Adv. 16/2026: Research Associate-I

RGCB; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 469,000 - 714,000; Full time

Job summary

Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB) in Thiruvananthapuram invites applications from Indian Citizens for one position of Research Associate-I in the DBT-BIRAC project on Smart Proteins for fostering high performance biomanufacturing.

The project focuses on serum-free media for derivation and differentiation of bovine embryonic stem cells to muscle stem cells, a sustainable plant-based indigenous alternative for cultured meat.

Qualifications

• ,PhD in Life sciences required.
• Experience in embryonic stem cells and mammalian cell culture.
• Thesis related to stem cell differentiation.

Education

PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

embryonic stem cells/mammalian cell culture

Western blot

RT-PCR

IF

FACS

IHC

mouse handling

Job description

Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Research Associate-I in the DBT-BIRAC Project on ‘Smart Proteins’ for Fostering High Performance Biomanufacturing under the BioE3Policy, entitled \"Formulation of serum free growth media for the derivation and differentiation of bovineembryonic stem cells to muscle stem cells: a sustainable plant-based indigenous alternative for the productionof cultured meat\" to work in the Laboratory of Dr. Debasree Dutta Scientist F, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram.

Essential Qualifications

PhD in Life sciences. experience in embryonic stem cells/mammalian cell culture certified (thesis), differentiation strategies of stem cells.

Desirable Qualifications

Derivation of embryonic stem cells from embryo, embryo handling, teratoma generation, muscle stem cell differentiation, mouse handling, and other cellular and molecular biology associated experiences including western blot, RT-PCR, IF, FACS, IHC analysis.

Age

Below 35 years as on October 23 rd , 2026. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms

Duration

Initially for a period of four months or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and extendable based on the performance evaluation.

Selection Process

• Applications should be submitted online.
• Candidates currently working in Government firms should sendapplications through proper channel.
• Last date for receiving completed applications is 23 th October 2026.
• If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions,separate application forms should be submitted for each position.
• Selection to the position will not entitle the candidate toany future positions at RGCB (permanent or otherwise). As withall project positions at RGCB, the position will be co terminuswith end of the project. Applications which are not in the prescribed format will summarily be rejected. Only those fulfilling the above criteria need apply. Applicants will be short listed for the online selection interview based on eligibility criteria. Selection of suitable candidates will be made based on qualifications and performance in the selection interview.