The Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), an autonomous biotechnology research institute in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has invited applications for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) under advertisement number 10/2026. There is one vacancy on offer. The position is project-based and forms part of an ICMR/MAHA MedTech funded project on an AI-integrated nanopore sensing system for early detection of cervical cancer, working under the Laboratory of Dr. Mahandran K R.
RGCB Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Posted 09 Oct 2026Updated 09 Oct 2026Adv. 10/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
14 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 14 Oct 2026
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed14 Oct
About RGCB Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
- Advertisement No.
- Adv. 10/2026
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Job Location
- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum one year of experience in Membrane Protein Purification, supported by a documented experience certificate.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 56,000/- + 20% HRA per month
- Tenure
- Project-based engagement, coterminus with the end of the project
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) - Qualification and Experience
M.Sc or equivalent degree in any branch of Life Sciences, with 70% marks. Minimum of one year of experience in Membrane Protein Purification. A documented experience certificate is required.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) - Qualification and Experience | M.Sc or equivalent degree in any branch of Life Sciences, with 70% marks. Minimum of one year of experience in Membrane Protein Purification. A documented experience certificate is required. |
Age Limit
Below 35 years as on 14-10-2026
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Applications are shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria.
- 2Interview
Online selection interview; selection is based on qualifications and performance in the interview.
Salary Structure
Rs. 56,000/- + 20% HRA per month
How to Apply
- 1Check that you meet all the eligibility criteria for the position
- 2Open the online application portal on the official RGCB website
- 3Fill in and submit the application online
- 4If you are currently working in a Government firm, send your application through the proper channel
- 5Submit a separate application form if you wish to apply for a different position
Important Details
- The post is a project-based engagement funded by the ICMR/MAHA MedTech project titled "An AI-Integrated Ultrasensitive Nanopore Sensing System for Non-invasive Early Detection of Cervical Cancer" under the Laboratory of Dr. Mahandran K R, Scientist E-II.
- Selection to the position does not entitle the candidate to any future position at RGCB, permanent or otherwise, and the position is coterminus with the end of the project.
- Candidates currently working in Government firms must send their applications through the proper channel.
- Applications not in the prescribed format will be summarily rejected.
Desirable Qualification
Minimum of one year of experience in handling Biophysical techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one position?
Yes. A separate application form must be submitted for each position applied for.
Is the Project Research Scientist-I position permanent?
No. It is a project-based engagement that ends with the project, and selection does not give any claim to a future permanent or other position at RGCB.
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