Research Assistant Recruitment at North-Eastern Hill University 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.Sc. in Life Sciences with experience in Microbiology Laboratory and Microbial Culture Handling.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Experience of working in Microbiology Laboratory and Microbial Culture Handling is required.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
North-Eastern Hill University is recruiting for a Research Assistant position to work on a Department of Biotechnology funded project involving fermented bamboo shoots. This single vacancy offers a stipend based on funding agency norms for candidates holding a B.Sc. in Life Sciences with specific laboratory experience. The role provides a unique opportunity to engage in high-level anticarcinogenic research under the guidance of Prof. S.R. Joshi in Shillong. Joining this project allows researchers to contribute to significant scientific discoveries regarding the bioactivity of North East India's natural resources.
- The position is strictly temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the research project.
- Applicants must possess a B.Sc. in Life Sciences with hands-on experience in microbial culture handling.
- The application process is offline, requiring physical submission of testimonials by 3rd August 2026.
- The project is funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India.
- Selection will be based on the review of academic credentials followed by an interview process.
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Additional Salary Information
Stipend: As per project norms of the funding agency (Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Review of Applications Interview
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
1 Post (Unreserved/General)
How to Apply
- Prepare a detailed application highlighting your educational background and relevant lab experience.
- Gather all relevant certificates and testimonials supporting your qualifications.
- Address the application to 'The Principal Investigator, Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics, North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong - 793 022, Meghalaya'.
- Submit the physical application on or before the deadline of 3rd August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates must have a B.Sc. in Life Sciences and experience working in a Microbiology Laboratory with Microbial Culture Handling.
The stipend is provided as per the project norms of the funding agency (Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India).
The deadline for submitting the application to the Principal Investigator is 3rd August 2026.
