Research Associate-I in the DBT-BIRAC Project

Biopatrika; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

RGCB in Thiruvananthapuram invites applications for a Research Associate-I position in the DBT-BIRAC Project on Smart Proteins for high-performance biomanufacturing. The role supports formulation of serum-free growth media for the derivation and differentiation of bovine embryonic stem cells to muscle stem cells, a sustainable plant-based approach for cultured meat.

The appointment is for Indian citizens and based in Kerala, with the last date for applications on 23 October 2026.

Job description

# Research Associate-I in the DBT-BIRAC ProjectJobKerala, IndiaOctober 21, 2026Full Time### Job Overview* Date Posted October 21, 2026* Location Kerala, India* Expiration date November 20, 2026* Click to apply: https://rgcb.res.in/adv-2026-16### Job DescriptionApplications 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 BioE3 Policy, entitled “Formulation of serum-free growth media for the derivation and differentiation of bovine embryonic stem cells to muscle stem cells: a sustainable plant-based indigenous alternative for the production of cultured meat,” to work in the Laboratory of Dr. Debasree Dutta, Scientist F, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram. Link to application portal: rgcb.res.in/adv-2026-16 Last date for receiving the filled application: 23rd October 2026