Junior Research Fellow position for a project entitled: “Identification of novel effectors and their role in Plasmodium falciparum”

Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi- 110067

Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (01 position) in an ANRF (SERB)-funded project entitled: “Identification of novel effectors and their role in Plasmodium falciparum“.
The selected candidate will be appointed purely on a temporary basis for one year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance.
Salary: 
₹ 37,000 per month + HRA as per funding agency norms.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
Master’s degree in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Animal Biology or a related discipline, with a strong academic record.
Desirable:
Candidates with a biology background should possess experience in host-parasite interactions, drug discovery, cell biology, biochemistry, and microscopy. Knowledge of and skills in biophysical techniques, site-directed mutagenesis, Cryo-EM/TEM/SEM/IEM, in vitro tRNA translation, and computational biology with experience in protein structure, protein-protein docking, and protein-RNA docking are highly desirable. Good oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work independently as well as in a team, are expected. Preference will be given, on a case-by-case basis, to candidates with first-hand experience in protein structural biology and computational biology, and with more than two years of laboratory experience.

Tenure and Appointment:
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (Online mode). The selected candidate will be appointed on a purely temporary basis for one year, with the possibility of extension up to the end of the SERB project tenure (maximum 3 years). Extension will be subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by the Principal Investigator.

Application Process:
Application Start Date: Thursday, 08 October 2026.
Application End Date: Monday, 19 October 2026.
Intimation of Short-listed Candidates: Wednesday, 21 October 2026

Interested candidates may apply by sending an application along with a brief resume (clearly mentioning essential and desirable qualifications) and supporting testimonials, preferably as a single PDF file, to the email address given below. The subject line of the email should read:
“Application for the Post of JRF in SERB Project”
The application must include the candidate’s name, date of birth/age, address, essential/technical/professional qualifications, experience, research work, contact number, and the email addresses of two referees. It should reach the undersigned by email (arlabrecruitment[at]gmail[dot]com) on or before 19 October 2026, 11:59 PM, IST.

Contact:
Prof. Anand Ranganathan
Lab No. 3E (F)
Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi- 110067
Email: arlabrecruitment[at]gmail[dot]com

Important Notes:
1.    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. No other communication in this regard will be entertained.
2.    Details regarding the interview will be communicated via email.
3.    If performance is found unsatisfactory, the appointment is liable to be terminated at any time without prior notice.
4.    No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

School of Environmental Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi -110067

Applications are invited for the position of Project Associate–I under a project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India, through the Advance Research Grant (ARG) scheme, as per the details given below:

Title of the project: “Critical and Strategic Mineral Prospectivity in the Bangriposhi Sector, Northern Odisha: Tectono-Magmatic Insights from the Singhbhum Craton-North Singhbhum Mobile Belt (NSMB) Interface”

Name of the Post: Project Associate-I

No. of Vacancy: 01

Age Limit: Not exceeding 33 years as on 30-10-2026; age relaxation as per govt of India norms for  OBC/SC/ST/Physically Handicapped.

Essential Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Sciences / Environmental Sciences from a recognized university or equivalent.

Desirable :

a)     Economic geology and mineral exploration;
b)     Critical and strategic minerals;
c)     Geological mapping and field investigations;
d)     Mantle petrography and mineralogical characterization;
e)     Geochemistry and interpretation of geochemical datasets;
f)     Experience in R&D in academic institutions or industry etc.
g)     CSIR-UGC NET qualified

Monthly Emoluments (Consolidated):

(i) ₹ 37,000/- + HRA per month for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC NET, including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or equivalent

(ii) ₹ 30,000/- + HRA per month for those who do not fall under category (i).

Instructions:

• Interested candidates must send their application in the enclosed proforma as a single PDF file, along with all supporting documents, to the Principal Investigator (PI): Prof. Muduru Lachhana Dora through email at anrfsesmld[at]gmail[dot]com (with subject line “Application for ANRF-ARG- PA-I_Candidate Name”).

• Application will be accepted ONLY in the below given proforma.

• Last date of receipt of applications: 15th October 2026

Terms & Conditions:

• The position is purely temporary and will be renewed each year, subject to satisfactory performance for a maximum period of three years. The position is co-terminus with the project.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be informed through email about the in-person interview.

• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Prof. Muduru Lachhana Dora
(Principal Investigator)
ANRF Project