RGCB Research Associate - I Recruitment 2026

Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB) (RGCB) has announced 1 contractual vacancy for the Research Associate-I post under advertisement number 16/2026. Candidates applying for this position must possess a PhD in Life sciences with experience in embryonic stem cells/mammalian cell culture certified (thesis) and differentiation strategies of stem cells, and must be below 35 years of age as on 23 October 2026. The offered pay is Rs. 58,000 + 18% HRA per month for an initial tenure of four months or till termination of the project. Eligible applicants must submit their online applications on or before 23 October 2026, and the selection process involves online application submission, shortlisting based on eligibility criteria, and an online selection interview.

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Research Associate-I position under advertisement number 16/2026.

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 Limit and Relaxation

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

The selected candidate will receive a monthly emolument of ₹ 58,000 + 18% HRA per month. The appointment is initially for a period of four months or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and extendable based on the performance evaluation.

The selected Research Associate-I will work in the Laboratory of Dr. Debasree Dutta Scientist F, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram under 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".

1. Applications should be submitted online.
2. Candidates currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
3. Ensure that completed applications are received on or before 23rd October 2026.
4. If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions, separate application forms should be submitted for each position.

Applicants will be shortlisted 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.

• Applications which are not in the prescribed format will summarily be rejected.
• Only those fulfilling the above criteria need apply.
• Selection to the position will not entitle the candidate to any future positions at RGCB (permanent or otherwise). As with all project positions at RGCB, the position will be co terminus with end of the project.