Technical Assistant and Research Associate I Positions in DBT-Funded Project

- Applications are invited for two positions under a DBT, Government of India-funded project titled ‘Hybrid Absorption Membrane-Assisted CO₂ Capture and Microalgal Solvent Regeneration: An Integrated Pilot-Scale Platform for Bio-Regenerative CO₂ Sequestration and Lycopene Pigment Production from Dunaliella salina’ (Ref. No. BT/PR59122/CCU/173/39/2025).
- The positions are located in the Department of Chemical Engineering, NIT Durgapur, West Bengal, India.
- The roles are temporary and tied to the project duration, with performance-based renewal every six months.

• Post Name: Technical Assistant, Qualifications: ['btech', 'be', 'msc'], Eligibility Details: ['- Educational Qualification: BTech/BE in Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or MSc in Biotechnology, Botany, or Chemistry, or a Diploma in Engineering & Technology (with 2 years of experience).', '- Minimum CGPA/Marks: 6.0 CGPA or 55% marks (equivalent) from a recognized institute/university. Higher qualifications are also acceptable.', '- Experience: 2 years of experience required for Diploma holders.', '- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 50 years as of the advertisement date (13-10-2026).']
• Post Name: Research Associate I, Qualifications: ['phd'], Eligibility Details: ['- Educational Qualification: PhD or equivalent in Biotechnology/Biological Sciences from a reputed institute/university.', '- Expertise: Must have expertise in cell culture, image analysis, advanced molecular cell biology, and biochemical techniques.', '- Preferred Skills: Research exposure to Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Spectrophotometer handling, and basic modeling. At least one SCI journal publication is preferred.', '- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 35 years as of the advertisement date (13-10-2026). 5 years age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD and women candidates.']

- Shortlisting: Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates must appear in person (offline) for the interview on a scheduled date with updated CV and original/self-attested documents.
- Performance Evaluation: Appointment is temporary for two years/end of the project, subject to performance review every six months.

All

- Updated CV with photo, corresponding address, DOB, phone number, email, self-attested education qualifications, self-attested experience certificates, and list of publications (if any).
- Original and self-attested photocopies of mark sheets/certificates supporting academic qualifications (to be brought for the interview).

No application fee mentioned in the notification.