ACTREC Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Tata Memorial Centre, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 693,000 - 934,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Memorial Centre, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) invites applications for the post of Project Research Scientist–I (NM) on a project-based engagement for an initial six months. The consolidated pay is Rs. 72,800 per month (Rs.

56,000 plus 30% HRA). Eligibility requires a postgraduate degree in Life Sciences; 1-year PG degrees are not eligible. Applications must be merged into a single PDF and emailed by 15 October 2026; physical interviews only, no

Qualifications

• Mandatory Qualification: Post graduate degree in Life Sciences, including integrated PG degrees.
• Desirable Qualification: Hands on experience handling mammalian suspension cell lines.
• Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years.

Responsibilities

• Short-listing of candidates based on qualifications and experience.
• Coordinate subsequent physical interview and document verification.
• Follow-up with selected candidates for recruitment formalities.

Skills

Life Sciences

Education

Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Tata Memorial Centre, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) has announced 1 vacancy for the Project Research Scientist-I (NM) post on a project-based engagement for an initial tenure of six months, extendable based on performance and requirements. The notified pay is Rs. 72,800 p.m., and candidates must possess a post graduate degree in Life Sciences, including integrated PG degrees, while those with a 1 year PG degree are not eligible. Applicants should prepare their CV, educational documents, experience certificates, Aadhaar card soft copy, and cover letter, merge all documents into a single PDF format, and send the merged PDF via email with the subject 'Application for the post of Project Research Scientist – I (NM), October 2026' on or before 15 October 2026. The selection process involves short-listing of candidates followed by a physical interview, with no provision for online interviews.

ACTREC Project Research Scientist-I (NM) at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Tata Memorial Centre, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC)

Advertisement No. ACTREC/ADVT-205/2026

Project Title A clinico-biological study exploring role and therapeutic manipulation of the NF-kB pathway in post-Radiotherapy progression to multiple myeloma: envisaging precision Radiotherapy for Solitary Plasmacytoma.

Post Name Project Research Scientist-I (NM)

Vacancies 1

Pay Rs. 72,800/- p.m. (Rs. 56,000/- + 30% HRA)

Candidates must meet the following qualification and age criteria to be eligible for the post:

• Mandatory Qualification: Post graduate degree in Life Sciences, including the integrated PG degrees (candidates with 1 year PG degree are not eligible).
• Desirable Qualification: Hands on experience (post MSc) in handling mammalian suspension cell lines.
• Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years.

Pay and Tenure

The consolidated salary is Rs. 72,800/- per month, which includes Rs. 56,000/- plus 30% HRA. The appointment duration is for six months and is extendable based on performance and project requirements.

Selection and Interview

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and notified about the date and timings of the physical interview. There is no provision for online interviews. Applications with incomplete or non-merged documents will be summarily rejected.

ACTREC Project Research Scientist-I (NM) Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the consolidated salary for the Project Research Scientist-I (NM) post?

The consolidated salary is Rs. 72,800/- per month, which comprises Rs. 56,000/- plus 30% HRA.

Q2. Are candidates with a 1-year postgraduate degree eligible to apply?

No, candidates with a 1-year PG degree are not eligible. Applicants must hold a post graduate degree in Life Sciences, including integrated PG degrees.

Q3. How should application documents be submitted?

Candidates must send their CV, educational documents, experience certificates, Aadhaar card soft copy, and a cover letter in a single merged PDF format to [e-mail].

Q4. What is the subject line required for the email application?

The email application must contain the subject “Application for the post of Project Research Scientist – I (NM), October 2026”.

Q5. Will the interview be conducted online?

No, there will be no provision for online interviews; short-listed candidates will be notified for a physical interview.

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