The Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) of Tata Memorial Centre is holding a walk-in interview on 3 November 2026 for 1 post of Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics), on contract. The post is in the Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. Candidates with a Ph.D. are paid Rs. 67,700 a month, and candidates with an M.Sc. / M. Tech in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or a related field can join at a lower grade on Rs. 56,100. Candidates must report between 10.00 a.m. and 10.30 a.m. on the interview day.
ACTREC Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tata Memorial Centre - Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) |
| Advertisement No. | ACTREC/ADVT.228/2026 |
| Post | Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) (On Contract Basis) |
| Department | Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics, ACTREC |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| How to Apply | Walk-in interview |
| Notice Date | 29.10.2026 |
| Interview Date | 03.11.2026 (Tuesday) |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About ACTREC
ACTREC, the Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer, is part of Tata Memorial Centre. It is located at Sector-22, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. According to its letterhead, it is a Grant-In-Aid Institute of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India.
ACTREC Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) | 01 | Rs. 67,700/- p.m. (Ph.D.); Rs. 56,100/- p.m. (M.Sc. / M. Tech) |
Salary by Qualification
| Educational Qualification | Salary (p.m.) |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. / M. Tech | Rs. 56,100/- p.m. |
| Ph.D. | Rs. 67,700/- p.m. |
ACTREC Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) Eligibility 2026
Age Limit
Candidates can be up to 40 years old. Age and experience are counted as on 29 October 2026, the advertisement date.
Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology or Related Fields.
- OR M.Sc. / M. Tech in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology or Related Fields. These candidates are also eligible, but at a lower grade.
Experience
- Proven proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python, is required.
- Proficiency with (human) genome sequencing.
Desirable
- One year of experience in next generation sequencing based data analytics (printed with the Ph.D. qualification).
- Experience in Cancer Bioinformatics.
See the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 29.10.2026 |
| Date for counting age and experience | 29.10.2026 |
| Walk-in interview | 03.11.2026 (Tuesday) |
| Reporting time | 10.00 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. |
Selection Process
Candidates are selected through a walk-in interview. TMC - ACTREC reserves the right to hold a written test to screen candidates before the interview if it feels this is necessary.
Service Conditions
The appointment is on contract. It is initially for one year and can be extended according to the requirement of the Centre. The work is in the Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics at ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai.
How to Apply for ACTREC Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) Recruitment 2026
- Check that you meet the qualification, experience and age requirements as on 29 October 2026.
- Bring the documents listed below.
- Report to the venue on 3 November 2026 between 10.00 a.m. and 10.30 a.m. Candidates are seen only during this reporting time.
- Take the written screening test if ACTREC holds one, and then attend the interview.
Venue
Paymaster Shodhika, Recruitment Cell, Room No. PS-330, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Sector-22, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410 210.
Documents to Bring
- Bio-data
- Recent passport size photograph
- Xerox copy of Aadhar Card
- Xerox copy of PAN Card
- Xerox copies of educational qualification certificates
- Xerox copies of working experience certificates
No travelling allowance is paid for attending the interview.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification (PDF) | ACTREC Scientific Officer notification (PDF) |
