MACS-ARI hiring masters in bioinformatics, biotechnology, microbiology

MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) an autonomous Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India is committed to the promotion of science and technology with emphasis on high standards of research and development activities for the benefit of humankind and the nation.

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the temporary posts of “Project Associate-I” (one post) and “Project Assistant” (Two Posts) under “MACS-ARI Sponsored Project” (ARI- 002) in the Bioenergy Group of this Institute. The detailed advertisement is available on the subsequent page.

Funding Agency, Title, Period of the Project & Post Code : MACS-ARI Sponsored Project (ARI-002) : Titled "Microbial Culture Collection Activity" Period up to: 31.03.2028 Post Code: ARI/MIC-10/ARI-002/2025
Name of the Principal Investigator : Dr. P.K. Dhakephalkar, Director, ARI Dr. Kamlesh Jangid, Scientist-E
Group / Division : Bioenergy

Project Associate- I
Essential : (i) First class M.Sc in Bioinformatics / Biotechnology / Microbiology.
(ii) Applicant must be qualified in any of the following test : CSIR/UGC/ICMR including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE. National Level Examination DST, DBT etc.
(iii) Candidates who do not fall under (ii) above will be considered only if no suitable candidate is found in (ii) above.
Desirable : (i) Experience in analysis of sequence-based omics analysis, Perl, Python, database development using PHP admin, and web development.

Project Assistant : (i) First class B.Sc in Microbiology / Biotechnology.
(i) Experience in microbiology, anaerobic microbiology, handling of methanogens and extremophiles and molecular biology, PCR and DNA sequencing.

Monthly Stipend/ Fellowship : i) Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (as applicable) for Project Associate-I
ii) Rs. 20,000/- + HRA (as applicable) for Project Assistant

Age limit (as on date of interview) :
i) 35 years as on closing date of advt. for Project Associate-I
ii) 50 years as on closing date of advt. for Project Assistant

Note : No T.A. is admissible for attending the interview and the selected candidate will have no right for appointment against any ARI or funding agency’s post/s.

Terms and Conditions
1. Candidates fulfilling the above conditions may apply online application link (http://arijob.ourlib.in) and attach self-attested scanned certificates, a recent Passport size photograph, caste certificate issued by competent authority (for reserved category), receipt of online payment of fees {if applicable} on or before 10th April 2025.
2. Non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100/- (except SC/ST/Divyang/Women Candidates) to be paid online through https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/ (Steps to follow: Educational Institutions → Category → Agharkar Research Institute-MACS→ Payment Category→ Other→ Enter Necessary fields/ details etc.). Candidates should attach the receipt of the online payment of fees and indicate the online receipt number in the application form. The Institute is not responsible for any incomplete/pending/failed transactions of online application fee payments, and they may contact the concerned bank in this regard.
3. The prescribed essential qualifications are the bare minimum and mere possession of same will not entitle the candidate to be called for interview. The Institute reserves the right to select a suitable candidate. 4. Age Relaxation will be applicable for the candidates belonging to OBC, SC, ST, etc. categories according to Govt. of India regulations and Institutional norms.
5. In the case of deserving and exceptionally qualified candidates, desirable qualifications are relaxed at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
6. The Positions/ requirements are purely on a contractual basis. The selected candidates may be assigned to another project based on Institutional requirements.
7. The Candidate has the option to appear for an interview in Hindi language as well.

Last date for receipt of Online Application : 10th April 2025
Display the shortlist of candidates for online interview : Will be displayed on the Institute website.
Day, Date & time of Online Interview : Will be displayed on the Institute website.