NII Senior Research Fellow (Project) Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹42,000 - ₹53,340 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.Sc/M.Tech in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Biological Science with NET/GATE/CSIR/UGC qualification.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of research experience in laboratory settings is desirable.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The National Institute of Immunology (NII) is recruiting for 1 Senior Research Fellow (Project) position offering a monthly pay of ₹42,000 plus 27% HRA. Candidates with an M.Sc or M.Tech in Life Sciences or Biotechnology and a valid NET/GATE qualification are eligible to apply for this prestigious DBT-funded project. This role provides a unique opportunity to work on the development of novel anti-inflammatory agents under the Tata Innovation Fellowship Programme. It is an ideal career step for researchers looking to gain high-level laboratory experience in molecular biology and cell culture within a premier national institute.
- The engagement is initially for a duration of six months under the Tata Innovation Fellowship Programme.
- Applicants must possess hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques such as RNA isolation and Western blotting.
- The selection process features a virtual walk-in interview conducted via online mode for shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates with additional skills in data analytics like RNA-seq and metabolomics will be given preference.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview process as it is conducted online.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay of ₹42,000 per month plus 27% HRA as per DST OM dated 26.06.2023.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on educational qualifications and experience Online Walk-In-Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
UR/SC/ST/OBC/PH categories as per Government of India project norms.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application format from the official NII notification.
- Fill in the required details including personal info, category, and academic history.
- Prepare a detailed CV highlighting relevant research experience and skills.
- Email the completed application form and CV to the Project Investigator at sarika@nii.ac.in.
- Submit the application before the deadline of 16th July 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive an email with the online link for the interview scheduled for 17th July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The selected candidate will receive a monthly emolument of ₹42,000 plus 27% HRA as per DST norms.
Candidates must have an M.Sc or M.Tech in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Biological Science along with a NET qualification like GATE, CSIR, or UGC.
Interested candidates must email their application in the prescribed format along with their CV to sarika@nii.ac.in by 16th July 2026.
