SJRI Bangalore Invites Applications for Project Technical Support-III in Groundbreaking Postpartum Breast Cancer Research

The St. John’s Research Institute (SJRI), a highly respected component of the St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, is actively seeking a skilled and dedicated individual for a contractual position. SJRI maintains a strong commitment to both academic excellence and the improvement of community health.

This opening is a unique opportunity to contribute to a critical ICMR-funded project that delves into the genomics of Postpartum Breast Cancer (PPBC), a particularly aggressive and under-researched form of cancer affecting young mothers.

The Vacancy: Project Technical Support – III (One Post)

The position is for a Project Technical Support – III and offers a Consolidated Salary of ₹36,400/- per month in Bangalore. The maximum age limit for applicants is 35 Years. Proficiency in English is required.

Project Overview: Investigating PPBC Subtypes

The research project is focused on investigating Postpartum Breast Cancer (PPBC), a distinct subtype of breast cancer that typically manifests in young women 5 to 10 years after their last childbirth.

The primary objective is to conduct a multi-faceted analysis, including:

Genomic and Transcriptomic profiling.
Analysis of the Spatial Microenvironment within the tumor.
Developing strategies for clinical decision-making aimed at identifying and understanding poor prognostic subclasses of the disease.

Required Qualifications and Technical Responsibilities

Essential Candidate Requirements

Preferred Qualification: Candidates should hold an M.Sc. degree with a First Class in Life Sciences (e.g., Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, etc.).
Preferred Experience: Prior research experience in Molecular Biology and Cancer Biology is highly desirable and will be given preference.
The individual must have a postgraduate qualification in Life Sciences with proven research experience in Molecular Biology.

Core Roles and Lab Techniques

The successful candidate will be a hands-on lab professional responsible for executing advanced molecular and histological techniques, including:

Performing high-quality DNA, RNA extractions, quantitation, and purifications.
Providing technical support and assistance in Sequencing and cutting-edge Spatial Profiling experiments.
Carrying out validation assays, specifically multiplex Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and qPCR (quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction) validation.

How to Apply and Submission Deadline

All interested and eligible applicants must adhere strictly to the following application procedure:

Required Documents: A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), along with a Cover Letter, must be prepared. The application should also include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of 3 professional references.
Submission Method: Applications must be submitted exclusively via email.
Email Recipients (Mandatory): Send the application to the Principal Investigator at jyothi@sjri.res.in, and simultaneously CC the Human Resources department at hr@sjri.res.in.
Addressing the Resume: The resume should be addressed to: The Principal Investigator, ICMR PPBC Project, St. John’s Research Institute.
Final Deadline: The completed application must be received via email on or before 4th October 2025.