Apply Online for post of Project Associate, Research Associate at CDRI

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, a premier Institute under Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), is involved in multidisciplinary R&D programs of both basic and applied nature. CSIR-CDRI is a pioneer biomedical research organization in India and has the infrastructure and expertise to develop a drug from concept to commercialization. In the year 2012, CSIR-CDRI shifted to its state of the art new campus, which has been set up with a vision to serve as a Nodal Center of CSIR in new drug discovery and development.

Post : Project Associate, Research Associate

Project Associate-I
Sr.No. : 1
Advt No. : 03 (P14)/2024
Project Code/Title : GAP0465 | Transition metal-catalyzed fluorine insertion in small organic molecules
Monthly Emoluments : i) 31000/- plus 16%HRA (CSIR/UGC-NET (JRF/LS) or GATE or INSPIRE candidates) OR ii) 25000/- plus 16% HRA (those who have not cleared any national level exam)
Essential Qualification : MSc in Chemistry with minimum 55% marks
Desired Qualification : Organic chemistry laboratory work experience
Age Limit : 35
Research Associate-I
Sr.No. : 2
Advt No. : 03 (P15)/2024
Project Code/Title : GAP0397 | Design and Synthesis of Biased Kappa Opioid receptor Agonists for treating Chronic Pain
Monthly Emoluments : Rs. 47000/- + 16% HRAs
Essential Qualification : PhD in Chemistry
Desired Qualification : The work of the thesis should be in the area of synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry as endorsed by research publications in peer-reviewed journal (as first author) or patent application filed. Applicants having a) experience in medicinal chemistry with the objective of preparing chemical libraries for biological activity following contemporary synthetic organic chemistry, b) research publications in high impact peer reviewed journals, c) knowledge about biochemical targets for neuropathic pain or the area of neurosciences, d) NET/GATE qualified for doctoral work and e) good communication skills will be preferred.
Age Limit : 40

Project Associate-1
Sr.No. : 3
Advt No. : 03 (P18)/2024
Project Code/Title : GAP0446 | Target Enabling Packages for Non-hormonal Contraception
Monthly Emoluments : (i) Rs. 31,000/- + 18% HRA p.m. to Scholars who are CSIR-NET/GATE Qualified OR (ii) Rs. 25,000+18% HRA p.m. for others who do not fall under (i) above.
Essential Qualification : Masters (1st Division) in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology
Desired Qualification : Experience/interest in computer-assisted scientific research in the area of Drug Design including Bio-molecular modeling and simulation studies, Virtual screening, pharmacophore perception etc. Familiarity with Linux-/Unix-based computer systems/ Machine Learning methods would be an advantage.
CSIR-NET/DBT-JRF/GATE Qualified
Age Limit : 35
Project Associate-II
Sr.No. : 4
Advt No. : 03 (P16)/2024
Project Code/Title : GAP0474 | Preclinical Development and Scientific Validation of Putranjiva Seeds for Female Pro-fertility
Monthly Emoluments : 35,000/-+18% HRA
Essential Qualification : Master’s Degree in any stream of Life Sciences along with NET/GATE & two years of research experience
Desired Qualification : Acquainted with Animal Handling & Molecular Techniques
Age Limit : 35

Project Associate-1
Sr.No. : 5
Advt No. : 03 (P17)/2024
Project Code/Title : GAP0446 | Target enabling packages for non-hormonal contraception
Monthly Emoluments : (i) Rs. 31,000/ + 18% HRA p.m. to Scholars who are CSIR-NET/DBT-JRF/GATE/ICMR Qualified OR (ii) Rs. 25,000 +18% HRA p.m. for others who do not fall under (i) above.
Essential Qualification : Masters Degree in Biotechnology/ Life Sciences/ Biochemistry/ Allied biological Sciences discipline
Desired Qualification : Research Experience in basic lab research techniques, tools, assay, etc. and mammalian cell culture.
Age Limit : 35

To apply for the advertised post, please go through the Instructions given below
1) All applicants must fulfill the essential qualification for the position and other conditions stipulated in the advertisement as on the last date of submission of application. They are advised to satisfy themselves before applying that they possess at least the essential qualifications laid down for position/positions as on the last date of submission of application.
2) The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for interview. The duly constituted Screening Committee will adopt its own criteria for short-listing the candidates. The candidate should therefore, mention in the application all the qualifications and experiences in the relevant area over and above the minimum prescribed qualification, supported with.
3) List of shortlisted candidates meeting the criteria (Essential qualification plus criteria set by the committee) shall be notified on the CDRI Website.
4) Date and mode of interview shall be communicated to the shortlisted candidates through e-mail.
5) The position/s are purely temporary. The engagements shall be initially for a period of ONE YEAR or till the project duration or to the extent funds available, whichever is earlier. The engagements shall be extendable on yearly basis subject to performance review and project duration / funds availability.
6) The engagement of a project staff in different projects either in the CSIR – Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow or different Lab./Institute of CSIR taken together shall not exceed 5 years in any case.
7) The engagement in these projects will not confer any right implicit or explicit on the candidate for consideration for regularization against any CSIR/CDRI post(s).
8) The number of positions to be recruited may vary at the time of selection depending on the requirement under the project.
9) No TA/DA or allowances will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.
10) Suitable Candidates may be empaneled for future requirement if any, under same project or different projects of similar nature and requiring candidates with similar essential and desirable qualifications.

11) Age will be reckoned as on the last date of submission of application for this advertisement. Age relaxation will be provided as per Government of India norms. Candidates seeking age relaxation should enclose relevant certificates in prescribed format issued by the appropriate authority as per the latest instructions issued on the subject.
12) Applications submitted after the scheduled date and time shall not be considered for the interview and summarily rejected.
13) The shortlisted candidates shall attend the interview (online / offline), as communicated to the candidate.
14) In case a large number of candidates apply, the Screening Committee may include the additional screening criteria beyond essential and desirable qualifications and shortlist the candidates for interview in proportion to the available vacancies.
15) Candidate has the option to interact in English/Hindi before the Selection Committee.
16) In case the final certificates reflect CGPA/SGPA/OGPA Grades, the candidate should convert the same into an equivalent percentage as per the approved formula of the University in the Google Form, and a copy of such conversion must be attached along with the google form.
17) To avoid any inconvenience, only those candidates who strictly fulfill the eligibility criteria and possess the degree’s / mark sheets in the subjects above should apply for the interview.
18) Upon selection, the original documents, including eligibility qualification, DOB, caste, and age relaxation certificate, will be verified. If any discrepancy is found, the selection shall stand cancelled automatically.
19) Advertisement / post may be cancelled at any stage due to force majeure, including closure of project, non-availability of fund, compromised integrity, unethical practices, etc.
20) The decision of the CSIR-CDRI in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode of selection, and conduct of examination/interview will be final and binding on the candidates.