The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), a premier institute for food technology education and research based in Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana, has announced recruitment for the post of Junior Research Fellow (Quality Assurance Executive). A single vacancy is on offer under a project to establish NIFTEM-K as a proficiency testing provider for fortified foods. The role involves quality assurance and laboratory work on a project-based, contractual engagement lasting up to twelve months.
NIFTEM Recruitment 2026 - JRF (Quality Assurance Executive) Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
08 Oct
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Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 08 Oct 2026
- Notification28 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed08 Oct
About NIFTEM JRF (Quality Assurance Executive) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management
- Post Name
- JRF(Quality Assurance Executive)
- Job Location
- Sonipat, Haryana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 06 months of relevant experience in food testing, food analysis, laboratory operations and quality control for M.Sc./M.Tech holders; minimum 2 years of the same for B.Sc./B.Tech/B.E. holders.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 37,000 + 8% HRA per month
- Tenure
- 12 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier
Vacancy Breakdown
JRF(Quality Assurance Executive)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| JRF(Quality Assurance Executive) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
JRF (Quality Assurance Executive) - Qualification and Experience
M.Sc./M.Tech in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/Natural Products Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Food Technology/Food Science & Nutrition/Microbiology, with a minimum of 06 months of relevant experience in food testing, food analysis, laboratory operations, and quality control. Or Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.)/B.Tech/B.E. in Food Technology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in food testing, food analysis, laboratory operations, and quality control.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| JRF (Quality Assurance Executive) - Qualification and Experience | M.Sc./M.Tech in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/Natural Products Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Food Technology/Food Science & Nutrition/Microbiology, with a minimum of 06 months of relevant experience in food testing, food analysis, laboratory operations, and quality control. Or Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.)/B.Tech/B.E. in Food Technology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in food testing, food analysis, laboratory operations, and quality control. |
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years
Age Relaxation
Relaxation of 5 years for women, SC, ST, OBC and differently abled candidates as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
- 1Short-listing
Candidates are short-listed on the basis of their qualifications and experience.
- 2Interview
Only short-listed candidates are called for an interview; the date and time are communicated by email and no TA/DA is paid.
Salary Structure
Rs. 37,000 + 8% HRA per month
How to Apply
- 1Fill the application form on the NIFTEM recruitment portal at career.droniftem.com
- 2Upload scanned, self-attested supporting documents with the form
- 3Submit the application on or before 08-10-2026
- 4Write to [email protected] for any query
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Scanned self-attested supporting documents with the online application
•Original certificates and other relevant documents at the interview
Important Details
- The engagement is purely contractual, for twelve months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier, and selected candidates have no claim to a regular appointment.
- Only short-listed candidates are called for the interview, no TA/DA is paid for attending it, and the interview date and time are intimated by email only.
- Candidates must carry their original certificates and other relevant documents to the interview.
Project Details
Project title: Establishment of CFRA, NIFTEM-K as a proficiency testing provider for fortified foods. Engagement is for 12 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.
Desirable Experience and Training
- Minimum 1 year of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Management System, testing laboratory, PT/ILC programme, or a related field
- Training on Internal Auditing as per ISO/IEC 17043:2023 for Proficiency Testing Providers
Desirable Knowledge
- Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17043:2023 and requirements applicable to proficiency testing providers
- Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017, particularly where PT activities involve laboratory testing
- Knowledge of document control, record control, internal audit, nonconformity, corrective action, risk management and continual improvement
- Basic understanding of PT programme planning, PT item handling, homogeneity/stability, participant communication, result evaluation and PT reporting
- Basic understanding of statistical concepts used in PT, including assigned value, standard deviation, z-score and performance evaluation
- Training or competence in internal auditing of management systems, preferably ISO/IEC 17043/17025
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, data management and preparation of quality records/reports
- Good written and verbal communication skills for interaction with participants, technical personnel, auditors and management
- Ability to prepare, review and maintain SOPs, formats, quality records, audit documents, CAPA records and PT documentation
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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