Organic Chemistry Jobs | JRF Vacancies at NII

Organic Chemistry Jobs | JRF Vacancies at NII

Organic Chemistry Jobs, JRF Vacancies at The BRIC-National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi. NII invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow (Project) position under the sponsored project titled “Developing new anti-TB molecules to overcome the Anti-Microbial Resistance crisis”, funded by Otsuka Chemical (India) Pvt. Ltd. This exciting opportunity is ideal for M.Sc. or M.Pharm candidates specializing in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry who wish to contribute to cutting-edge tuberculosis research. The position is tenable till 30 May 2028, offering hands-on experience in small-molecule organic compound synthesis and drug development.

Organization: BRIC-National Institute of Immunology (NII)
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi

• Project Title: “Developing new anti-TB molecules to overcome the Anti-Microbial Resistance crisis”
• Funding Agency: Otsuka Chemical (India) Pvt. Ltd.
• Project Duration: Tenable till 30.05.2028
• Post: Junior Research Fellow (Project) – One position
• Principal Investigator: Dr. C.L. Meena, Staff Scientist-IV
• Email: cl.meena@nii.ac.in

Educational Qualifications:

• M.Sc. or M.Pharm in Organic/Medicinal Chemistry.
• Candidates with M.Sc/M.Pharm in any branch of Life Sciences with hands-on experience in organic compound synthesis may also apply.
• Preference will be given to candidates having industrial experience in organic or medicinal chemistry.

Job Description: The selected candidate for Organic Chemistry Jobs will

primarily focus on chemical synthesis of small-molecule organic compounds as part of an anti-TB drug discovery project aimed at combating antimicrobial resistance.

Emoluments: Rs. 37,000/- per month + 27% HRA, as per institute rules and depending on qualifications and experience.

General Terms & Conditions:

1. The appointment is purely on a contractual basis for one year or until the project duration, whichever is earlier.
2. No hostel or housing facility will be provided.
3. Candidates must clearly mention their category (SC/ST/OBC/PH) with documentary proof.
4. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
5. Candidates should submit a complete Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of experimental expertise, publications, and names of three referees.
6. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
7. Interviews may be conducted in offline or online mode.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must apply strictly in the prescribed format via email to Dr. C.L. Meena (cl.meena@nii.ac.in), mentioning the project title and enclosing their CV with complete details.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview and must bring:

• Attested copies of educational and experience certificates
• Proof of category (if applicable)
• Application fee: Rs. 100/- (except for women and SC/ST/PH candidates) via Demand Draft or UPI/Paytm transfer to Director, NII (Account No. 1484101001636, IFSC: CNRB0001484)

Last Date for Application: 28th October 2025

Important Notes:

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The date of passing all examinations must be clearly indicated.
• The fellowship is project-based and does not guarantee regular employment at NII.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of chemistry and biomedical research, contributing to global efforts against tuberculosis and antimicrobial resistance.

LINK FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION