Job Description

🚨 3-6 month Research Internship Opportunity (January – July 2026) at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus– Join the Fight Against Tuberculosis! 🦠
We are recruiting highly motivated, resilient, and self-driven researchers to work on one of the most challenging and fascinating pathogens — Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
TB remains the world’s leading bacterial killer, capable of persisting for decades and evading host immunity. Cracking its biology demands patience, precision, and perseverance.
🔬 Research Areas
Host–pathogen interaction | Mycobacterial genetics & mutagenesis | Omics | Biochemistry | Lipidomics | Molecular microbiology| Immunology
🎓 Preferred Background
Master’s in Biochemistry / Microbiology (highly preferred); Students from 2025/2026 graduating batches only.
🔧 Hands-on research experience and strong experimental skills are a must.
(Only apply if you have prior bench experience in some of the above listed areas with precision)
💰 During the PhD program, candidates are expected to either hold a national fellowship such as CSIR-UGC, PMRF, ICMR, DBT, DST-INSPIRE, or be able to successfully clear the BITS Pilani PhD entrance examination and interview process.
📢 3–6 Month Internship / Masters Thesis Positions Open Now (self-funded)
Research Internship–to–PhD pathway available only for highly committed and exceptional candidates aiming for BITS Pilani Hyderabad PhD admissions – August 2026 cycle.
📩 Deadline To Apply for Master’s Thesis/Internship: Nov 24, 2025- December 31, 2026
Applications without the below listed 3 attachments will not be entertained:
1. A short CV summarizing past research experience and any publications (if applicable)
2. a 200-word Statement of Purpose (SOP) addressing the following:
-Why you want to join our lab
-List 5 key research skills you possess and 5 character strengths that define you as a scientist
-Honestly mention any 2 personal character traits you wish to improve—areas that you believe could hinder your research growth if not addressed, reflecting genuine self-awareness and maturity.
-Your 5-year and 10-year career goals
-Your motivation to work on Mycobacterium tuberculosis and pursue high-rigor research
3. 2 Recommendation Letter from mentor/professors with whom you have studied or did research

Subject: Internship/PhD – [Your Name]
Email: ruchij80@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in
Only short-listed candidates will be notified and interviewed (Jan 25-Jan31). Interview will include a 5-10 min presentation.