NIBMG Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 11 Project Associate, Project Scientist and More Posts

BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG), Kalyani, an institute of the Government of India under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Department of Biotechnology, is filling 11 contractual project posts under the DBT-funded IndiaCAN-Twin oral cancer project. The posts are Project Scientist I, Research Associate I, Principal Project Associate, Project Associate II and Project Associate I. Pay ranges from Rs. 31,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month plus 27% HRA, and the appointment is initially for one year. Candidates send a C.V. and the prescribed application form to [email protected] by 20 November 2026, and shortlisted candidates are interviewed online.

NIBMG Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.

About NIBMG Recruitment 2026

BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics, Kalyani, describes itself as an institute that has created the physical infrastructure and platform technologies to support research, translation and training in biomedical genomics. These posts are "Project Linked Person" positions for extramural projects carried out by the institute.

The posts serve the IndiaCAN-Twin project. Its Principal Investigators are Prof. Nidhan K. Biswas and Prof. Analabha Basu, and its Co-Principal Investigator is Dr. Dilip Kumar. The project studies gingivo-buccal oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), the leading cancer among Indian males. It uses multi-omics profiling, longitudinal cohorts and computational genomics pipelines at NIBMG, together with artificial intelligence and digital pathology. The aim is to build predictive Bio-AI frameworks and to find diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for Indian oral cancer patients.

Vacancy Details

The advertisement lists 11 posts in five positions. The pay is a consolidated monthly remuneration in rupees.

The notice gives no category-wise break-up of the posts.

Who Can Apply

Each post has its own essential qualification. The notice does not mention an age limit.

Project Scientist I

• Essential: Doctoral Degree in Science or Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent.
• Desirable: Expert in developing data analytical pipelines and tools for big data analysis and interpretations of genomics and transcriptomics data.
• Desirable: Experience in AI/ML model development.
• Desirable: Experience in Python or R.
• Desirable: Good knowledge in Linux.

Research Associate I

• Essential: Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree, or 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
• Desirable: Documented experience in cell culture, multi-omics data generation (library preparation, sequencing), cell culture and functional/molecular biology assays.
• Desirable: Candidates with demonstrated experience in molecular cloning, CRISPR-Cas9 based assays etc. will be preferred.
• Desirable: Experience in developing data analytical pipelines and tools for big data analysis and interpretations of genomics and transcriptomics data.

Principal Project Associate

Essential qualification, either of two options:

• Option 1: (i) Master's Degree in Natural or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent; and (ii) Eight years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• OR Option 2: Doctoral Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology / Pharma / MD / MS from a recognized University or equivalent; and (ii) Four years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and service.

Desirable qualification, either of two profiles:

• Computational profile: (i) Experience in developing data analytical pipelines and tools for big data analysis and interpretations of genomics and transcriptomics data; (ii) Experience in AI/ML; (iii) Experience in Linux, Python or R.
• OR wet-lab profile: (i) Documented experience in multi-omics data generation (library preparation, sequencing); (ii) Documented experience in cell culture and functional/molecular biology assays. Candidates with prior experience in molecular cloning, CRISPR-Cas9 based assays etc. will be preferred.

Project Associate II

• Essential: (i) Master's Degree in Natural or bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent; and (ii) 2 years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• Desirable: Documented experience in cell culture, multi-omics data generation (library preparation, sequencing).
• Desirable: Experience in cell culture and functional/molecular biology assays.

Project Associate I

• Essential 1: Master's Degree in Natural or bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent.
• Essential 2: CSIR-UGC (NET)/LS or GATE or equivalent National level examinations conducted by central govt agencies.
• Desirable (computational profile): Experience in omics data analysis; experience in AI/ML; experience in Linux, Python or R.
• OR desirable (wet-lab profile): Candidates with hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular biology assays will be preferred.

The application form asks each applicant whether they have hands-on experience in AI/ML, in multi-omic next-generation sequencing data generation and analysis, in cell culture/functional assays and with programming languages, each with details of up to 50 words, and whether they are proficient in English communication and writing. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

Pay and Tenure

• The pay for every post is a consolidated monthly remuneration, with 27% HRA on top of the amount shown in the vacancy table.
• For Project Associate I: if no suitable candidate is found with the second essential qualification (CSIR-UGC NET/LS, GATE or an equivalent national-level examination), a candidate who does not have it may be given Rs. 25,000/- + HRA.
• The positions are contractual.
• Appointments will be initially for one year, which is extendable depending upon performance, availability of funds and requirements of the project.

NIBMG Recruitment 2026 Job Description

The notice lists the "Nature of Duty" for each post.

Project Scientist I

• Multi-omics data integration.
• Process and make data AI-ready.
• AI model testing and critically assess the performance.
• High throughput data analysis and interpretation.

Research Associate I

• Performing wet lab-based molecular biology/functional validation assays.
• Performing mammalian cell culture-based assays.
• Assisting in performing multi-omics data generation (library preparation, sequencing).
• Report writing.

Principal Project Associate

Computational duties:

• Multi-omics data integration.
• Process and make data AI-ready.
• AI model testing and critically assess the performance.
• High throughput data analysis and interpretation and report writing.

OR wet-lab duties:

• Performing wet lab-based molecular biology assays.
• Performing mammalian cell culture-based assays.
• Assisting in performing multi-omics data generation (library preparation, sequencing).
• Report writing.

Project Associate II

• Performing wet lab-based molecular biology/functional validation assays.
• Maintenance of biosamples in biorepository, record keeping.
• Inventory management.
• Record keeping and Report writing.

Project Associate I

• High throughput data QC, analysis and multi-omics data integration.
• Process and make data AI-ready and testing of AI models.
• Inventory management.
• Record keeping and Report writing.

How to Apply for NIBMG Recruitment 2026

Applications are made by email only.

1. Fill in the "Application Form for Selection under Research Projects / Studies" attached to the advertisement. Enter the Advt. No., the Project Name and the position applied for.
2. Attach a photocopy of the relevant category certificate if you belong to SC/ST/OBC. Use a separate sheet for qualification and experience details if the space is not enough.
3. Merge all the relevant attachments into a single PDF.
4. Email your C.V. and the application in the prescribed format to [email protected] with a subject line, by 20-11-2026.
5. If you are applying for more than one position, send a separate application and a separate email for each role.

An application not sent in the prescribed format will not be accepted. Incomplete submissions or applications lacking the specified subject line format will not be considered.

Documents named in the notice

• C.V.
• Application in the prescribed format, covering personal details, date of birth as per the Matriculation or equivalent certificate, qualifications in reverse chronological order, NET/GATE details if qualified, experience, and other relevant information such as achievements and publications.
• Photocopy of the relevant category certificate (SC/ST/OBC).
• Original certificates and testimonials of qualification and experience, to be shown at the time of interview and joining (if selected).

Selection and Interview

• The interview is online. Only shortlisted candidates will be sent the interview link on TEAMS.
• Original certificates and testimonials supporting qualification and experience must be shown at the time of interview and at joining. In the declaration on the form, the applicant agrees to bring the original degrees, certificates and other documents for verification at the time of test or interview.
• The decision of NIBMG in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of application, mode of selection and conduct of interviews will be final and binding on the candidates.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• If selected, a candidate must produce all documents in original. If the documents do not truly reflect what is mentioned in the application, the candidature will be cancelled.
• The institute website, www.nibmg.ac.in, carries further information.

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