CSIR-IMTECH Recruitment 2026: Project Associate-I Openings for M.Pharm, Science & Tech Graduates

CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH), Chandigarh, has invited applications for the temporary post of Project Associate-I (PAT-I) under a sponsored research project in microbial biotechnology.

Position Details

Post Name: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Number of Vacancies: 02
Project Code: GAP-0269
Project Title: ENDOCORE PROTECT-Harnessing core and vertically transmitted endophytes for multi-factorial bio-protection against major pathogens of rice and sugarcane
Advertisement No.: Rolling Advt. No. 2026-09-02
Location: CSIR-IMTECH, Sector 39-A, Chandigarh

Monthly Emoluments

Category 1: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA for candidates with CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET (including lectureship/assistant professorship) or GATE, or valid scores in national-level examinations conducted by central government departments (DBT, DST, etc.) or their agencies.
Category 2: Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for candidates without national test qualifications.

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications:
- Master’s / Integrated Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Natural Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, MVSc, or Animal Sciences, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine from a recognized university.
- (Note: Candidates with results awaited are not eligible).
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in handling microbes, molecular identification, phenotypic characterization, and preservation.
- Hands-on expertise in molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, RT-PCR, Sanger sequencing, and microbial genomics.
Age Limit: Maximum 35 years (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates).