MSc Chemistry Jobs at CSIR CDRI | Apply Now for Project Associate Role
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow, under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, has announced multiple project-based positions for 2025. These roles, available through online applications and walk-in interviews, offer exciting opportunities for candidates in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, and Pharmaceutical research. With competitive stipends, flexible project tenures, and exposure to cutting-edge research, CSIR-CDRI invites eligible candidates to apply and advance their scientific careers.
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow, invites applications for multiple project-based positions, as advertised under Advertisement No. 13/2025. Eligible candidates can apply via online mode until 10.10.2025 or attend walk-in interviews on 09.10.2025 and 10.10.2025 for Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, and Pharmaceutical projects.
Online Mode Applications:
- Online applications open from 29.09.2025 at 05:00 PM.
- Positions include Project Associate (PAT-I/PAT-II), Project Assistant, and Research Associate roles.
- Essential qualifications include Master’s degrees or Ph.D. in relevant fields and CSIR/UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET or equivalent national examinations.
- Desirable expertise ranges from chemo-informatics, molecular cloning, enzyme biotransformation, HPLC, LC-MS, and pharmacological validation.
- Stipends range from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 56,000 plus HRA.
- The maximum age limit is 35–40 years, depending on the position.
- Project tenures extend up to 2029, depending on funding and research requirements.
| Position | No. of Posts | Qualification | Stipend (Rs.) | Project Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate (PAT-I) | 01 | M.Sc. Chemistry/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences, NET/GATE | 31,000 + 20% HRA | Till 26.01.2027 |
| Project Associate-I | 01 | M.Sc. Chemistry/Chemical Sciences, NET/GATE | 31,000 + 18% HRA | Till 31.03.2026 |
Walk-In Interview Details for MSc Chemistry Jobs at CDRI:
- Conducted at CSIR-CDRI, Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road, Lucknow.
- Candidates must report by 9:00 AM and bring the original documents, a passport-size photograph, and a completed application form.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- Shortlisted candidates may also be empaneled for future projects of a similar nature.
General Conditions:
- Positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the respective projects.
- Engagement does not guarantee regularization or permanent employment at CSIR/CDRI.
- Women are eligible for 180 days of maternity leave; men for 15 days of paternity leave as per CSIR norms.
- Project personnel may utilize medical and transportation facilities in accordance with the institute’s policies.
- Leaves are granted as per CSIR rules, at a rate of 12 days per year (1 day per month).
- Candidates may register for higher degrees (Ph.D.) if project conditions permit, without affecting work obligations.
Application Instructions:
- Ensure possession of essential qualifications by the last date of application submission.
- Include all relevant qualifications and experience in the application form with supporting documents.
- Original documents will be verified at the time of selection; discrepancies may lead to cancellation.
- CSIR-CDRI reserves the right to alter positions or cancel recruitment if necessary.
For detailed instructions and application forms, candidates should visit the official CSIR-CDRI website at www.cdri.res.in.
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