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Recruitment Overview
The National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG), an Institute of Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council of the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Project Associate II. This opportunity is part of the expansion of the INSACOG (Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Consortium) project, focusing on wastewater surveillance and genomics-based methods for emerging pathogens.
Located in Kalyani, West Bengal, NIBMG is India's first institution dedicated to biomedical genomics. This is a Direct Recruitment based on an Online Interview (Merit-based), not a competitive written examination. The position is contractual for one year, extendable based on performance.
Key Highlights Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) |
| Post Name | Project Associate II |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Application Start Date | 03-02-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16-03-2026 (Before 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.nibmg.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Remuneration | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate II | 1 (Experimental) |
Option 1: Rs. 35,000 + 27% HRA (with NET/GATE) Option 2: Rs. 28,000 + 27% HRA (without NET/GATE) |
35 years |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential: MSc in Life Science / Bioinformatics or related discipline.
- Experience: 2 years’ experience in R&D in industrial/academic institutions or science & technology organizations.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
- Note: The advertisement does not specify an "Age as on" cut-off date. Candidates should verify age eligibility at the time of the interview.
Mandatory Requirements & Desirable Skills
- Experimental Track:
- Desirable Experience: Minimum 1 year in molecular biology/bacteriology and hands-on next-generation sequencing.
- Duties: Environmental sample collection, nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, dPCR, isolation of AMR pathogens, antibiotic susceptibility testing, genome sequencing.
- Bioinformatics Track:
- Desirable Experience: Database handling, web-program mining, Unix, R, and biostatistics.
- Duties: Analysis of genome sequence data (metagenome, viral, bacterial), report preparation, data upload.
Selection Process
This recruitment involves a Direct Recruitment process based on an Online Interview. There is no written examination.
Selection Stages
- CV Submission: Detailed updated CV must be emailed.
- Screening: Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
- Online Interview: Conducted via Microsoft Teams (link sent to shortlisted candidates).
- Document Verification: Original documents must be produced if selected.
Application Fee
Not specified in the advertisement. Candidates should check the official PDF or website for fee details, if any.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Prepare your detailed updated CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
- Send an email to [email protected] with the subject line: “Application for the post of Project Associate II”.
- Ensure the subject line is exact; applications without it will not be accepted.
- Submit your application before 5:00 PM on 16-03-2026.
- Wait for the Microsoft Teams interview link if shortlisted.
- Visit the official website www.nibmg.ac.in for further updates.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 03-02-2026
- Application Start: 03-02-2026
- Application End: 16-03-2026 (Before 5:00 PM)
- Interview Date: To be announced (Online via Teams)
- Result Date: To be notified
Important Links
- Notification PDF: Download Full Advertisement
- Apply Online: Email CV to [email protected]
- Official Website: www.nibmg.ac.in