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Looking for the latest Govt Pharma Job opportunities? CSIR IMTECH Recruitment 2026 has announced 40 Project Associate Job vacancies for candidates with qualifications in Pharmaceutical Sciences under the project “Innovating with Microbes to Address Unmet Healthcare and Industrial Needs.” If you are searching for the latest Government Jobs, check the complete eligibility, salary, qualifications, and application details below.
- Position: Project Associate
- Location: Chandigarh
About the Institute
The CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (CSIR-IMTECH) is a premier national research institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India. Located in Chandigarh, the institute is engaged in cutting-edge research in microbial biotechnology, infectious diseases, industrial biotechnology, bioinformatics, molecular biology, medicinal chemistry, and translational healthcare research.
Project Details
- Project Title: Innovating with Microbes to Address Unmet Healthcare and Industrial Needs
- Project Code: MLP-002626
- Total Vacancies: 40 Posts
Position Details
1. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
- Number of Positions: 30
- Monthly Salary:
- ₹31,000 + HRA (For CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE, DBT/DST or equivalent qualified candidates)
- ₹25,000 + HRA (For other eligible candidates)
- Essential Qualification
- Master’s/Integrated Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences, or equivalent.
Key Responsibilities
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- Conduct research in molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, and biotechnology.
- Perform protein expression, purification, and characterization.
- Handle microbial cultures, including BSL-2/BSL-3 organisms (where applicable).
- Carry out tissue culture and microbiome research.
- Assist in fermentation, bioprocess development, and laboratory experiments.
- Analyze research data and prepare technical documentation.
- Maintain laboratory records and follow biosafety and quality guidelines.
2. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
- Number of Positions: 10
- Monthly Salary:
- ₹35,000 + HRA (For CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE, DBT/DST or equivalent qualified candidates)
- ₹28,000 + HRA (For other eligible candidates)
- Maximum Age Limit: 35 Years
- Essential Qualification
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- Master’s/Integrated Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences
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- Two years of Research & Development experience in Industrial or Academic Institutions or Science & Technology Organizations.
- Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support advanced research projects in microbial and biomedical sciences.
- Perform molecular biology, microbiology, and protein characterization experiments.
- Work on fermentation technology, downstream processing, and industrial biotechnology projects.
- Conduct bioinformatics, AI/ML, and computational biology analyses (where applicable).
- Operate advanced analytical instruments and maintain research documentation.
- Mentor junior research staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, quality systems, and research protocols.
Preferred Skills (Desirable for Both Positions)
- Molecular Biology & Molecular Microbiology
- Immunology & Structural Biology
- Protein Expression & Purification
- Tissue Cell Culture
- Animal Handling & Experimentation
- Microbiome & Metagenome Analysis
- Fermentation & Bioprocess Development
- Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML)
- NGS Data Analysis
- Python, R, PERL, C, and MySQL
- Chromatography, Flow Cytometry & Mass Spectrometry
- Advanced Microscopy & Imaging
- Documentation, Biosafety & Regulatory Compliance
Important Notes
- Result-awaited candidates are not eligible.
- Number of vacancies may increase or decrease.
- In case of any dispute, the English version of the advertisement will prevail.
Why You Should Apply?
This CSIR IMTECH Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Engineering, and Medical graduates to work in one of India’s leading government research institutes. Candidates will gain exposure to advanced research areas including molecular biology, microbiology, AI-driven bioinformatics, fermentation technology, medicinal chemistry, and translational healthcare research.
