Job Description

Project title: Mechanisms of chimeric peptide production and targeting dipeptide repeat toxicity in C9orf72-associated ALS/FTD
Job description: To conduct project-related experimental research work, analyse and interpret data assigned by the PI.
Funding agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India
Duration of the project: 7 months, with a possibility of further extension based on performance and funding availability.
Number of vacancies 1 (one)

Monthly compensation
a) Rs. 37,000 + HRA as applicable for scholars selected through GATE/ CSIR-UGC NET or any other National-level examination conducted by Central Govt. Departments and their agencies and Institutions.
b) Rs. 31,000 + HRA as applicable for scholars who do not fall under (a) selection category
Minimum eligibility requirements
MTech in any area of Life Sciences/Biotechnology, MSc degree in any allied area of Life Sciences/Biotechnology, BTech/BPharm/BE (4-years degree programme) in any allied area of Life Sciences/Biotechnology, BVSc, MBBS, with minimum 60% marks.
Note: Degree should have been awarded
Desirable qualifications
Experience in molecular cloning, working with model organisms such as yeast and/or Drosophila
Age limit 28 Years
[Age limit is relaxed as per norms in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC, women and physically handicapped candidates.]

Application procedure: Prepare a single PDF file containing the following documents/information:

• A Curriculum Vitae detailing your education and experience
• Degree mark sheets/transcripts, relevant national exam scorecard
• A cover letter (maximum one page) describing your background, experience, and how they are relevant to this project and/or our lab research theme.
• Contact details of two references
  Email the application file to Dr. Indranil Malik at indranil@bt.iith.ac.in
  Please write “Application for JRF IITH-BT_<applicant’s name>” in the subject line of your email.
  Deadline: 26.09.2025
  Selection process:
• Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit, project requirements, and interview
  performance. [Note – candidates should upload their CV with details of education, experience, publications, awards, etc.]
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (via email).
• Online Interviews will be held within a few days of the application deadline.
• The selected candidate will be informed by email.
• The selected candidate is required to join immediately.
• Candidates with prior experience in the relevant area will be given preference.
• Request to change the interview date/time will not be entertained.
• The decision of the selection committee will be final.
• The appointment of the candidate will be governed by the terms and conditions of the Institute/ funding agency, particularly applicable to the said project, as and when required.
• The above position is purely temporary, and the offer may be terminated with a 30-day notice before completion of the tenure if performance is not deemed satisfactory.
• IIT Hyderabad reserves the right to cancel notice/modify the process at any time, at its discretion.