JRF Recruitment at INST for M.Sc Chemistry Candidates
An exciting JRF Recruitment opportunity has been announced by INST for candidates interested in Chemistry Research and advanced interdisciplinary science. Applications are invited for one Junior Research Fellow position under an ANRF-funded project involving nanotechnology, phototherapy and drug delivery. Candidates with an M.Sc. in Chemistry and other specified disciplines who have qualified a national-level eligibility test such as NET/GATE/GPAT can apply. The selected candidate will receive Rs. 37,000 per month plus applicable HRA, making this an excellent opportunity to gain experience in cutting-edge scientific research.
About the Institute:
INST, the Institute of Nano Science and Technology, is an autonomous research institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. It is located at Knowledge City, Sector 81, SAS Nagar, Mohali, Punjab. The institute has invited applications from highly motivated and bright candidates for a Junior Research Fellow position in an ANRF-funded project. The interdisciplinary nature of the project makes it particularly relevant for candidates interested in Chemistry Research involving nanoscience, biomaterials and related areas.
Advertisement No.: 14(1)/2026-INST
Job Details:
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Number of Positions: 01
- Age Limit: Candidates must not exceed 28 years of age as of 25 August 2026. Age relaxation will be provided for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
- Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA (as applicable)
- Last Date for Application: 25 August 2026
- Mode of Interview: Hybrid mode (Online/Offline)
- Duration: Initially for one year, extendable based on performance and availability of funds.
Essential Qualification:
- Candidates must possess an M.Sc. degree in Life Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, or Computational Biology/Bioinformatics. Additionally, they must have qualified in national level eligibility tests such as NET/GATE/GPAT.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in peptide synthesis, computational biology/chemistry and bioinformatics, molecular dynamics simulations, pharmaceutical formulation development, molecular biology, cell culture handling, animal handling, biosensing, and drug delivery will be advantageous.
General Terms and Conditions
- The position is purely temporary and on a contractual basis, renewable each year subject to satisfactory performance for a maximum of three years or until the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Original documents of age proof/certificates/degrees/mark sheets and other testimonials must be presented at the time of the interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email regarding the interview.
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates should send their completed applications in the prescribed format/CV along with copies of age proof, certificates, degrees, mark sheets, and other testimonials to panda.jyotib12@gmail.com by 25 August 2026. All documents should be combined into a single PDF file.
This JRF Recruitment at INST provides M.Sc. Chemistry candidates with an opportunity to contribute to an interdisciplinary research project combining nanotechnology, phototherapy, drug delivery and related scientific approaches. Candidates interested in advanced Chemistry Research who meet the qualification, national-level eligibility test and age requirements should submit their complete application by 25 August 2026.
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