Research Positions in Cyanobacterial/Microalgal Biorefinery Project

Department of Microbiology, National Repository for Microalgae and Cyanobacteria – Marine, Bharathidasan University

Total Vacancies

Job Location

National Facility for Marine Cyanobacteria, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli – 620024

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Department of Microbiology, National Repository for Microalgae and Cyanobacteria – Marine, Bharathidasan University (BDU-Microbiology)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd)
Number of Vacancies	3 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹20,000 - ₹71,980 Per Month
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	- Research Associate-II: 3 years of experience in cyanobacterial/microalgal research. - Project Associate-I: Prior research experience in cyanobacterial/microalgal isolation and cultivation preferred. - Project Assistant: Proven experience in microalgal/cyanobacterial culture purification and maintenance preferred.
Application Fee	- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

📄 Details & Description

- Recruitment for DBT-sponsored research project titled 'Sustainable and translational biorefinery approach using solar photovoltaics and pulsed electric/magnetic field for valorizing cyanobacterial/microalgal biomass'.
- Project duration: 2 years under the supervision of Dr. G. Muralitharan, Professor, Department of Microbiology.
- Positions available: Research Associate-II, Project Associate-I, and Project Assistant.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Research Associate-II: Ph.D. in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences or equivalent with 3 years of experience in cyanobacterial/microalgal R&D and proven track record of publications.
- Project Associate-I: M.Sc. in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences or equivalent with prior research experience in cyanobacterial/microalgal isolation, cultivation, and mass cultivation.
- Project Assistant: B.Tech/M.Tech in Biotechnology/Integrated Biotechnology or B.Sc./M.Sc. in Botany/Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences with proven experience in microalgal/cyanobacterial culture purification and maintenance.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection will be based on academic qualifications, research experience, and performance in the walk-in interview.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

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📂 Required Documents

- Attested copies of mark sheets, degree certificates, and proof of experience.
- Original certificates/documents for verification at the time of the interview.

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Research Associate-II position at Bharathidasan University?

There is 1 vacancy available for the Research Associate-II position.

Q. What is the walk-in interview date for these positions at Bharathidasan University?

The walk-in interview is scheduled for 27.08.2026 (Thursday) at 11.00 AM.

Q. What is the salary for the Project Associate-I position at Bharathidasan University?

The salary for the Project Associate-I position is Rs. 25,000/- + 18% HRA (Rs. 4,500/-) = Rs. 29,500/- per month.

Q. Is there an application fee for applying to these positions at Bharathidasan University?

No application fee is mentioned in the notification for these positions.

Q. What documents are required to be carried for the walk-in interview at Bharathidasan University?

Candidates must bring attested copies of mark sheets, degree certificates, and proof of experience, along with original certificates for verification.