Junior Research Fellow — GovtJobs India

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment for 1 Junior Research Fellow position at Presidency University, Kolkata.
- Project-based role with a focus on biological sciences and bioinformatics applications.
- Opportunity to work in a research-intensive environment with hands-on experience in cell culture, mouse handling, and molecular biology techniques.
- Stipend of INR 37,000 per month plus 30% HRA.
- Candidates must qualify in NET/JRF/LS/PhD or GATE examinations.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Educational qualification: MSc/MS/BS-MS or equivalent in any branch of Biology with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade.
- Required qualification: NET/JRF/LS/PhD or GATE qualification.
- Hands-on experience in cell culture, mouse handling, and molecular biology techniques is mandatory.
- Prior experience in bioinformatics-based applications is preferred.
- Candidates must meet the age limit criteria as per the official notification.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection is based on an initial email application followed by an in-person interview.
- Candidates must submit their application via email with a CV, research statement, and referee details.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview on August 7, 2026.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Presidency University
Location / State	West Bengal
Job Location	Kolkata, West Bengal
Category Eligibility	All
Experience Required	- Prior hands-on experience in cell culture, mouse handling, and molecular biology techniques is mandatory.
Last Date to Apply	04 August 2026
Walk-in Interview Date	07 August 2026

📊 Presidency University Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Junior Research Fellow	1
Total	1

📁 Required Documents

- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (B.Sc. and M.Sc. mark sheets/grade cards).
- NET/GATE scorecard/rank card/certificate of award.
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Research statement and CV.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 1 for the post of Junior Research Fellow.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow position at Presidency University?

A. The last date to submit your application via email is August 4th, 2026.

Q. What is the educational qualification required for the Junior Research Fellow post?

A. Candidates must have an MSc/MS/BS-MS or equivalent degree in any branch of Biology with at least 55% marks and must have qualified in NET/JRF/LS/PhD or GATE.

Q. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow position?

A. The selected candidate will receive INR 37,000 plus 30% HRA per month.

Q. How can I apply for this recruitment?

A. Applications are to be submitted via email to the official email address mentioned in the notification.

Q. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

A. No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.