InStem Bangalore Recruitment 2025 Multiple Openings in Stem Cell, Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics

The Institute for Stem Cell Science & Regenerative Medicine (inStem), Bangalore, an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), has announced several contractual openings for dedicated research professionals under various projects funded by BIRAC, ICMR, and DBT in the laboratory of Dr. Dhandapani S P.

The institute is seeking highly motivated individuals with expertise in disciplines such as molecular and cellular biology, next-generation sequencing analysis, and stem cell technology to drive collaborative, interdisciplinary research programs.

Key Date

Last Date for Receipt of Applications: November 14, 2025
Mode of Application: Online Only.

Detailed Vacancy Summary

InStem has opened five positions across different funding projects:

Position (Post Code)	Project Funding	Essential Qualification & Experience	Monthly Emoluments (Net Qualified)	Age Limit	Primary Job Description
Project Research Scientist – I (ICMR- 8647/PS- I/ Dhan lab)	ICMR	First Class Post-Graduate degree. (Desirable: Experience in molecular/cellular biology AND/OR NGS data analysis).	₹56,000/- + 27% HRA	35 years	Develop, optimize, and validate stem cell-derived organoids and their functional characterization AND/OR advanced NGS data analysis.
Senior Project Associate (BIRAC- 8672/SPA/Dhan lab)	BIRAC	Master’s in Science/MVSc/Bachelor’s in Engg/Tech/Medicine AND 4 years R&D experience OR Doctoral Degree (Ph.D./MD/MS).	₹42,000/- + 27% HRA	40 years	Generation of Indian ancestry-specific organoids. (Desirable: Experience in stem cell culture).
Project Associate-II (DBT- 8663/PA-II/Dhan lab)	DBT	Master’s in Science/MVSc/Bachelor’s in Engg/Tech/Medicine AND 2 years R&D experience.	₹35,000/- + 27% HRA	35 years	Cell biology techniques, generating patient-derived stem cell lines AND/OR advanced NGS data analysis (whole-exome, RNA-Seq, spatial transcriptomics).
Project Associate II (BIRAC- 8672/PA-II/Dhan lab)	BIRAC	Masters in Science or Bachelor’s in Science, Technology AND 2 years research experience in cell culture, molecular biology techniques.	₹35,000/- + 27% HRA	35 years	Generation of Indian ancestry-specific organoids. (Desirable: GATE/NET/JRF qualified).
Project Associate I (BIRAC- 8672/PA-I/Dhan lab)	BIRAC	Master’s in Science/MVSc/Bachelor’s in Engg/Tech/Medicine.	₹31,000/- + 27% HRA	35 years	CRISPR/Cas9 knock-in rat and iPSC generation. (Desirable: GATE/NET/JRF qualified and animal handling experience).

Note: For Project Associate-I and II, Non-NET/GATE/JRF qualified candidates with required research experience will receive lower emoluments of ₹25,000/- and ₹28,000/- respectively, plus HRA.

Application Submission Guidelines

Candidates must apply online only and follow the specific submission requirements to avoid rejection:

Single PDF File: Applicants must combine the following into a single PDF document:
- 2-page Curriculum Vitae (CV): Including current contact details.
- 1-page Motivation Letter: Must detail past research, career goals, and motivation, and explicitly include the advertisement number.
- Contact Information for at least two professional referees.
Mode: Only online applications will be accepted.

You must check the official inStem website for the direct online application link and portal to submit your single PDF file before the November 14, 2025 deadline.