Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) CSIR Project Fellowship 2025 | M.Sc, B.Tech, B.Pharm | Apply Now

The Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, invites applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a CSIR‑funded project titled “Dual BBB and Glioma Targeting Chimeric‑Peptide Decorated‑Anisotropic Gold NanoRoses for Combined Chemo, Photo and RNAi ShRNA Mediated Therapy in Glioblastoma.” The position is purely contractual for a temporary tenure.

As per the INST Recruitment 2025 Notification, candidates with an M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, or equivalent degrees such as B.S. (4 years), B.Pharm, Integrated BS‑MS, B.E., or B.Tech with at least 55% marks, and who have qualified NET/GATE, are eligible to apply.

The selection process will be based on shortlisting followed by an interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email; no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated fellowship of ₹37,000 per month. The initial appointment will be for one year and may be extended based on performance and the availability of funds, up to the project end (total tenure: 3 years).

Interested and eligible applicants must email a single combined PDF (prescribed application/CV with age proof, certificates, degrees, marksheets, and other testimonials) by email on or before 28‑08‑2025.

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Eligibility Criteria

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Educational Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Life Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, or related fields; OR B.S. (4 years) / B.Pharm / Integrated BS‑MS / B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent with minimum 55% marks.
• NET/GATE qualification is mandatory.
• Desirable experience: peptide synthesis, pharmaceutical formulation development, molecular biology, cell culture handling, animal handling, biosensing, drug delivery, and neurobiology.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 28 years.
• Relaxations: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC, women, and persons with disabilities.

Salary and Benefits

• Fellowship: ₹37,000 per month (consolidated).
• Tenure: Initially 1 year; extendable based on performance and fund availability, up to the project end (overall project tenure: 3 years).

Selection Process

• Shortlisting followed by interview.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email.
• No TA/DA for attending the interview.

Steps to Apply

1. Fill the prescribed application/CV.
2. Attach self‑attested copies of age proof, certificates, degrees, marksheets, and other testimonials.
3. Combine all documents into a single PDF.
4. Email the PDF to [email protected].
5. Last date to apply: 28‑08‑2025.

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For more information about INST vacancies, visit the INST Recruitment page.