JNU Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 01 Post

JNU Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 01 Post

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate post. This recruitment is strictly on a temporary basis for a project involving AI tools and image data. Interested candidates with the requisite qualifications and experience are required to apply via email before the deadline.

JNU Project Associate Recruitment 2026: Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility for Project Associate

• Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Bioinformatics, M.Tech. in Data Science/Computer Science or any other allied field OR B.Tech. in the same areas with prior experience.
• Required Background: Prior experience in using biological data, analytical tools, and working with data-related methods and deep learning tools/framework is required.
• Preference: Experience working with images and deep learning. Prior experience in working with a Python environment is a must.
• Exclusions: Candidates with M.Sc. in any branch of life sciences (other than Bioinformatics) or B.Tech. in areas other than Data Science/Computer Science/Allied field without prior experience in image analysis are advised not to apply.
• Work Nature: The position does not require conducting experiments in the lab.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 35 years

Salary / Stipend

Consolidated fixed emoluments per month are as follows:

• ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates with NET/GATE qualification.
• ₹25,000 + HRA for candidates without NET/GATE qualification.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 09 January 2026 (6:00 PM)

Selection Process

• The selection will be based on an Interview.
• The exact time and date of the interview will be communicated at a later stage only to the shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this position must follow the steps below:

1. Send your application via email to Professor Binay Panda, School of Biotechnology, JNU at: panda.binay[at]jnu.ac.in
2. Attach your Current CV and include a Contact Number in the email.
3. Authentication:
   • If currently enrolled/working in an institution, use your institutional email ID.
   • If not enrolled/working, use an email ID that can be authenticated.

Important Links

Important Links:

Apply via Email: Click here

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many vacancies are available for JNU Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
A: There is 01 vacancy for the post of Project Associate.

Q2: What is the last date to apply for this post?
A: The last date to submit the application is 09 January 2026 by 6:00 PM.

Q3: What is the salary for the Project Associate post?
A: The salary is ₹31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE).

Q4: Is prior experience mandatory for this post?
A: Yes, prior experience in biological data, deep learning, and the Python environment is essential.