ACTREC Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 748,000 - 896,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) in Navi Mumbai invites applications for Research Associate (On Project). The role focuses on a project titled 'LCN2 functions required for invasion, ferroptosis and therapy resistance' under the supervision of Dr.

Sorab Dalal. PhD in Biological Sciences or MD/MDS/MS with at least one first-author publication is required; expertise in molecular biology techniques, Mass Spectrometry, and animal handling is desirable.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or allied areas or an MD/MDS/MS degree, with at least one published/accepted first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
• Expertise in standard molecular biology techniques, Mass Spectrometry, and animal handling, with interest in developing an independent research program.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project titled: LCN2 functions required for invasion, ferroptosis and therapy resistance.
• Work under Principal Investigator Dr. Sorab Dalal.
• Funding by Department of Biotechnology.
• Prepare original and xerox copies of all certificates and documents.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Mass Spectrometry

Animal handling

Education

M.Phil/Ph.D

Master of Dental Surgery

MS/MD

Job description

COMPANY NAME Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer

POST NAME Research Associate

QUALIFICATION M.Phil/Ph.D, Master of Dental Surgery, MS/MD

Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) is recruiting for the Research Associate post on a project-based engagement under advertisement number ACTREC/ADVT-220/2026. Eligible candidates possessing a PhD in Biological Sciences or allied areas or an MD/MDS/MS degree with at least one published/accepted first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal can attend the walk-in interview on 4 November 2026 at Meeting Room 1, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The notified remuneration for the post is Rs. 73,660 p.m. Interested applicants must bring a recent CV, original and xerox copies of all certificates, a recent passport size photograph, and an ID proof such as an Aadhaar Card.

ACTREC Research Associate Walk-In Interview Date, Time and Venue

Particulars

Details

Walk-in Date 04-11-2026

Reporting or Registration Time 2:00 p.m. To 3:00 p.m. (Interview from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Venue Meeting Room 1, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410210

Posts Research Associate (On Project)

Pay Rs. 73,660/- p.m.

Who Can Attend Eligible candidates with PhD or MD/MDS/MS degree and required publication

The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.

Posts and Eligibility

Post

Qualification Required

Pay

Research Associate (On Project) A PhD in Biological Sciences or allied areas or an MD/MDS/MS degree, having at least one published/accepted first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Expertise in standard molecular biology techniques, Mass Spectrometry, animal handling and interest in developing an independent research program. Rs. 73,660/- p.m.

ACTREC Research Associate Job Description

• Project Title: “LCN2 functions required for invasion, ferroptosis and therapy resistance.”
• Principal Investigator: Dr. Sorab Dalal
• Funding Agency: Department of Biotechnology

• Original and xerox copies of all certificates (educational and work experience documents)

ACTREC Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. When is the ACTREC Research Associate walk-in interview?

The walk-in interview will be held on Wednesday, 4th November, 2026.

Q2. What is the reporting time for the interview?

The reporting and registration time is from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by the interview from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Q3. Where is the interview venue?

The interview will take place in Meeting Room 1, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410210.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for the Research Associate post?

Applicants must hold a PhD in Biological Sciences or allied areas or an MD/MDS/MS degree, with at least one published/accepted first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

Q5. What experience or technical skills are required?

Candidates should have expertise in standard molecular biology techniques, Mass Spectrometry, and animal handling, along with an interest in developing an independent research program.

Q6. What is the consolidated salary offered?

The consolidated salary is Rs. 73,660/- per month.

Q7. What documents do candidates need to bring to the interview?

Candidates must bring a recent CV, original and xerox copies of all educational and work experience certificates, a recent passport size photograph, and an ID proof (preferably Aadhaar Card).

Q8. What is the tenure of the project position?

The tenure is five months from the date of appointment, or as and when the project terminates, subject to monitoring and satisfactory work progress.