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Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) Recruitment 2026 – Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in Molecular Medicine

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JNU Recruitment 2026: Jawaharlal Nehru University invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow position under an ANRF (SERB)-funded molecular medicine project. Fellowship ₹37,000 plus HRA. Last date to apply: 19 October 2026.

Date Posted: 11 October 2026

Organization: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

Organization Profile

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, is a central university known for its academic programmes and research activities. The university’s Special Centre for Molecular Medicine invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow under an ANRF (SERB)-funded research project investigating Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite responsible for malaria.

About the Research Project

Project Title: Identification of Novel Effectors and Their Role in Plasmodium falciparum

The research project focuses on identifying novel effectors and investigating their roles in Plasmodium falciparum. The work is relevant to molecular medicine, host–parasite interactions, cell biology, biochemistry, structural biology and computational biology.

Job Details

  • Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
  • Number of Vacancies: 1
  • Funding Agency: ANRF (SERB)
  • Initial Appointment: One year
  • Maximum Project Tenure: Up to three years, subject to project duration and applicable conditions
  • Nature of Appointment: Temporary research fellowship

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

  • A Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Animal Biology or a related discipline.
  • A strong academic record.

Desirable Qualifications and Research Experience

Candidates with relevant biological research experience are encouraged to apply. Preferred research areas include:

  • Host–parasite interactions and drug discovery.
  • Cell biology, biochemistry and microscopy.
  • Biophysical techniques and site-directed mutagenesis.
  • Cryo-EM, TEM, SEM and IEM techniques.
  • In-vitro tRNA translation.
  • Computational biology and protein structure analysis.
  • Protein–protein docking and protein–RNA docking.

Additional Preferences

Preference may be given to candidates with:

  • First-hand experience in protein structural biology and computational biology.
  • More than two years of laboratory experience.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team.

Relevant research experience may be considered during candidate screening.

Salary and Fellowship Details

Monthly Fellowship: ₹37,000

House Rent Allowance (HRA): Applicable as per funding agency norms.

The fellowship and allowances are subject to the funding agency’s guidelines.

Appointment Duration

  • Initial Duration: One year.
  • Extension: Possible based on satisfactory performance.
  • Maximum Duration: Up to the end of the SERB-funded project, with a maximum tenure of three years as stated in the supplied announcement.
  • Performance Assessment: Conducted by the Principal Investigator.

The appointment is temporary and project-based.

Selection Process

The selection process is expected to include:

  1. Screening of applications based on qualifications and relevant research experience.
  2. Shortlisting of eligible candidates.
  3. Intimation to shortlisted candidates on 21 October 2026.
  4. Online interview for shortlisted candidates.

Interview Mode: Online

The exact interview date and time are not specified in the supplied announcement.

Important Dates

  • Application Opening Date: 8 October 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 19 October 2026
  • Shortlisted Candidates to Be Informed: 21 October 2026
  • Interview Date: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should apply for the Junior Research Fellow position within the prescribed application period.

  1. Review the essential and desirable qualifications.
  2. Prepare relevant academic credentials and research experience details.
  3. Consult the official JNU recruitment notice for the prescribed application procedure.
  4. Submit the application using the method specified by the Special Centre for Molecular Medicine.
  5. Complete the application process by 19 October 2026.

Important: The supplied announcement does not specify an application email address, online application portal or required document format. Candidates should consult the complete official notice for submission instructions before applying.

Contact Address

Jawaharlal Nehru University
Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
New Delhi – 110067, India.

Official Website: https://www.jnu.ac.in/