- Applications are invited for the position of Research Associate-I under the time-bound sponsored project titled ‘Understanding the molecular and immunological correlates of tuberculosis-induced cachexia’ funded by BIRAC.
- The project is led by Dr. Aneeshkumar A. G. and Dr. Veena S. Patil, both Staff Scientists-V at NII.
- The position is contract-based for one year or the duration of the project, whichever is shorter (tenure: 12.09.2027).
- The role involves multi-colour high-parameter flow cytometry analysis, single-cell RNA sequencing, and omics data analysis of PBMCs and antigen-specific T cells.
- Candidates must be proficient in wet lab experiments and bioinformatic analysis, including custom coding for data analysis in R.
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🎓 MDS
🎓 MD
🎓 MS
🎓 Ph.D.
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Research Associate-I for BIRAC-Sponsored Project on Tuberculosis Cachexia
National Institute of Immunology (NII)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
New Delhi (posting location; interviews may be held offline/online)
Apply Deadline
28 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Immunology (NII) (NII) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | MDS (mds), MD (md), MS (ms), Ph.D. (phd), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Consolidated emoluments of Rs. 58,000/- per month plus 27% HRA (as per DST OM dated 26.06.2023). |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | 3 years of research, teaching, and design/development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech (or equivalent). |
| Application Fee | • General/OBC/PH candidates: Rs. 100/- (via demand draft, UPI, Paytm, or PhonePe). • SC/ST/PH candidates: Exempted from payment (subject to submission of documentary proof). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications: PhD/MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree, OR 3 years of research, teaching, and design/development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech.
- Research Experience: At least one publication in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal required.
- Expertise Required: Handling human samples/cohorts, human immunology, multi-colour high-parameter flow cytometry, and genomics.
- Preferred Experience: Analysis of antigen-specific T cells, single-cell multiomics experiments, omics data analysis, and immune cell culture.
- Candidates who have completed their viva-voce examination may also apply.
- Research Experience: At least one publication in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal required.
- Expertise Required: Handling human samples/cohorts, human immunology, multi-colour high-parameter flow cytometry, and genomics.
- Preferred Experience: Analysis of antigen-specific T cells, single-cell multiomics experiments, omics data analysis, and immune cell culture.
- Candidates who have completed their viva-voce examination may also apply.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Short-listed candidates will be called for an offline/online interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, PH)
📂 Required Documents
- Attested copies of all certificates (to be submitted at the time of interview).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of experimental expertise and list of publications.
- Names of three referees (to be provided with the CV).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of experimental expertise and list of publications.
- Names of three referees (to be provided with the CV).
💳 Application Fee Details
• General/OBC/PH candidates: Rs. 100/- (via demand draft, UPI, Paytm, or PhonePe).
• SC/ST/PH candidates: Exempted from payment (subject to submission of documentary proof).
• SC/ST/PH candidates: Exempted from payment (subject to submission of documentary proof).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Research Associate-I position at NII?
The last date to apply for the Research Associate-I position is 28th October 2026.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this position, and how much?
Yes, the application fee is Rs. 100/- for General/OBC/PH candidates. SC/ST/PH candidates are exempted from payment (with documentary proof).
Q.
What is the salary for the Research Associate-I position?
The selected candidate will receive consolidated emoluments of Rs. 58,000/- per month plus 27% HRA (as per DST OM dated 26.06.2023).
Q.
What are the key responsibilities of the Research Associate-I?
The candidate will perform multi-colour high-parameter flow cytometry analysis, single-cell RNA sequencing, and omics data analysis of PBMCs, including antigen-specific T cell experiments and custom coding for data analysis in R.
Q.
What documents are required to be submitted at the time of interview?
Attested copies of all certificates, a Curriculum Vitae with experimental expertise and publications, and the names of three referees are required.