The Department of Radiation Biology and Toxicology, Manipal School of Life Sciences (MSLS), Manipal, under Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is inviting applications for Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) on an ICMR-funded lung tumor project. The tenure is 3.5 years and the remuneration is Rs. 56,000 + HRA per month. A PhD in any field of Life Sciences is required. Applications go by email to [email protected] and [email protected] by 22 November 2026.
MAHE Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) |
| Department | Department of Radiation Biology and Toxicology, Manipal School of Life Sciences (MSLS), Manipal |
| Project | Deciphering lung tumor-stroma crosstalk during tumor progression using intersectional genetics, spatial transcriptomics, and patient-derived 3D organoid models and the development of stromal-targeting therapy |
| Funding Agency | ICMR |
| Tenure | 3.5 Years |
| Post Name(s) | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) |
| Pay | Rs. 56,000 + HRA per month |
| Job Location | Manipal |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | November 22, 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the number of vacancies, the age limit, the application fee or the selection process.
About the Project
The post sits in the Department of Radiation Biology and Toxicology at Manipal School of Life Sciences (MSLS), Manipal, which belongs to Manipal Academy of Higher Education. The notice lists the area as Science and Technology. The project is funded by ICMR and studies lung tumor-stroma crosstalk during tumor progression, using intersectional genetics, spatial transcriptomics and patient-derived 3D organoid models, with the aim of developing stromal-targeting therapy.
Who Can Apply
The essential qualification for Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) is a PhD in any field of Life Sciences. The notice prints no age limit and no minimum experience.
Desirable: prior experience in the following areas is preferred.
- Mammalian cell culture
- RNA-Seq
- Immunology
- Animal handling
- IF/IHC of tissue
Pay and Tenure
The remuneration is Rs. 56,000 + HRA per month, so HRA is printed in addition to the Rs. 56,000. The tenure of the project post is 3.5 years. The notice names no other allowance and says nothing about extension.
How to Apply for MAHE Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Send the application by email to [email protected] and [email protected].
- Make sure it reaches these addresses by 22 November 2026, the last date of submission printed in the notice.
- For questions, the notice names Director – HR, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, at [email protected], telephone 0820-2923433.
The notice does not specify the documents to attach, the CV format or the email subject line.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply by Email | Application route for Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) |
| Official Notification | MAHE Careers notice for the post |
| MAHE Official Website | Manipal Academy of Higher Education |
| Official Website | Official website of Manipal Academy of Higher Education |
