Signaling the Future: CSIR-IIIM Jammu Announces Research Opening in Cancer Drug Development

The CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, a premier national laboratory, is seeking a motivated Project Associate-I to join its drug discovery team. This role is part of a high-impact project funded by the DST-ANRF, specifically focusing on the preclinical development of new therapeutic candidates targeting one of the most critical pathways in cancer biology.

The Mission: Targeting the Wnt Signaling Pathway

The research, under project GAP-3159, aims to develop preclinical candidates by inhibiting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Since this pathway plays a central role in cell growth and stem cell maintenance, its dysregulation is a major driver of various malignancies.

Key Responsibilities:

Drug Screening: Conducting high-throughput assays to identify small molecules that disrupt cancer signaling.
Cell Biology: Maintaining complex cell cultures and performing molecular biology techniques like PCR and Western Blotting.
Preclinical Validation: Assisting in animal handling and in vivo studies to test the safety and efficacy of potential drugs.

Candidate Profile & Eligibility

The institute is looking for a first-class postgraduate with a strong academic background and a passion for integrative medicine.

Criteria	Requirements
Education	First-class M.Sc. in Biotechnology or Zoology.
Experience	Preference for those with hands-on skills in cell culture, molecular biology, or animal handling.
Age Limit	Maximum 35 years (Relaxations apply as per GOI norms).
Tenure	Initially 1 year, extendable until the project’s completion (Feb 2027).

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Monthly Emoluments

Stipends are provided based on the candidate’s national-level certification:

Rs. 31,000/- + HRA: For those who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET (including lectureship) or GATE, or other national exams by DBT/DST.
Rs. 25,000/- + HRA: For other eligible candidates without the above certifications.

Fast-Track Selection Roadmap

Due to the project’s timeline, the application and selection window is short.

Last Date to Apply: April 27, 2026 (Monday) by 05:00 PM.
Shortlist Display: April 28, 2026.
Interview Date: April 30, 2026 (Online via MS Teams).

Application Process: Candidates must fill out the Google Form/Application link provided on the CSIR-IIIM website. Ensure all original documents (Qualification, DOB, Caste) are ready for digital verification upon selection.