this PhD will explore the complex interplay between the gut, immune system and brain across the life course. Working with human samples and datasets, you will: Characterise relationships between gut microbiota, gut barrier function, systemic and peripheral immune inflammation, and cognitive performance Determine how age modulates these relationships and identify age-specific microbiota and immune signatures linked to cognitive health Evaluate the impact of dietary fibre or SCFA supplementation on gut microbiota, gut barrier integrity, immune activation, and cognition in older adults. This project will provide comprehensive, interdisciplinary training in human immunology, gut health, and cutting-edge cellular and molecular techniques. You will gain hands-on experience in primary human cell culture, full-spectrum flow cytometry, inflammatory profiling, metagenomics, assessment of gut permeability, and cognitive testing, alongside advanced quantitative skills in data analysis, including dimension reduction techniques and mixed linear models. By integrating experimental, bioinformatic, and translational approaches, this PhD will equip you with a versatile skill set relevant to academic, clinical, and industry careers in immunology and physiological research.  The project is in collaboration with Imperial College London and is part-funded by the Vivensa Foundation and Rosetrees Trust. Eligibility criteria Open to candidates who pay UK/home rate fees. See UKCISA for further information. Applicants should hold (or be about to obtain) a first or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area including; medical sciences, biomedical sciences, molecular biology, physiology, biochemistry or related disciplines. Scientific curiosity, strong communication and organisational skills, a proactive and flexible approach to work, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. An MSc/MRes in any biomedical research with merit or distinction and/or previous research experience in molecular or cell biology, or bioinformatics would be advantageous. You will need to meet the minimum entry requirements for our Biosciences and Medicine PhD. How to apply Applications should be submitted via the Biosciences and Medicine PhD.programme page. In place of a research proposal, you should upload a document stating the title of the project that you wish to apply for and the name of the relevant supervisor. Studentship FAQs Read our studentship FAQs to find out more about applying and funding. Application deadline 12 July 2026 Contact details Natalie Riddell 12 AY 02 Telephone: +44 (0)1483 686475 E-mail: n.riddell@surrey.ac.uk Apply Now

Project Associate-I position for a project titled- “Exploration, Collection and Characterization of Mizoram Chilli Germplasm Using Morphological, Biochemical and Molecular Approaches, and Screening for Anthracnose Resistance”

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Position Summary The Department of Biotechnology, Pachhunga University College (a constituent college of Mizoram University, NAAC A+), Aizawl, Mizoram, invites applications for one full-time Project Associate-I position under a research project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India. The project is titled “Exploration, Collection and Characterization of Mizoram Chilli Germplasm Using Morphological, Biochemical and Molecular Approaches, and Screening for Anthracnose Resistance.” The position is purely time-bound, with a project duration of three years. The salary is ₹33,000 + HRA (without NET) or ₹37,000 + HRA (with NET), as per government rules. The upper age limit is 30 years, relaxable by five years for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates and by three years for OBC candidates. The essential qualifications are an M.Sc. in Plant Pathology (Agri.), Botany, or Life Sciences-related disciplines with a minimum of 60% marks in the postgraduate examination; the candidate must also be fluent in the Mizo language. Desirable qualifications include research experience in plant pathogenic fungi isolation and culture, molecular techniques, and agricultural field experiments; willingness to travel across Mizoram; and NET (CSIR/UGC/ASRB) and GATE qualification in Life Science subjects. Selection is through an offline interview only, with no TA/DA paid. Interested candidates must email self-attested scanned copies of their certificates and mark sheets, along with the duly filled application (Annexure-I), to navaneeth.j@pucollege.edu.in. The key dates are: last date to apply — 7 July 2026; interview — 9 July 2026; tentative date of joining — 16 July 2026. The Principal Investigator is Dr. Navaneetha Krishnan J, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology (Mobile: 9445763012 / 8668165529).

Junior Research fellow position for a project titled- “Understanding ER stress-induced programmed cell death pathway and its role in stress responses of plants”

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Position Summary The Department of Plant Science, School of Biological Sciences, Central University of Kerala (Kasaragod), invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in an ANRF-ARG funded project titled “Understanding ER stress-induced programmed cell death pathway and its role in stress responses of plants” (Ref. No. CUK/PLS/PKK/ARG2025/HR-01). The Principal Investigator is Dr. Pramod Kandoth, Associate Professor, Department of Plant Sciences. The post is purely temporary, initially for one year, extendable till the completion of the project based on the selected candidate’s performance. The tenure is three years or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier. The fellowship is ₹37,000 + HRA per month for the first two years, increasing to ₹42,000 + HRA per month in the third year. The essential qualification is an M.Sc. in Plant Science, Botany, Genomics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology, with CSIR-UGC-NET/GATE qualification. Desirable: experience in bioinformatics analyses and molecular biology techniques will be given preference. The eligibility criteria require a Master’s degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (55% for OBC/ST/SC). The upper age limit is below 28 years as on the last date of application, with age relaxation as per Government of India rules. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Applicants must carry all original certificates at the interview/time of joining, and no TA will be paid.   Application Form

Recruitment for Assistant Professor in Department of Health Sciences

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Position Summary The Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ), NH-8, Bandarsindri, Kishangarh, Distt. Ajmer, Rajasthan, invites eligible candidates to walk-in interviews for the contractual appointment of Assistant Professors across various academic departments for the academic session 2026–27 (Advt. No. CURAJ/R/F.176/Rectt./2026/5996, dated 22 June 2026). Appointments are purely contractual, up to the last working day of the session or until further orders, whichever is earlier, with a consolidated salary of ₹60,000 per month and no other benefits. The departments and categories advertised include Mathematics (SC-01), Physics (UR-01 & OBC-01), Economics (EWS-01), Yoga (UR-01, specialization in Yoga Therapy/Yogic Science), Health Sciences (UR-01 & SC-01), Hotel & Tourism Management (UR-01 & OBC-01), Linguistics (OBC-01), Pharmacy (UR-01 & ST-01), Vocational Studies and Skill Development – Mechanical (UR-01) and Electronics & Communication (OBC-01), Sports Psychology (UR-01), and Architecture (UR-01). The general eligibility is a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with the prescribed percentages (typically 55% at Master’s and 60% in two preceding exams for UR, with relaxation for reserved categories) plus NET in the relevant subject; a Ph.D. awarded per Para 4.1(I)(A)(ii) of UGC Regulations 2018 exempts the NET requirement. Professional/discipline-specific criteria apply for Pharmacy, Hotel Management, Engineering/Vocational, and Architecture posts. Of note for life-science candidates, the Health Sciences department accepts Master’s in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pathology, Life Sciences, MLT, or allied disciplines with NET in Life Sciences (Ph.D. desirable). The walk-in interview dates range from 2 to 16 July 2026 (10:00 AM) at the respective Schools — for example, Pharmacy on 6 July; Mathematics and Physics on 7 July; Health Sciences, Architecture, and Engineering on 8 July; Yoga and Sports Psychology on 9 July; Linguistics on 10 July. Candidates must report with the application form and all documents in original plus one photocopy set. Full details and the application form are on www.curaj.ac.in.

Recruitment of Assistant Professor in Anatomy

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Position Summary The Faculty of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh, invites online applications from Indian nationals (including OCI cardholders) for two purely temporary Assistant Professor posts in the Paramedical College, Faculty of Medicine (Local Advt. No. FM/22/2026, dated 12 June 2026, as amended by Corrigendum D. No. 185/FM, dated 18 June 2026). The posts are: Assistant Professor (Dialysis Techniques) — 01 post, and Assistant Professor (Anatomy) — 01 post. The pay level is Assistant Professor: AL-10. Appointments are purely temporary and subject to termination at any time without notice or reason. As per the corrigendum, the revised essential qualifications are: for Dialysis Techniques, a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Dialysis Techniques with a minimum of 55% marks (relevant/allied: M.Sc. in Dialysis Therapy Technology, Dialysis Technology, Renal Replacement Therapy & Dialysis Technology, Renal Dialysis Technology, or Renal Sciences & Dialysis Therapy Technology, with minimum 55% marks); for Anatomy, a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Medical Anatomy with a minimum of 55% marks (relevant/allied: M.D./M.S./DNB in Anatomy). Both posts additionally require two research publications as first or corresponding author. A Ph.D. degree in the concerned paramedical subject is preferable. Following the corrigendum, the last date for online application forms is extended to 27 June 2026 (up to 11:59 PM), and the last date for the hard copy of the online-filled form is 6 July 2026 (not received after 4:00 PM). A non-refundable processing fee of ₹500 applies per form (PwD candidates exempt). The Local Selection Committee for eligible candidates will be held on 13 July 2026 in the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine — Dialysis Techniques at 12:00 noon (reporting 11:30 AM) and Anatomy at 12:30 PM (reporting 12:00 noon). No separate interview letter will be issued. Applications must be filed online via https://careers.amuonline.ac.in, with the hard copy and self-attested documents sent to the Office of the Dean, JNMC, AMU, Aligarh–202002.

Recruitment for Guest Teacher in Biochemistry

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Position Summary The Faculty of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh, invites online applications from Indian nationals (including OCI cardholders) for two purely temporary Guest Teacher posts in the Paramedical College, Faculty of Medicine (Local Advt. No. FM/23/2026, dated 13 June 2026, as amended by Corrigendum D. No. 186/FM, dated 18 June 2026). The posts are: Guest Teacher (Biochemistry) — 01 post, and Guest Teacher (Microbiology) — 01 post. The honorarium for each is ₹1,500 per lecture, subject to a maximum of ₹50,000 per month. Appointments are purely temporary and subject to termination at any time without notice or reason. As per the corrigendum, the revised essential qualifications are: for Biochemistry, a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Medical Biochemistry/Biochemistry/Biotechnology with a minimum of 55% marks (relevant/allied subject: M.D./DNB in Biochemistry); for Microbiology, an M.Sc. in Medical Microbiology/Microbiology/Biotechnology with a minimum of 55% marks (relevant/allied: M.D./DNB in Microbiology). Both posts additionally require two research publications as first or corresponding author. A Ph.D. degree in the concerned paramedical subject is preferable. Following the corrigendum, the last date for online application forms is extended to 29 June 2026 (up to 11:59 PM), and the last date for submission of the hard copy of the online-filled form is extended to 8 July 2026 (hard copies not received after 4:00 PM). A non-refundable processing fee of ₹500 applies per form (PwD candidates exempt with a valid disability certificate). The Local Selection Committee for eligible candidates will be held on 15 July 2026 in the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine — Biochemistry at 12:00 noon (reporting 11:30 AM) and Microbiology at 12:30 PM (reporting 12:00 noon). No separate interview letter will be issued. Applications must be filed online via https://careers.amuonline.ac.in, with the hard copy and self-attested documents sent to the Office of the Dean, JNMC, AMU, Aligarh–202002.

Project Coordinator position for a project titled- “Learning Initiative for Vitamin A and D Fortification Programming”

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Position Summary The Department of Food & Nutrition, School of Home Science, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), a Central University at Vidya Vihar, Rae Bareli Road, Lucknow, invites applications for three purely temporary positions under the research project “Learning Initiative for Vitamin A and D Fortification Programming” (session 2026–27). The project is a collaboration with PGIMER, Chandigarh; BBAU, Lucknow; ICMR-NIN, Hyderabad; FSSAI, New Delhi; and SJRI, Bengaluru (Letter No. 760/FN/SHS/BBAU/2026). The first post is Project Coordinator (01), with emoluments of ₹93,600/month for a duration of 10 months. The eligibility is a Ph.D. in Food and Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field (awarded or thesis submitted), with a strong research background in public health and nutrition; experience in project management, research coordination, field supervision, and stakeholder engagement is preferred. The second post is Senior Field Investigator cum Optometrist (01), at ₹45,000/month for 11 months. The eligibility is a Master’s degree in community nutrition, public health, social sciences, optometry (M.Optom.), or a related field, with a minimum of three years’ experience in community eye health programs or research projects. The third post is Field Assistant (01), at ₹20,000/month for 11 months. The essential qualification is a graduate degree from a recognized board; desirable: a valid LMV driving licence with driving experience, basic vehicle maintenance and office documentation knowledge, and familiarity with local/rural field logistics. The last date for application submission is 27 June 2026. Applicants must apply in the prescribed format (Annexure A) and upload details via the post-specific Google Form links provided, with supporting documents. Interviews are in hybrid mode; candidates must bring a filled application form, original documents with self-attested copies, a recent CV, and two passport photos. No TA/DA is paid. Co-PI: Prof. Neetu Singh.

Project Technical Support -II position for a project titled- “Exploring nuclear encoded mitochondrial genes in regulation of OXPHOS activity and its implication in metastasis and patients’ survival outcome in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC)”

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Position Summary The Department of Urology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, invites applications for one Project Technical Support-II position in a sanctioned research project funded by ICMR, New Delhi, titled “Exploring nuclear encoded mitochondrial genes in regulation of OXPHOS activity and its implication in metastasis and patients’ survival outcome in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC)” (Project Code P-14/0818). The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, with a maximum duration of three years. The fellowship is a fixed ₹20,000 per month plus 20% HRA. The upper age limit is 35 years for the general category, relaxable by 3 years for OBC and by 5 years for SC/ST, physically handicapped, and female candidates, as per Government of India rules. The essential qualification is a 3-year Graduate degree in a relevant subject plus 2 years of experience in a relevant subject, OR a first-class 12th in Science with a Diploma (MLT/DMLT/Engineering) plus five years of experience in the relevant subject/field. Desirable qualifications include a postgraduate degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular & Human Genetics, Zoology, Animal Science, or Life Sciences, with experience in fundamental techniques in cell and molecular biology, cancer biology, and proficiency in data analysis and biostatistics. Interested candidates may apply by email and must also submit a hard copy by speed post, enclosing complete bio-data with educational and research details, personal information, and self-attested copies of all mark-sheets, degree certificates, and supporting documents (from High School onwards). The application must reach Dr. Yashasvi Singh (Principal Investigator), Department of Urology, Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi–221005 (Email: yashasvisingh075@gmail.com), within 21 days from the date of advertisement (16 June 2026). Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by email for an online or physical interview. No TA/DA will be paid if called for a physical interview.

Young Professional-II for the project entitled “Popularize Biointensive Farming in Eastern Uttar Pradesh through Synergy of Sun-Planet-Satellite Model in Technology Transfer Ecosystem”

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Position Summary The Department of Extension Education, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, invites applications for one Young Professional-II (YP-II) position in a research project titled “Popularize Biointensive Farming in Eastern Uttar Pradesh through Synergy of Sun-Planet-Satellite Model in Technology Transfer Ecosystem.” The project is funded by the Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR), Lucknow, for a period of two years. The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The emolument is ₹42,000 per month (consolidated). The age limit is a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 45 years on the date of interview, with relaxation of 5 years for female/SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Divyang (PwD) candidates as per government rules. The essential qualification is an M.Sc. (Ag) degree in Extension Education, Agricultural Extension, or Horticulture, with a four-year Bachelor’s degree. Desired qualifications include experience in field work, basic computer knowledge, and a valid driving licence. Interested candidates may apply in the prescribed format (Annexure-I), along with self-attested scanned copies of original documents and experience certificates, via email to upcarproject26@gmail.com within 21 days from the date of advertisement (15 June 2026). After screening, eligible candidates will be informed of the interview date and time by return mail and must appear for a walk-in interview at the Department of Extension Education, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, BHU, Varanasi–221005. YP-II will initially be appointed for one year, extendable based on performance. Selected candidates must produce all original documents and a medical fitness certificate at the time of joining, and will have no claim to regular appointment or absorption. No TA/DA is paid for the interview or joining; canvassing leads to disqualification. The PI is Dr. Shubhadeep Roy (Associate Professor). All legal disputes fall under Varanasi jurisdiction.

Project Research Scientist-l (Non-Medical) position for a project titled- “Copy number variations (CNVs) based novel diagnostic biomarkers of human male infertility”

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Position Summary Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, invites applications for one Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) position in a sanctioned research project funded by ICMR, New Delhi, titled “Copy number variations (CNVs) based novel diagnostic biomarkers of human male infertility” (Project No. P-14/0273). The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, with a maximum duration of one year. The fellowship is a fixed ₹56,000 per month plus 20% HRA. The upper age limit is 35 years, relaxable by 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates; all things being equal, SC/ST candidates will be preferred as per GoI rules. The essential qualification is one of the following: (1) a First Class Postgraduate degree, including integrated PG degrees; (2) a Second Class Postgraduate degree, including integrated PG degrees, with a PhD; or (3) for Engineering/IT/CS, a First Class four-year Graduate degree. Desirable qualifications give preference to candidates with experience in human semen sample examination and NGS data analysis. Interested candidates may send their application on plain paper or by email, stating full bio-data along with educational details, and attaching self-attested copies of all relevant mark-sheets and certificates from High School onwards. Applications must reach Dr. Vijay K. Sonkar (Co-PI), Department of Molecular & Human Genetics, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi–221005, either by registered/speed post or by email (vijaysonkar@bhu.ac.in), within 21 days from the date of advertisement. The project’s Principal Investigator is Prof. Sameer Trivedi (Department of Urology, Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU), with Dr. Vijay K. Sonkar as Co-PI. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for an online or physical interview. No TA/DA will be paid if called for a physical interview.

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