Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Positions at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, India
About Position/Job
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), one of India’s premier academic institutions, invites applications for Research Associate I (RA-I) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under a DBT-funded research project titled “Targeted Editing of Host Susceptibility Factors to Engineer Multiple Disease Resistance in Tomato.” These roles are integral to the School of Life Sciences’ ongoing focus on cutting-edge plant biotechnology and genome editing. The project offers a dynamic research environment with access to advanced molecular biology tools and an opportunity to contribute significantly to plant disease resistance research in India.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Associate I (RA-I) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Institution: Jawaharlal Nehru University
- Department: School of Life Sciences
- Research Field: Plant Molecular Biology, Genome Editing
- Location: New Delhi, India
- Number of Posts: 2 (1 RA-I, 1 JRF)
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary/Project-based
- Start Date (Anticipated): July 2025
- Working Hours: As per university norms (typically 40 hrs/week)
- Salary Range:
- RA-I: ₹58,000/month + HRA (as per DBT guidelines)
- JRF: ₹37,000/month + HRA (as per DBT guidelines)
- Required Degree/Diploma:
- RA-I: PhD
- JRF: Master’s
Research Area
- Plant genome editing (CRISPR/Cas9)
- Plant-virus interactions
- Transgenic plant development
- Protein-protein interactions
- Host-pathogen susceptibility in tomato
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- RA-I: PhD in Life Sciences / Genetics / Botany / Plant Pathology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology
- JRF: Master’s degree in Biological/Life Sciences with at least 60% marks and CSIR/UGC NET qualification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hands-on research experience in genome editing of plants
- Experience with transgenic plant development
- Familiarity with plant-virus interaction models
- At least two publications in peer-reviewed SCI/SCOPUS journals (RA-I)
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct plant genome editing experiments using CRISPR/Cas9
- Generate and maintain transgenic lines
- Analyze molecular and phenotypic data related to disease resistance
- Collaborate with team members and assist in manuscript preparation
- Maintain lab records and participate in group meetings
Application Process
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via email only by sending the following documents to:
📧 virologylabslsjnu@gmail.com
Required Documents:
- Cover letter describing research experience and interests
- Detailed CV
- Copies of academic qualifications and relevant publications
- Names and contact information (including email) of three referees
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Already Open
- Deadline: June 25, 2025
- Interview Date: To be notified to shortlisted candidates via email
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.jnu.ac.in
- Job Posting: Recruitment @ JNU | Welcome to Jawaharlal Nehru University
- Apply Now: virologylabslsjnu@gmail.com
