NII Project Assistant (Gene Regulation Laboratory) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

One Project Assistant position is open for six months in the ANRF-funded project "Towards developing gut microbial metabolites-based therapeutic intervention for colorectal cancer" at the National Institute of Immunology (NII), under BRIC, a DBT Organization, with Rs. 20,000/- per month plus 30% HRA. Candidates with M.Sc/M.Tech in Immunology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences/Microbiology or any other related field of Life Sciences can apply only through online mode by 14 November 2026. The walk-in interview is listed for 17 November 2026 (Tuesday), in online mode from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

NII Project Assistant at a Glance

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

About NII Project Assistant

The National Institute of Immunology is a research institute whose letterhead describes it as part of BRIC, a DBT Organization. This Project Assistant post is attached to a research project led by Dr. Anil Kumar, Staff Scientist-V, Gene Regulation Laboratory. The project, funded by ANRF, works towards developing a therapeutic intervention for colorectal cancer based on gut microbial metabolites.

Who Can Apply

Essential qualification: M.Sc/M.Tech in Immunology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences/Microbiology or any other related field of Life Sciences from recognized university.

Desirable: Research experience in molecular biology techniques.

The notice does not print an age limit for the post. The application format asks whether the candidate has qualified any National Level Examination (such as NET/GATE), but the notice does not make it a condition to apply. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

Pay and Tenure

The Project Assistant will get Rs. 20,000/- per month plus 30% HRA, as per DST OM dated 10.07.2020/Funding agency norms. The position is for 06 months (six months) under the ANRF-funded project.

NII Project Assistant Job Description

• Candidates are desired to have experience in the field of molecular biology and cell culture techniques.

How to Apply for NII Project Assistant

Applications will be accepted only through online mode, up to 14 November 2026. The notice does not name a portal or a separate email address for sending the application; the only contact it prints is the Project Investigator's email ID, [email protected].

1. Fill up the application form in the prescribed format printed on page 2 of the notice.
2. Attach your CV; applications without CVs are not entertained.
3. Enclose the necessary documents for verification.
4. Indicate the date of passing each examination clearly.
5. Submit the application through online mode by 14 November 2026.

Details asked in the prescribed format

• Full name, father's name and mother's name
• Date of birth and age, gender, and category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/PH)
• Full correspondence address and permanent address
• E-mail ID, telephone number and mobile number
• Details of past experience and present employment, if any; whether holding an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card (Yes/No)
• Whether qualified any National Level Examination (Yes/No), and academic qualifications: examination passed, year of passing, board/institution/university, percentage and division, remarks

Selection and Interview

The walk-in interview will be conducted through online mode. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by email of the date and the online link for the interview after the last date of applications. The notice lists the walk-in interview date as 17 November 2026 (Tuesday), online mode, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Only registered candidates will be interviewed.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Apply strictly in the prescribed format; applications containing incomplete information will not be entertained.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

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