Project Associate-I Positions at JNCASR, Bengaluru, India

About the Position

Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru, invites applications for two temporary Project Associate-I positions under the EMR-funded project “Harnessing human stem cell-based technologies to study developmental mechanisms of epilepsy disorders” led by Prof. Anuranjan Anand in the MBGU division. This is a highly interdisciplinary opportunity combining molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, and neuroscience to study the molecular basis of epilepsy.

Position Details

Position: Project Associate–I
Institution: Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)
Department/Faculty: Molecular Biology and Genetics Unit (MBGU)
Research Field: Biological Sciences, Epigenetics, Neuroscience
Location: Jakkur, Bengaluru 560064, Karnataka, India
Start Date (Anticipated): As soon as possible
Duration: Temporary project-based position
Funding: EMR Project Funds
Working Hours: Full-time
Required Degree/Diploma: M.Sc. in Biological Sciences or equivalent
Salary Range: ₹31,000/month + 27% HRA
No. of Positions: 2
Maximum Age Limit: 35 years (relaxable for deserving candidates)

Research Focus

Molecular and developmental mechanisms of epilepsy
Stem cell-based neurodevelopmental models
Cell and tissue culture
Transcriptomics and statistical analysis
Genetic and animal model research

Eligibility & Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

M.Sc./Postgraduate degree in Biological Sciences
Qualified in national-level exams: CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, DBT-BET (Category-II)

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience in molecular genetics and stem cell laboratory techniques
Familiarity with bioinformatics, transcriptomics, and statistical tools
Hands-on experience with animal handling
Strong collaborative and team-working skills

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research in molecular neurobiology using human stem cell models
Perform molecular biology, gene expression, and imaging experiments
Analyse data from transcriptomic platforms and statistical software
Contribute to scientific publications and collaborative research discussions

Application Process

How to Apply:

Candidates should fill the prescribed application template available on the JNCASR website. Submit the filled form along with a brief CV and scanned copies of all relevant certificates (qualifications, age, experience, etc.) via email to Prof. Anuranjan Anand at anand@jncasr.ac.in with the subject line: “Application for Project Associate-I – MBGU”.

Required Documents:

Completed application template (download from official site)
CV (brief)
Scanned educational and experience certificates
Publications (if any)
Skype ID, email ID, and contact number