Visva-Bharati, the central university at Santiniketan in West Bengal, is hiring Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical) candidates for two project-based posts in its Department of Biotechnology. The assignment forms part of an ICMR-sponsored research project on HHV-4 latent proteins and metabolic reprogramming of B-cells, led by Prof. Tathagata Choudhuri, and selection is through a walk-in interview.
Visva-Bharati Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026
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Walk-in interview on 05 Nov 2026, 02:30 PM
Department of Biotechnology, Siksha-Bhavana, Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan, West Bengal, I…
- Notification15 Oct
- Walk-in05 Nov
Visva-Bharati Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Visva Bharati
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical)
- Job Location
- West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- At least one year of experience in cellular & molecular virology, cell culture, animal (mouse) handling, and data analytics skills (desired)
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 56,000 per month plus admissible HRA as per ICMR rules
- Tenure
- 36 Months or the termination of the project, whichever is earlier
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical)
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical) | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical)
Essential Qualification: Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees in Life Science/Biotechnology/Environment and relevant subjects. Desired Experience: At least one year of experience in cellular & molecular virology, cell culture, animal (mouse) handling, and data analytics skills.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical) | Essential Qualification: Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees in Life Science/Biotechnology/Environment and relevant subjects. Desired Experience: At least one year of experience in cellular & molecular virology, cell culture, animal (mouse) handling, and data analytics skills. |
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Candidates report at the Department of Biotechnology, Siksha-Bhavana, Visva-Bharati at 2:30 PM on 5 November 2026 with the filled application form, CV and documents for verification.
Salary Structure
Rs. 56,000 per month plus admissible HRA as per ICMR rules
How to Apply
- 1Fill up the application form in the prescribed format given in the advertisement
- 2Attach the CV and all necessary documents to the application form
- 3Report to the Department of Biotechnology, Siksha-Bhavana, Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan on 5 November 2026 at 2:30 PM with the originals for verification
Reporting Venue
Department of Biotechnology, Siksha-Bhavana, Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan, West Bengal, India-731235
Reporting time: 02:30 PM
Candidates must fill up the application form in the prescribed format and bring it along with their CV and all necessary original documents for verification. Reporting time is 2:30 PM on 5 November 2026. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Prescribed application form
•CV
•All necessary original documents and certificates for verification
Important Details
- The assignment is purely time-bound and temporary.
- Application forms containing incomplete information will not be entertained, and applications without a CV will not be accepted.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- The date of passing each examination must be indicated clearly in the application form.
Project Details
The assignment is for the ICMR-funded research project titled 'HHV-4 latent proteins-mediated metabolic reprogramming of B-cells during cellular transformation' under Principal Investigator Prof. Tathagata Choudhuri, Department of Biotechnology, Visva-Bharati. The sponsoring agency is the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Govt. of India.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the one year of experience mandatory to apply?
No. The notification lists the one year of experience in cellular and molecular virology, cell culture, animal (mouse) handling and data analytics as desired, not essential. The essential requirement is a Post Graduate Degree in Life Science, Biotechnology, Environment or a relevant subject.
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