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Are you a PhD or postgraduate professional seeking a prestigious research opportunity in life sciences? The Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Hyderabad, invites applications for Research Associate (RA–I/II/III) positions in projects funded by national and international agencies. This is your chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in molecular biology, genetics, and biotechnology while working under India’s leading research institute in genomics and diagnostics.
About the Institute:
The Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), located in Hyderabad, is a premier autonomous institute under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), functioning under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. Since its inception, CDFD has been at the forefront of advanced research in molecular biology, genomics, diagnostics, and DNA fingerprinting technologies, making significant contributions to the nation’s scientific growth. CDFD is recognized for its pioneering work in the fields of genomics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, immunology, microbiology, computational biology, and structural biology. The institute plays a dual role: conducting cutting-edge basic and applied research in life sciences, while also providing DNA-based diagnostic and forensic services to various state and central agencies in India
.Advt. No.: CDFD/EMPC/03/August’25
Job Details
- Institute: Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Hyderabad
- Position: Research Associate (RA–I/II/III)
- Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
- Last Date to Apply: 23rd August 2025
Emoluments:
- RA-III: ₹67,000 + HRA
- RA-II: ₹61,000 + HRA
- RA-I: ₹58,000 + HRA
Essential Qualifications:
- PhD/MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree
OR - 3 years of research/teaching/design & development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) Journal.
Age Limit: 40 years (Relaxation as per the Govt. of India rules).
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct research in areas including Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Computational & Structural Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology.
- Collaborate with project teams funded by DST/DBT/ICMR/CSIR/ANRF and other agencies.
General Terms & Conditions:
- Positions are purely temporary, initially for 6 months/1 year, extendable depending on project continuation.
- Placement and emoluments may vary based on qualifications, experience, and funding agency norms.
- Reservation and age relaxation will be as per the Government of India rules.
- Selection will be based on shortlisting and an interview via Video Conference.
- Selected candidates are not eligible for PhD registration through this appointment.
Application Process:
- Apply online via the prescribed application form.
- Upload supporting documents (DOB, educational qualifications, reservation certificate, experience proof).
- Submit a Statement of Purpose (max 200 words) highlighting how your expertise suits the role.
- Incomplete applications or those without an SOP will be rejected.
- Apply before 23rd August 2025. For queries, contact: empc@cdfd.org.in
- Note: Candidates who have already applied under Advt. No. CDFD/EMPC/01/May’25 and 02/May’25 are not eligible.
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