Are you an MSc or MTech graduate in Life Sciences looking for a rewarding career in advanced research? The National Institute of Immunology (NII) is offering an exciting opportunity for the position of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical). This role is part of a prestigious project funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and offers a competitive salary of Rs. 56,000 per month plus 30% HRA, totaling Rs. 72,800 per month. Read on to learn more about this job, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

About the National Institute of Immunology (NII)

The National Institute of Immunology (NII) is a premier research institution in India dedicated to advanced research in immunology and related life sciences. NII focuses on understanding the body’s defense mechanisms and developing innovative strategies to combat diseases. This position is part of a cutting-edge project aimed at repurposing FDA-approved drugs for cancer immunotherapy.

Job Details

• Position: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Project Title: “Repurposing and Validating the FDA-approved UDP-Glucose Ceramide Glucosyltransferase (UGCG) Inhibitor ‘Eliglustat’ as a Potential Intervention for Breast and Oral Cancer Immunotherapy”
• Project Duration: Tenable till 31st January 2027
• Salary: Rs. 56,000 per month + 30% HRA (Total Rs. 72,800 per month)
• Job Location: National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for this Research Scientist position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Educational Qualifications

• A first-class postgraduate degree (M.Sc./M.Tech) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, or a related field.
• Candidates must have qualified for a National Level Eligibility Test such as NET or GATE.
• At least two years of research experience in relevant areas.

Desired Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in:

1. Animal Handling: Mice handling, tumor inoculation, and various injection techniques.
2. Cell Culture: Cancer cell culture and immunological experiments.
3. Immunological Techniques: FACS, ELISA, T-cell activation assays, and p-MHC tetramer formulation.
4. Molecular Biology: Transfection, lentivirus production, and protein purification.
5. Nanotechnology: Nanoparticle synthesis, bioconjugation, and characterization.

Job Responsibilities

As a Project Research Scientist-I, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting experiments related to peptide-MHC complex production in bacterial and mammalian systems.
• Performing T-cell activation assays in vitro and in vivo.
• Working with animal models for tumor studies.
• Synthesizing and characterizing nanoparticles for therapeutic applications.
• Collaborating with the research team to achieve project milestones.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must follow the steps below to apply:

1. Application Format: Download and fill the prescribed application format available on the NII website.
2. Email Submission: Send your completed application along with your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and details of three referees to the Project Investigator, Dr. Santiswarup Singha, at santiswarup@nii.ac.in.
3. Application Fee: A fee of Rs. 100 is applicable, payable via Demand Draft, UPI, Paytm, or PhonePe. Women, SC/ST/PH candidates are exempted from this fee.
4. Last Date: Applications must be submitted by 24th March 2025.

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