The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the ANRF-Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PM-ECRG) project. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Entomology, or related fields, who are eager to contribute to cutting-edge research in precision-guided sterile insect techniques. Read on to discover more about this exciting opportunity, including eligibility criteria, application process, and key dates.
Description
The Division of Entomology at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, is seeking a qualified Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to join a project focused on CRISPR/Cas mediated precision-guided sterile insect techniques. This project aims to suppress the population of maize fall armyworm and cotton pink bollworm, which are significant agricultural pests. The position is temporary, unreserved, and co-terminus with the project, offering a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of agricultural biotechnology research.
Position
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Eligibility
Candidates must possess a master’s degree in biotechnology, Life Science, Entomology, Agricultural Entomology, Bioinformatics, Insect Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, Transcriptomics, Nanobiotechnology, or allied subjects. Preference will be given to those who have cleared ICAR/CSIR/UGC-Eligibility Tests and have research experience in areas such as Insect Biotechnology, CRISPR-Cas, RNAi, Molecular Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, Transcriptomics, or Nanobiotechnology. Familiarity with lab techniques like real-time PCR, SDS PAGE, and insect embryonic microinjection is desirable.
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month as per
How to Apply
Interested candidates should download the application format from the IARI website and submit their duly filled application along with scanned documents and CV in a single merged PDF file via email to ak.hexapoda@gmail.com by 25th August 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email and invited for an interview, which can be attended online or in person in Delhi.
Important Date
The deadline for application submission is 25th August 2025.
Job Location
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi-110 012, India.
For Additional Information
For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official ICAR-IARI website and refer to the detailed notification available at this link.
Reference: https://iari.res.in/files/jobs/Junior_Research_Fellow_04082026.pdf
This position offers a government job opportunity in a prestigious research institute, with a competitive monthly salary and the chance to work on a significant research project aimed at addressing critical agricultural challenges.
- Government Job Opportunity in Agricultural Research
- Monthly Salary Rs. 37,000 + HRA
- Research in Biotechnology, Entomology, and Related Fields
🔖 Post Expires on 25th August 2025