The Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), an autonomous research institute of the Department of Biotechnology located at Faridabad in Haryana, is hiring for two project-based positions: Research Associate-I and Project Associate-I/II. Each post is tied to a separate research project, one on maternal activity and metabolic syndrome funded through CEFIPRA, and the other on environmental chemical risk factors for type 2 diabetes. Selection is through a walk-in process involving a written test, skill test or interview.
THSTI Research Associate and Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026THS/RN/01/2026/10-I
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Walk-in Open
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview on 22 Oct 2026, 9:00 AM
THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurugram Expressway, Farida…
- Notification12 Oct
- Walk-in22 Oct
About THSTI Research Associate and Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Translational Health Science and Technology Institute
- Advertisement No.
- THS/RN/01/2026/10-I
- Post Name
- Research Associate-I and Project Associate-I/II
- Job Location
- Faridabad, Haryana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Short-term project-based positions; extension subject to satisfactory performance of the incumbent and the tenure of the project
Vacancy Breakdown
Research Associate-I
1
Project Associate-I/II
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Research Associate-I | 1 |
| Project Associate-I/II | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Research Associate-I1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. in Life Sciences or Molecular Biology or a related discipline with at least one (1) first-author research article published in a reputed peer-reviewed journal. Desirable: proven proficiency in core molecular and cellular biology techniques.
- Experience
- Hands-on experience in laboratory animal handling and in vivo experimentation
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Project
- Investigating the Role of maternal activity in the Developmental Origins of Metabolic Syndrome, funded by Indo-French Centre for the Promotion of Advanced Research (CEFIPRA)
- Principal Investigator
- Dr. Suchitra Devi Gopinath
- Job Description
- Design, execute and manage in vivo experiments; handle, treat and sample small laboratory animals; conduct advanced molecular biology assays such as qPCR, Western blotting and cloning and cellular biology procedures such as mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry and microscopy; analyse complex experimental datasets and draft manuscripts for publication
Project Associate-I/II1 post
- Qualification
- For PA-I: B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.Tech degree in any branch of Life Sciences or Chemical Sciences from a recognized university. For PA-II: B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.Tech degree in any branch of Life Sciences or Chemical Sciences from a recognized university, with at least two (2) years of post-qualification research experience in the relevant field.
- Experience
- For PA-II, at least two (2) years of post-qualification research experience in the relevant field. Candidates should possess a strong technical background in targeted and untargeted metabolomics, along with demonstrated hands-on expertise in LC-MS instrumentation, method development, data acquisition and advanced metabolomics data analysis.
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Project
- Assessing Environmental Chemical Risk Factor For Type 2 Diabetes: A 24 Year Follow-Up Cohort Study
- Principal Investigator
- Dr. Yashwant Kumar
Age Limit
35 years as on the date of walk-in interview (22 October 2026)
Age Relaxation
5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD (UR), 13 years for PwBD (OBC), 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST), up to 5 years for Central Government servants, Institute employees to the extent of service rendered, Ex-servicemen to the extent of service in the defence forces plus 3 years with a minimum of 6 months attested service
Selection Process
- 1Written Test / Skill Test / Interview
Conducted on the walk-in day at the THSTI campus; if many candidates appear, screening will limit the number to those with higher or relevant qualification and experience.
Salary Structure
Research Associate-I
Pay: Rs. 58,000/- plus HRA
Project Associate-I/II
Pay: Rs. 35,000/- plus HRA (or Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for PA-I) for scholars selected through national eligibility tests such as CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship or GATE, or through national level examinations conducted by Central Departments and their agencies and institutions; Rs. 28,000/- plus HRA (or Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA for PA-I) for others
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Research Associate-I | Rs. 58,000/- plus HRA |
| Project Associate-I/II | Rs. 35,000/- plus HRA (or Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for PA-I) for scholars selected through national eligibility tests such as CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship or GATE, or through national level examinations conducted by Central Departments and their agencies and institutions; Rs. 28,000/- plus HRA (or Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA for PA-I) for others |
How to Apply
- 1Report to THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurugram Expressway, Faridabad 121001 at 9:00 AM on 22 October 2026
- 2Carry the latest CV or resume along with one set of photocopies of documents supporting educational qualification and experience
- 3Carry the original documents and a valid ID card for verification
- 4Deposit the mobile phone and a valid identity proof at the reception before the selection process begins
- 5Appear for the written test, skill test or interview conducted on the day
Reporting Venue
THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurugram Expressway, Faridabad - 121001
Reporting time: 9:00 AM
Candidates must report at 9:00 AM on 22 October 2026 at THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurugram Expressway, Faridabad 121001 for the written test, skill test or interview. They must bring their latest CV, one set of photocopies of documents supporting educational qualification and experience, the originals and a valid ID card. Mobile phones and a valid identity proof have to be deposited at the reception and are returned only after the entire selection process is over. Candidates arriving after the time slot will not be entertained.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Latest CV/resume
•One set of photocopies of documents in support of educational qualification and experience
•Original documents for verification
•Valid ID card
Important Details
- Candidates must report at 9:00 AM on 22 October 2026 and those arriving after the time slot will not be entertained.
- Mobile phones and a valid identity proof must be deposited at the reception and are returned only after the entire selection process is completed.
- If many candidates appear, screening will limit the number to those with higher or relevant qualification and experience.
- The number of vacancies may change subject to the actual requirement at the time of the written test, skill test or interview.
- All results and notifications are published only on the THSTI website and all communication is made through email.
- The date of interview is the crucial date for determining eligibility for age, experience and essential qualification.
General Terms and Conditions
- These are short-term positions and extension will be granted subject to satisfactory performance of the incumbents and the tenure of the project; appointees will have no claim for regularization of employment.
- All educational, professional and technical qualifications should be from a recognized Board or University.
- The experience requirement is experience acquired after obtaining the minimum educational qualifications specified for the post.
- Age and other relaxations for direct recruits and departmental candidates: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD (UR), 13 years for PwBD (OBC), 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST), up to 5 years for Central Government servants, Institute employees to the extent of service rendered, and Ex-servicemen to the extent of service in the defence forces plus 3 years with a minimum of 6 months attested service.
- Canvassing wrong information in any form will be a disqualification.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
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