SJRI Hiring: Research Associate III for DBT-INDIGO Flu Vaccine Project

The St. John’s Research Institute (SJRI), Bangalore, is inviting applications for a high-level Research Associate III position. This role is part of the DBT-INDIGO Project, an international collaboration between India, the EU, and the US aimed at developing next-generation influenza vaccines with higher efficacy and better accessibility.

Project Overview: The INDIGO Initiative

The project focuses on overcoming the limitations of current flu vaccines (which often have only 40% effectiveness) by developing two novel concepts:

1. Adjuvant Enhancement: Combining low doses of commercial vaccines with potent new adjuvants.
2. Needle-Free Delivery: Developing recombinant HA vaccines delivered via intradermal patches, allowing for potential self-administration and improved immunological memory.

Position Details

• Post: Research Associate III (DBT-INDIGO Project)
• Salary: Rs. 54,000 + 24% HRA per month
• Location: Bangalore
• Language Requirement: English

Eligibility & Preferred Qualifications

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Immune Assays: Setting up and interpreting data for human immunology, including cell culture, stimulation, and subset purification.
• Scientific Leadership: Demonstrating the ability to lead research tasks, with a track record of first-author publications.
• Laboratory Management: Handling administrative duties such as ordering consumables, financial record-keeping, and supervising junior staff.
• Communication: Interpreting scientific literature and presenting primary data using specialized software.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their application on or before 10th April, 2026.

1. Documents Required: Cover letter and CV including names and contact details of three references.
2. Email to: yashashwini@sjri.res.in
3. CC to: hr@sjri.res.in
4. Subject Line: Application for Research Associate III – DBT INDIGO Project

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