The Department of Genetics, University of Delhi South Campus, New Delhi, has invited applications for two Project Research Scientist-I posts (Rs. 56,000 plus HRA per month) and two Project Technical Support-III posts (Rs. 28,000 plus HRA per month) in the ICMR Centre for Advanced Research (CAR) project "To establish shodhvik oncology liquid biopsy hotspot assay platform". The appointment is temporary and the project is funded until 31.08.2029. Applications are made on plain paper by post to the Principal Investigator, and must reach the address within 15 days of appearance of the advertisement.
DU Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Department of Genetics, University of Delhi South Campus |
| Department | Genetics |
| Project | To establish shodhvik oncology liquid biopsy hotspot assay platform (Centre for Advance Research (CAR) ICMR project) |
| Tenure | Temporary basis; the project is funded until 31.08.2029 |
| Post Name(s) | Project Research Scientist-I; Project Technical Support-III |
| Vacancies | 4 (2 + 2) |
| Pay | Rs. 56,000 plus HRA per month (Project Research Scientist-I); Rs. 28,000 plus HRA per month (Project Technical Support-III) |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit: 35 years |
| Job Location | Department of Genetics, University of Delhi South Campus, New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Offline, on plain paper |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 15 days of appearance of the advertisement; the notice prints no date (about 28 November 2026, 15 days from 10 November 2026) |
The official notification does not specify the advertisement number, the application fee or the selection process.
About DU Genetics ICMR Project
The Department of Genetics is part of the University of Delhi South Campus, New Delhi. The posts are in the Centre for Advance Research (CAR) ICMR project "To establish shodhvik oncology liquid biopsy hotspot assay platform". The notice signs off with the Principal Investigator of the Centre for Advanced Research (CAR) ICMR Project.
Vacancy Details
The notice advertises 4 posts in total. It prints no category-wise break-up.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I | 2 | Rs. 56000/- plus HRA per month as sanctioned in the project |
| Project Technical Support-III | 2 | Rs. 28,000/- plus HRA per month as sanctioned in the project |
| Total | 4 |
Who Can Apply
The upper age limit for both posts is 35 years. The notice prints no age cut-off date and no age relaxation. SC/ST reservations for the posts apply as per university and ICMR rules.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I | First class post-graduation degree, including the integrated PG degree; OR second class post graduate degree, including the integrated PG degrees, with Ph.D.; OR Engineering/IT/CS first class graduate degree of four years | 3 years of experience in a government institute academic research lab |
| Project Technical Support-III | Three years graduate in relevant subject/field plus three years government experience; OR PG in relevant subject/field of Cancer Genomics | Not specified in the notice |
Project Research Scientist-I
The notice states that candidates with a publication in a peer review journal will be only considered.
Project Technical Support-III
The notice states the qualification as three years graduate in relevant subject/field plus three years government experience, or PG in relevant subject/field of Cancer Genomics. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Pay and Tenure
Emoluments are paid as sanctioned in the project. Project Research Scientist-I gets Rs. 56000/- plus HRA per month. Project Technical Support-III gets Rs. 28,000/- plus HRA per month. The appointment is on temporary basis, and the project is funded until 31.08.2029.
How to Apply for DU Recruitment 2026
- Write the application on plain paper with detailed bio-data.
- Enclose copies of the relevant certificates.
- Address it to: Principal Investigator, Centre for Advanced Research (CAR) ICMR Project, Room no. 303, Genetics Department, 2nd Floor, Biotech Building, University of Delhi, South Campus, New Delhi - 110021.
- Make sure it reaches that address within 15 days of appearance of the advertisement.
The notice does not name a mode of sending (post, courier or by hand) and prints no email address.
Documents named in the notice
- Application on plain paper with detailed bio-data
- Copies of relevant certificates
Important Instructions
- The appointment is on temporary basis and linked to the project, which is funded until 31.08.2029.
- Pay is as sanctioned in the project.
- For Project Research Scientist-I, only candidates with a publication in a peer review journal will be considered.
- SC/ST reservations apply as per university and ICMR rules.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Advertisement of the Department of Genetics, University of Delhi South Campus |
| Official Website | Official website of Delhi University South Campus |
