- Post-Doctoral Fellow position under ICMR-funded project titled 'Decoding Visceral Adipose Tissue Microbiome - Host Metabolic Cross-Talk in Obesity-Associated Type 2 Diabetes Through Genome-Scale Metabolic Modeling'.
- Work involves molecular and computational investigation of visceral adipose tissue microbiome-host metabolic interactions in obesity-associated Type 2 diabetes.
- Responsibilities include adipose tissue/microbiome characterization, metagenomic and metabolomic data analysis, multi-omics dataset integration, reconstruction and analysis of host and microbial genome-scale metabolic models.
- Tasks include Flux Balance Analysis (FBA), Flux Variability Analysis (FVA), metabolic pathway analysis, in-silico perturbation studies, data interpretation, statistical/bioinformatic analysis, experimental validation, scientific reporting, presentations, and manuscript preparation.
- Project duration is 4 years with initial appointment for 1 year (extendable annually). Position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- Selected candidate must join immediately upon selection.
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🎓 Ph.D.
Post-Doctoral Fellow - ICMR Project on Visceral Adipose Tissue Microbiome
Indian Institute of Technology Ropar
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Nangal Road, Rupnagar, Punjab - 140001
Apply Deadline
15 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹60,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not specified in the notification — candidates with Ph.D. or thesis submission certificate in Computational Biology are eligible. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. degree holders or candidates with Thesis submission certificate in Computational Biology are eligible to apply.
- Age limit: 35 years (relaxation as per Government of India norms applicable).
- Candidates already employed under research schemes must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer confirming immediate relief if selected.
- Age limit: 35 years (relaxation as per Government of India norms applicable).
- Candidates already employed under research schemes must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer confirming immediate relief if selected.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated via email by 22nd September 2026 for an online interview.
- Interview date will be notified to shortlisted candidates separately.
- Interview date will be notified to shortlisted candidates separately.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Completely filled application form (provided in the advertisement).
- Detailed CV including prior research experience.
- Copies of all degree certificates.
- Proof of Date of Birth.
- GATE/NET/IIT JAM Score Card (if applicable).
- Experience Certificate(s) (if any).
- Category Certificate (if applicable).
- List of Publications.
- Recommendation letter (at least one).
- Detailed CV including prior research experience.
- Copies of all degree certificates.
- Proof of Date of Birth.
- GATE/NET/IIT JAM Score Card (if applicable).
- Experience Certificate(s) (if any).
- Category Certificate (if applicable).
- List of Publications.
- Recommendation letter (at least one).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Post-Doctoral Fellow position at IIT Ropar?
The last date to apply is 15th September 2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to the Post-Doctoral Fellow position?
The maximum age limit is 35 years as of the application date, with relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms.
Q.
What is the fellowship amount for the selected Post-Doctoral Fellow?
The fellowship is Rs. 60,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per institute rules.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Post-Doctoral Fellow position?
There is 1 vacancy available for the Post-Doctoral Fellow position under the ICMR project.
Q.
What is the project duration for the Post-Doctoral Fellow position?
The project duration is 4 years, with an initial appointment of 1 year (extendable annually).