- Project Title: Designing a climate-resilient rice variety for direct-seeded cultivation using CRISPR-based approaches.
- Investigator: Dr. Ramu S. Vemanna, Associate Professor.
- Project Duration: Initially for one year, extendable to one more year based on performance.
- Research Associate I: Responsible for engineering and functional characterization of ribosomal protein encoding genes in rice, measurements of photon flux under DSR conditions, organelle isolation, gene editing, regeneration, transformation, plant tissue culture, and data integration & reporting.
- Field Assistant: Responsible for field trial management, sample collection & processing, field-based measurements, installation of sensors, and logistics & coordination.
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Research Associate I & Field Assistant Positions under Climate-Resilient Rice Variety Project
Regional Centre for Biotechnology
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Regional Centre for Biotechnology, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, Haryana
Apply Deadline
27 Aug 2026
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹18,000 - ₹58,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Research Associate I: Experience in plant physiology, functional biology, and genetic engineering with at least one first-authored SCI journal paper. - Field Assistant: Experience in field trials, crop management, and soil sampling. |
| Application Fee | - Not specified in the notification — check the official link for details. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Research Associate I: PhD in Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Plant Biology / Bioengineering / Agricultural Microbiology / Life Sciences from a recognized university.
- Research Associate I: Strong experience in design and development of research experiments related to plant physiology, functional biology with at least one first-authored research paper in SCI journal.
- Research Associate I: Experience in genetic engineering, organelle biology, synthetic/structural biology, or metabolic pathway modification, preferably in rice photosynthesis with good analytical skills.
- Research Associate I: Familiarity with omics approaches (transcriptomics/metabolomics) and bioinformatics tools preferred.
- Field Assistant: Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc./B.Tech.) or Diploma in Agriculture / Life Sciences / Environmental Science or related field.
- Field Assistant: Basic knowledge of field experiments and agricultural practices with experience in handling field trials, crop management, and soil sampling.
- Field Assistant: Familiarity with greenhouse work, irrigation practices, fertilizer application, and basic lab techniques (sample preparation, weighing, data recording).
- Age Limit: Below 35 years as of the application deadline.
- Research Associate I: Strong experience in design and development of research experiments related to plant physiology, functional biology with at least one first-authored research paper in SCI journal.
- Research Associate I: Experience in genetic engineering, organelle biology, synthetic/structural biology, or metabolic pathway modification, preferably in rice photosynthesis with good analytical skills.
- Research Associate I: Familiarity with omics approaches (transcriptomics/metabolomics) and bioinformatics tools preferred.
- Field Assistant: Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc./B.Tech.) or Diploma in Agriculture / Life Sciences / Environmental Science or related field.
- Field Assistant: Basic knowledge of field experiments and agricultural practices with experience in handling field trials, crop management, and soil sampling.
- Field Assistant: Familiarity with greenhouse work, irrigation practices, fertilizer application, and basic lab techniques (sample preparation, weighing, data recording).
- Age Limit: Below 35 years as of the application deadline.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email by 28th August, 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Online interview scheduled for 31st August, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
- Online interview scheduled for 31st August, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Not specified in the notification — check the official link for details.
💳 Application Fee Details
- Not specified in the notification — check the official link for details.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the last date to apply for the Research Associate I and Field Assistant positions under Advertisement No. 27/Project/2026/HR?
The last date to apply is 27th August, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Research Associate I and Field Assistant positions?
There is 1 vacancy for Research Associate I and 1 vacancy for Field Assistant, totaling 2 vacancies.
Q.
What is the age limit for applicants for the Research Associate I and Field Assistant positions?
The age limit for applicants is below 35 years as of the application deadline.
Q.
When will the shortlisted candidates be informed about the online interview?
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email by 28th August, 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q.
What is the project title for the Research Associate I and Field Assistant positions?
The project title is 'Designing a climate-resilient rice variety for direct-seeded cultivation using CRISPR-based approaches.'