MAHE Manipal Recruitment 2026: Research Scientist Opportunity in ICMR-Funded Fungal Diagnostics Project

The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence, has announced an opening for a Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical). This position is hosted by the Department of Biochemistry at Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, and is funded under the prestigious PM ABHIM (Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission) by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

The project is titled “Development of Innovative Diagnostics for Fungal Diseases in India: Addressing a Neglected Public Health Concern,” aiming to create robust diagnostic frameworks for fungal infections that often go undetected in the Indian healthcare landscape.

Position & Financial Benefits

Role	Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical)
Vacancy	01 (One)
Monthly Stipend	₹56,000 + 10% HRA (Total: ₹61,600/- per month)
Project Tenure	Initially 1 year (Extendable based on performance and funding)
Age Limit	Maximum 28 Years

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Post-graduate degree (M.Sc./M.Tech) or an Integrated PG degree in one of the following disciplines:
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Biotechnology

Desirable Experience

Hands-on expertise in handling microbial and fungal cultures.
Experience in performing diagnostic assays (ELISA, PCR, etc.) using clinical biological samples.
Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and data management.

Roles and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be expected to:

Manage daily laboratory operations and execute research activities as per the project timeline.
Maintain strict adherence to institutional working hours (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM).
Ensure meticulous documentation of experimental data and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for diagnostic validation.

How to Apply

MAHE follows a strict application protocol. Candidates must ensure the Job Code is correctly mentioned in their email to avoid disqualification.

Job Code to use in Subject Line: ICMR funded PM ABHIM project: Project Research Scientist – I (Non- Medical) KMC, Manipal
Documents Required: Detailed CV and scanned copies of academic certificates/experience letters.
Email Address: Send applications to jobs.research@manipal.edu
Application Deadline: January 26, 2026

Postal Address (Optional):

Director – HR, Manipal Academy of Higher Education,

Madhav Nagar, Manipal – 576104, Udupi, Karnataka, India.

Selection Process

Shortlisting: Applications will be screened based on academic merit and relevant experience.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates will receive an interview invitation via email.
Note: No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.