
The BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), is inviting applications for two research positions in Bhubaneswar. These roles are part of high-level projects funded by DST-SERB and ICMR, focusing on immunology and marine bioresources.
1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
This role focuses on molecular biology and the immune response of human macrophages.
- Project: Role of SMARCD isoforms in monocyte/macrophage immune response.
- Investigator: Dr. Punit Prasad.
- Fellowship: Rs. 31,000 + HRA per month.
- Duration: 5 months.
- Eligibility:
- M.Sc. in Life Sciences (Biotech, Micro, Biochem, etc.) with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC).
- Must have qualified: NET-JRF / NET-LS / GATE / GPAT / BET.
- Preferred Skills: Cell culture, ChIP, RT-PCR, and NGS library preparation.
- Age Limit: 28 years (as of 13.04.2026).
2. Senior Project Associate: Bioinformatics
This position involves exploring marine ecosystems for industrial and health-related bioresources.
- Project: Exploring marine ecosystems for novel bioresources.
- Investigator: Dr. Debasis Dash.
- Fellowship: Rs. 42,000 + 18% HRA per month.
- Eligibility:
- Master’s in Science/MVSc or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Medicine with 4 years of R&D experience.
- OR a Doctoral degree (Ph.D./MD/MS) in Science, Pharma, or Technology.
- Preferred Skills: NGS data analysis (Whole-genome, metagenomes), R-Bioconductor, and Python programming.
- Age Limit: 35 years (as of 13.04.2026).
Important Dates & Interview Details
Both interviews will be held on April 13, 2026.
| Position | Interview Time | Mode/Venue |
| JRF | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Walk-in: BRIC-ILS, Nalco Square, Bhubaneswar |
| Senior Project Associate | 2:00 PM onwards | Hybrid: Walk-in or Online (ID: 6754504008 / Pass: 614606) |
Application Process
Interested candidates should follow these steps:
- Download the application form from www.ils.res.in.
- Prepare Documents: Carry filled application forms, attested copies of mark sheets, certificates, age proof, and caste certificates (if applicable).
- Bioinformatics Applicants: Must submit a one-page write-up explaining their research experience and publications.
- Contact: For technical support, email
app@ils.res.in; for general queries, contactacademics@ils.res.in.
