RCB Hiring Project Associates | Pharma Govt Job with ₹42,000 Salary
Looking for a Pharma Govt Job? The Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) has announced an excellent Project Associate Job opportunity under a prestigious research project on sustainable CO₂ capture and climate-smart agriculture. Candidates with Pharmacy and related qualifications with two years of research experience can apply online before 25 June 2026. Don’t miss this Pharma Govt Job if you’re seeking a rewarding Project Associate Job in biotechnology research.
- Position: Research Associate I
- Location: Faridabad 121001, Haryana.
- Job Posting: Advt. No. 17/Project/2026/HR
About the Company
The Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) is a premier biotechnology research institute under the Government of India. The institute conducts advanced research in biotechnology, life sciences, agriculture, and molecular biology to develop sustainable scientific solutions.
Project Details
- Project Title: “Bioengineering of Rhodopseudomonas for sustainable CO₂ capture and improved soil fertility to enhance crop productivity and Climate-smart agriculture”.
- Age Limit: Below 35 years
- Duration: Initially for one year, extendable to one more year based on performance.
- Investigator: Dr. Ramu S. Vemanna, Associate Professor
- Salary: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA% (as applicable)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in engineering and optimizing strains.
- Perform real-time monitoring of CO₂ and CH₄ flux; ensure data quality for MRV (Measurement, Reporting, Verification) frameworks.
- Bioprocess Optimization: Maintain and operate photobioreactors, optimize growth parameters, and scale up cultures.
- Soil & Plant Interface Studies: Conduct greenhouse and field experiments to evaluate the impact on soil fertility, microbial dynamics, and crop productivity in multiple locations.
- Data Integration & Reporting: Analyze experimental datasets (physiological, molecular, gas flux) and contribute to LCA and carbon accounting frameworks.
Qualification
- Pharmacy or any other related subject, with two years of research experience in R&D in industrial/ academic/ scientific institutions.
Selection Process
- Round I: Online Interview
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear for the online interview.
- The list of shortlisted candidates will be communicated via email by 27 June 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Date and Time of Online Interview: 29th June 2026 at 10:00 AM.
- Round II: In-Person Interview at RCB
- Candidates shortlisted based on their performance in the Online Interview (Round I) will be invited for an in-person interaction with the Selection Committee at RCB.
- The final selection will be made based on the candidate’s overall performance in both rounds of the selection process.
- Venue: Regional Centre for Biotechnology, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurgaon Expressway, Faridabad 121001, Haryana.
Documents Required
- Educational qualification certificates
- Relevant experience certificates
- Other supporting documents, if applicable
Contact Information
- For any query, you may contact the PI by email: ramu.vemanna@rcb.res.in
- Phone: 0129-2848800
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 25 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Shortlist Announcement: 27 June 2026
- Online Interview: 29 June 2026



