Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune - 411033
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APPOINTMENTS
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Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for Project Assistant position under the following sanctioned research project awarded by the Department of Biotechnology, India.
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Project Title: |
Deciphering mechanisms of air channel maintenance in plant tissues for improved photosynthetic efficiency and hypoxia stress tolerance.
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Principal Investigator: |
Dr. Ganesh M. Nawkar
Ramalingaswami Fellow,
Plant and Environmental Biotechnology Research Centre,
Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute,
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (DPU), Pune - 411033
Email: ganesh.nawkar@dpu.edu.in
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1. Project Assistant (01)
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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.
Desirable:
- • Strong academic record.
- • Prior research experience in molecular biology, plant handling, and microbial culture handling.
- • Experience with GC-MS handling.
Age Limit: As per the norms of the DBT, Govt. of India.
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Position Details: |
- • Position Title: Project Assistant
- • Number of Positions: 01
- • Last Date for Application: October 15, 2025
- • Duration: Initially for 12 months, extendable up to 36 months based on performance and project completion.
- • Emoluments: ₹20,000 per month + HRA (as per DBT norms applicable in Pune)
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General Terms & Conditions: |
- The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.
- The Principal Investigator reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on academic qualifications and experience.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- The selected candidate is expected to join immediately upon selection.
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How to Apply: |
Interested candidates must submit the following documents as a single, merged PDF via email to the Principal Investigator
(ganesh.nawkar@dpu.edu.in) on or before October 15, 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 (minimum one)
- • 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.
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For further queries, applicants may contact the Principal Investigator at
ganesh.nawkar@dpu.edu.in.
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Published on 01 October 2025
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