Panjab University, Chandigarh, a leading central university, has invited applications for one Project Technical Support-III position in its Department of Biophysics. The post is part of an ICMR-sponsored research project on machine learning and AI-guided design of antimicrobial peptides against multidrug resistant pathogens. It is a temporary, project-based research support role suited to candidates with a background in biophysics or allied life sciences.
Panjab University Project Technical Support III Recruitment 2026
- Notification14 Oct
- Applications Opentill 23 Oct
About Panjab University Project Technical Support III Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Panjab University, Chandigarh
- Post Name
- Project Technical Support-III
- Job Location
- Chandigarh, Chandigarh
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Three years' experience for candidates applying on the strength of a three years B.Sc/graduate degree
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 28,000 + 5600 (20% HRA)
- Tenure
- Initial appointment for one year, extendable up to 2 years based on performance; temporary and co-terminus with the ICMR project
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Technical Support-III | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Candidates must possess a three years B.Sc/graduate degree with three years' experience OR M.Sc./PG degree with a minimum of 55 percent marks in Biophysics/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Allied fields. Candidates with UGC-NET/GATE/other national entrance test conducted by Government of India will be preferred. Desirable: prior knowledge of molecular modelling, software, biomolecular simulations, various microbiology, biochemical and spectrophotometric assays, cell culture and molecular biology techniques.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Technical Support-III | Candidates must possess a three years B.Sc/graduate degree with three years' experience OR M.Sc./PG degree with a minimum of 55 percent marks in Biophysics/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Allied fields. Candidates with UGC-NET/GATE/other national entrance test conducted by Government of India will be preferred. Desirable: prior knowledge of molecular modelling, software, biomolecular simulations, various microbiology, biochemical and spectrophotometric assays, cell culture and molecular biology techniques. |
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years
Age Relaxation
Other relaxations as per ICMR and Panjab University norms are applicable.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Eligible candidates are shortlisted on the basis of qualifications and experience.
- 2Interview
The date and venue of the interview are conveyed by email or phone to shortlisted candidates; no separate call letter is issued and no TA/DA is paid.
Salary Structure
Rs. 28,000 + 5600 (20% HRA)
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application on plain paper
- 2Attach a detailed resume giving your email, address and contact number
- 3Enclose attested copies of educational certificates and work experience or publications
- 4Submit the application to Prof. Avneet Saini, Principal Investigator, Department of Biophysics, BMS Block-II, South Campus, Sector-25, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014 on or before 23 October 2026
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Important Details
- The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the ICMR-sponsored project.
- No separate call letter will be issued for the interview; the date and venue will be conveyed by email or phone to eligible candidates.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Project Details
The post is under the ICMR-sponsored research project titled 'Machine Learning and AI-Guided Design and Validation of Cost-Effective Next-Generation Antimicrobial Peptides Against Multidrug Resistant Pathogens', sanctioned to Prof. Avneet Saini, Principal Investigator, Department of Biophysics, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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