- Advertisement for 2 purely temporary Research Associate positions under a DBT-sanctioned research project titled ‘Bio-chemical and technological innovations to develop high-value ‘green’ chemicals from 2G lignin and improve biorefinery sustainability’ at IndianOil R&D Centre, Sector 13, Faridabad, Haryana.
- Positions are co-terminous with the project/scheme and initially offered until 14th September 2027 or until the project’s tenure, subject to performance review and discretion of the Competent Authority.
- Emoluments: Rs. 66,960/month or as per DBT/DST sanctioned research project grant.
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🎓 Ph.D.
Temporary Research Associate Positions in Biotechnology Project
IndianOil R&D Centre, Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Sanctioned Project
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
IndianOil R&D Centre, Sector 13, Faridabad, Haryana
Apply Deadline
30 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | IndianOil R&D Centre, Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Sanctioned Project (IndianOil R&D Centre) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Ph.D. (ph.d.) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹66,960 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | • Research Associate (Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology): Preference for candidates with research experience in biological conversion of lignin through microbial fermentation or bioprocessing during Ph.D. or postdoc. • Research Associate (Chemistry): Preference for candidates with research experience in chemical catalysis of lignin to produce biofuels, biochemicals, or bioproducts during Ph.D. or postdoc. |
| Application Fee | • Message: No mention of any application fee is provided in the raw job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Post 1 (1 vacancy): Ph.D. in Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology with preference for candidates having research experience in biological conversion of lignin into high-value products through microbial fermentation or bioprocessing during Ph.D. or postdoc.
- Post 2 (1 vacancy): Ph.D. in Chemistry (Organic, Inorganic, Analytical, or Physical) with preference for candidates having research experience in chemical catalysis of lignin to produce biofuels, biochemicals, or bioproducts during Ph.D. or postdoc.
- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 40 years as of the last date of application (30th September 2026).
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
- Post 2 (1 vacancy): Ph.D. in Chemistry (Organic, Inorganic, Analytical, or Physical) with preference for candidates having research experience in chemical catalysis of lignin to produce biofuels, biochemicals, or bioproducts during Ph.D. or postdoc.
- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 40 years as of the last date of application (30th September 2026).
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on online interview only. No written test or document verification at the interview stage.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, Women
📂 Required Documents
- Not specified in the notification — applicants must submit a detailed CV only.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Message: No mention of any application fee is provided in the raw job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Research Associate positions at IndianOil R&D Centre?
There are 2 vacancies available: 1 for Research Associate in Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology and 1 for Research Associate in Chemistry.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for these Research Associate positions?
The last date to submit applications is 30th September 2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to these Research Associate positions?
The upper age limit is 40 years as of 30th September 2026, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Q.
Is there an application fee for these Research Associate positions?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q.
What is the initial duration of the appointment for these Research Associate positions?
The initial appointment will be for one year or until the project tenure, whichever is earlier, starting from the date of selection.