Project Associate-1, functional T cells active under high potassium mimicking the tumour microenvironment (Dr Rahul Das lab), Department of Biological Sciences

Who can apply: You need an M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Biotechnology with at least 70 per cent marks, plus a NET or GATE qualification, and at least one year of research experience in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or Immunology. The advert asks for extensive knowledge of cloning, protein expression… What is funded: One Project Associate-1 post at IISER Kolkata on a Department of Biotechnology project titled Developing functional T-cells active under high potassium concentration mimicking the tumor microenvironment. The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 31,000 a month plus HRA. The tenure is twelve months and may be extended if… Deadline: 12 17 October 2026 (application by email); online interview tentatively 27 October 2026.

Read the full call and apply on the official page: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata, official page.

Who can apply

• You need an M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Biotechnology with at least 70 per cent marks, plus a NET or GATE qualification, and at least one year of research experience in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or Immunology. The advert asks for extensive knowledge of cloning, protein expression and purification, enzyme kinetics, ligand binding and culturing immune cells, and prefers candidates who have already worked a year as a JRF or in an equivalent project position. Age must not be over 30 years on the day of the interview, with relaxation for reserved categories under Government of India rules. The advert states no citizenship restriction, so open_to_international is recorded as unknown, though NET and GATE are Indian national examinations.

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