Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute

Tathawade, Pune 411033

APPOINTMENT

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for one (01) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a research project funded by the Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant (PM-ECRG), awarded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India.

Project Details:

• Position Title: : Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Number of Positions: 01

• Research Area: Long non-coding RNA in Head and Neck Cancer

• Principal Investigator: Dr.Subhayan Sur, Associate Professor, Cancer and Translational Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute, Pune.

• Email: subhayan.sur@dpu.edu.in

Eligibility Criteria:

Essential Qualification:
• M.Sc. in Life Sciences or related disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA
• Qualified in NET and/or GATE

Desirable Qualification:
• Strong academic track record
• Hands-on experience in cell culture, real-time PCR, and molecular biology techniques

Age Limit:
Not more than 35 years at the time of application.

Position Details:

Duration: Initially for 12 months, extendable up to 36 months based on performance and availability of funds

• Emoluments: ₹37,000/month for the first two years and ₹42,000/ month in the third year, plus HRA as per Central Government norms applicable in Pune

• Last Date to Apply: July 7, 2025

General Terms & Conditions:

1. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.

2. The PI reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on qualifications and experience.

3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

4. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

5. Preference will be given to candidates interested in pursuing a Ph.D. at Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (DPU), Pune. Selected candidate will have the opportunity to register for a Ph.D. program at DPU as per guidelines.

6. Selected candidate must join immediately upon selection.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are required to send the following documents in single Pdf via email to subhayan.sur@dpu.edu.in on or before July 7, 2025:
• Application letter
• Detailed CV with contact details
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Proof of age and address
• Two recommendation letters
• Self-attested copies of academic certificates and mark sheets

Note: Incomplete applications or those lacking any of the above documents will be summarily rejected. For further information, candidates may contact the Principal Investigator at the above-mentioned email address.

Published on 28 June 2025

Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute

Tathawade, Pune 411033

APPOINTMENT

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for one (01) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the following sanctioned research project funded by the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PM ECRG) awarded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India.

Project Details:

• Position Title: : Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Number of Positions: 01

• Project title: Harnessing the Potential of Nitrogen-Fixing Microbiome for Enhanced Nitrogen Use Efficiency and Sustainable Rice Production

Eligibility:

Essential:
Master's Degree (with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA) in Biotechnology/ Agricultural Biotechnology/ Plant Biotechnology /Plant Science or equivalent from a recognized University with an NET/ GATE qualification.

Desirable:
1. Strong academic record
2. Prior research experience in molecular biology, microbial cultures handling & processing, plant-microbe’s interactions and multi-omics (viz. NGSs transcriptomics i.e. RNA-seq and metabolomics data analysis) techniques.

Age Limit:
As per the norms of the DST-ANRF, Govt. of India for JRF recruitment.

Principal Investigator (PI):

Dr. Amol S. Phule Assistant Professor, Plant and Environmental Biotechnology Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (DPU), Pune - 411033
Email: amol.phule@dpu.edu.in

Position Details:

• Position Title: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Number of Positions: 01

• Last Date for Application: July 8th, 2025

• Duration: Initially for 12 months, extendable based on performance up to 36 months (completion of the project)

• Emoluments: For 1st & 2nd Year - ₹37,000 per month + HRA & For 3rd Year - ₹42,000 per month + HRA (HRA as per the norms of the DST-ANRF, Govt. of India applicable in Pune)

Preference:

Candidates interested in pursuing a Ph.D. at Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (DPU), Pune will be given preference

General Terms and Conditions:

1. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.
2. The Principal Investigator (PI) reserve the right to shortlist candidates based on academic qualifications and relevant experience.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
4. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
5. Selected candidate is expected to join immediately upon selection.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must submit the following documents via email to the Principal Investigator (PI - Dr. Amol S. Phule, amol.phule@dpu.edu.in) on or before July 8th, 2025.

List of Documents :

• Application letter mentioning the position, research area, and PI name
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Proof of age and address
• Recommendation letter
• Self-attested copies of all academic mark sheets and certificates

Note: Incomplete applications or those missing any of the above documents will be rejected without further notice. For further queries, applicants may contact the Principal Investigators via the email addresses provided above.

Published on 28 June 2025

Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute


Tathawade, Pune 411033

APPOINTMENT

Project Associate – I

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the position of Project Associate-I in a project, titled “Comprehensive Evaluation of Long Non-Coding RNAs in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Diagnosis and Therapy,” funded by the DBT-Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship (DBT-RRF), Government of India and is sanctioned to Dr. Subhayan Sur, Associate Professor, Cancer and Translational Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute, Pune. The appointment will initially be for three months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project requirements.

Position Details:

• Position: Project Associate-I

• Number of Positions: 1 (One)

• Last Date for Application: 20th April, 2025

• Duration:Initially three months, extendable based on performance and project requirements

• Emoluments: ₹ 25,000 per month + 27% HRA (as per DST/DBT norms)

Eligibility Criteria:

Essential Qualification:
• M.Sc. in Life Sciences or an equivalent field with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.

Desirable Qualification:
• Good academic record
• Prior experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques

Age Limit:
• Maximum 35 years at the time of application.

Preference:

Candidates interested in pursuing a Ph. D. at Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (DPU) will be given preference.

General Terms & Conditions:

1. The position is purely temporary and will terminate with the project.

2. The Principal Investigator (PI) reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on qualifications and experience.

3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

4. The selected candidate is expected to join immediately upon selection.

5. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their applications on plain paper along with:

• A detailed CV

• A recent passport-size photograph

• Two recommendation letters

• Self-attested copies of academic mark sheets and certificates

Applications must be sent via email to the PI at subhayan.sur@dpu.edu.in on or before 20th April, 2025. For any further queries, applicants may contact the PI at the above email address.

Published on 12 April 2025