PhD Recruitment | ICMR-Funded Research Project at Amrita Kochi

Job Description

PhD Recruitment | ICMR-Funded Research Project at Amrita Kochi Amrita School of Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, Kochi, invites applications for two PhD positions under the ICMR TB Research Accelerator Program (Small Grant). The research project, titled “Development and Clinical Validation of a Multiplex Digital PCR Assay for Rapid Detection of Drug Resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex,” focuses on developing and validating advanced molecular diagnostic approaches for the rapid detection of tuberculosis drug resistance, targeting rifampicin, isoniazid, bedaquiline, and linezolid. Eligibility: Candidates with a postgraduate qualification in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related discipline, with experience in molecular biology techniques, PCR, and nucleic acid extraction, are encouraged to apply. Experience in digital PCR, microbial whole-genome sequencing, clinical microbiology, or tuberculosis research will be an added advantage. Position Details: Number of positions: 2 Location: Amrita School of Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, Kochi How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their updated CV and a brief statement outlining their relevant research experience to researchsecretary@aims.amrita.edu, with a copy to lalithabiswas@aims.amrita.edu. Last date to apply: 8 November 2026 Join us in advancing innovative molecular diagnostics and strengthening the fight against tuberculosis through cutting-edge research.