- Applications invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow under the project titled ‘Cell and nuclear response in a uniaxial stretcher with micropatterns recapitulating native tissue morphology’ in the School of Mechanical Sciences, IIT Goa.
- The project is sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology.
- Nature of work: Involves mechanobiology research including cell culture, confocal imaging, image analysis, atomic force microscopy, traction force microscopy, micromechanics, and molecular biology.
- The role is primarily experimental but includes opportunities for collaboration on image analysis and computational aspects.
- Duration of appointment: One year, with the option to extend further.
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Junior Research Fellow in Mechanobiology
Indian Institute of Technology Goa (IIT Goa), Office of the Director of Research and Development (DoRD)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Goa, Farmagudi, Pincode 403401, Goa
Apply Deadline
30 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Goa (IIT Goa), Office of the Director of Research and Development (DoRD) (IIT Goa) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Sc. (bsc), B.Tech (btech), M.Sc. (msc), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Note: No explicit mention of an application fee is provided in the raw job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualifications:
• B.Tech. in Biotechnology with a qualified GATE score, OR
• B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Biology or an allied field with a qualified CSIR-UGC NET score.
- Desirable Qualification:
• M.Tech. in Biotechnology with a qualified GATE score.
• B.Tech. in Biotechnology with a qualified GATE score, OR
• B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Biology or an allied field with a qualified CSIR-UGC NET score.
- Desirable Qualification:
• M.Tech. in Biotechnology with a qualified GATE score.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection committee may restrict candidates to a reasonable limit based on desirable qualifications, academic performance, or other benchmarks.
- No communication will be entertained with candidates not called for selection.
- No communication will be entertained with candidates not called for selection.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
💳 Application Fee Details
• Note: No explicit mention of an application fee is provided in the raw job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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How many vacancies are available for the Junior Research Fellow position at IIT Goa?
There is one vacancy available for the Junior Research Fellow position under the specified project at IIT Goa.
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What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow position in Mechanobiology?
The last date to apply is 30th September 2026 at 05:00 PM.
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What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow position?
The salary is ₹37,000 per month, with HRA and other entitlements as per Institute norms.
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What qualifications are required for the Junior Research Fellow position?
Essential qualifications include a B.Tech. in Biotechnology with a qualified GATE score or a B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Biology with a qualified CSIR-UGC NET score. A M.Tech. in Biotechnology with a qualified GATE score is desirable.
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Where can I apply for the Junior Research Fellow position?
You can apply through the official application form available at [this link](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYyaltV984KPoXVvehTQJAE-0kWwHTp8r6DRprbFQAa0SMkQ/viewform).