Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute

Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute

Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune - 411033

APPOINTMENTS

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for Project Assistant position under the following sanctioned research project awarded by the Department of Biotechnology, India.

Deciphering mechanisms of air channel maintenance in plant tissues for improved photosynthetic efficiency and hypoxia stress tolerance.

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

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.

• • 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)

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

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.

For further queries, applicants may contact the Principal Investigator at ganesh.nawkar@dpu.edu.in.