BIRAC Announces Young Professional Vacancy for Pharmacy, Biotech & Life Sciences Candidates – Up to Rs. 50,000/Month
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The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), a premier Public Sector Undertaking established under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification for the position of Young Professional within its Regulatory Affairs & Policy Advocacy (RAPA) division.
BIRAC serves as the operational engine managing the Program Management Unit (PMU) to oversee, guide, and implement national biotechnology initiatives. This role provides an exceptional entry point for professionals looking to work at the intersection of life sciences research, regulatory science, and national policy advocacy.
Job Overview and Terms of Engagement
- Designation: Young Professional – Regulatory Affairs & Policy Advocacy (RAPA)
- Position Code: MT-12
- Total Openings: 01 (One)
- Tenure: Initial engagement for 6 months, extendable based on project requirements and satisfactory performance
- Remuneration: Consolidated monthly fee ranging between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 50,000, determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience as per BIRAC’s internal Young Professional policy
- Upper Age Limit: 30 years as on the application closing date
Educational Qualifications and Experience
- Essential Qualifications: Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Regulatory Sciences, Pharmacy (M.Pharm), Public Policy, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized institution.
- Desirable Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Regulatory Sciences, Pharmacy, or Public Policy.
- Alternatively, a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in regulatory affairs or policy research related to biotech products across government organizations, regulatory bodies, research institutes, or industry.
- Proven track record in compiling scientific publications, white papers, concept notes, and policy briefs.
- Hands-on proficiency in statistical tools, analytical data interpretation, and standard MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Roles & Key Responsibilities
The Young Professional assigned to the RAPA division will actively support innovators navigating approval pipelines and work on initiatives impacting startups and SMEs:
- Coordinate and facilitate core initiatives such as FIRST Hub and the REFINE program.
- Plan and assist in organizing regulatory awareness workshops, capacity-building sessions, and national stakeholder consultations.
- Conduct extensive regulatory and market research, draft policy briefs, maintain domain databases, and prepare analytical presentations.
- Liaise with central government departments, national regulatory agencies, academic bodies, and industry experts for streamlined project execution.
Submission Details & Guidelines
The deadline to submit applications is 11th October, 2026.
Candidates currently employed with Central or State Governments, Autonomous Bodies, or CPSEs must submit their application through the proper channel in a sealed envelope superscribed with the post details to:
Head [Human Resource & Administration]
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)
5th Floor, NSIC Business Park, NSIC Bhawan
Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi – 110020
Note: Vacancies remain subject to modification, increase, or cancellation at BIRAC’s discretion.
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