Apply Now: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati Technical Officer Role in Antiviral Research

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati, a prestigious autonomous institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is inviting applications for the position of Technical Officer – II. This opportunity is part of an extramural-funded project aimed at developing novel antiviral platforms and identifying drugs against henipaviruses such as the Nipah virus and Hendra virus. This role is a contract-based position, offering a unique chance to contribute to significant scientific research.

Description

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is seeking a qualified individual for the role of Technical Officer – II. This position is part of a project funded by Open Philanthropy, under the guidance of Principal Investigator Prof. Guruprasad R. Medigeshi. The project focuses on developing antiviral platforms and identifying drugs against henipaviruses, including the Nipah and Hendra viruses. The role is temporary, co-terminus with the project, and offers a competitive monthly remuneration.

Position

• Technical Officer – II

Eligibility

Candidates must possess a four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, a Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, BVSc, or a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Medicine from a recognized university. Alternatively, a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering or M.Tech in Biotechnology is acceptable. A Doctoral Degree in Biological, Natural, or Life Sciences with at least one first-author peer-reviewed research publication is also eligible. Desirable experience includes mammalian cell culture, virus research, protein expression and purification, and molecular biology techniques.

Minimum Monthly Remuneration

• INR 57,000/- plus 9% HRA

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their applications via email to projectstaffrecruitment@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in. The application must include a duly filled application form, converted into PDF format, and submitted by April 23, 2026, by 5.00 PM. The subject line should mention the post name and project code. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email, and they must provide a recent passport-size photograph and photocopies of relevant certificates at a later stage.

Important Date

The deadline for application submission is April 23, 2026, by 5.00 PM.

Job Location

IISER Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India

For Additional Information

For more details, refer to the official notification available on the IISER Tirupati website or contact the institute directly.

email: projectstaffrecruitment@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in

Reference: https://www.iisertirupati.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Advt_282026.pdf

 Highlights

This is a government job opportunity at a national research institution, offering a monthly salary of INR 57,000 plus HRA. The role is ideal for candidates with a background in engineering, computer science, biotechnology, or related fields, and provides a platform to engage in cutting-edge research on antiviral platforms.

🔖 Post Expires on 23rd April 2026