DU Senior Project Associate and Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

• Senior Project Associate: A first-class Master's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology or Life Sciences with four years of relevant research and development experience, or a doctoral degree in those subjects or an equivalent qualification.
• Junior Research Fellow: An M.Sc. in Microbiology, Biotechnology or Life Science with at least 55% marks and CSIR-UGC NET or NET conducted by a Central Government department or institute, as specified in the notice.
• For both posts, a background in fermentation, microbiology, cell culture and animal studies is preferred.

• Download the notification and complete the application form attached to it.
• Attach scanned, self-attested educational certificates and mark sheets from Class X onwards, NET/GATE qualification certificates and publications, if any.
• Combine the form and attachments into one PDF.
• Email the PDF to the address given in the notification by 23 November 2026, using the subject line: Application for Senior Project Associate/Junior Research Fellow position.

About the recruitment

The University of Delhi has invited applications for two project-based positions in Delhi: one Senior Project Associate and one Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The engagement is contractual and co-terminus with the project, which runs for three years or until its completion. Applications must be sent by email by 23 November 2026.

Eligibility and pay

For Senior Project Associate, applicants need either a first-class Master's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology or Life Sciences with four years of relevant research and development experience, or a doctoral degree in those fields or an equivalent qualification. The maximum age is 40 years and the pay is Rs. 42000 with HRA.

For JRF, applicants need an M.Sc. in Microbiology, Biotechnology or Life Science with at least 55% marks and the NET qualification specified in the notice. The maximum age is 28 years. Pay is Rs. 37000 with HRA for the first two years and Rs. 42000 with HRA for the third year. Age is counted on the application deadline, and relaxation follows Government of India instructions.

A background in fermentation, microbiology, cell culture and animal studies is preferred for both roles. The competent authority may relax desirable qualifications for deserving and exceptionally qualified candidates.

How to apply

Complete the form attached to the notification. Combine it with scanned self-attested educational certificates and mark sheets from Class X onwards, NET/GATE qualification certificates and publications, if any, in one PDF. Send it to the email address in the notice using the subject line “Application for Senior Project Associate/Junior Research Fellow position”. The notice also says to apply within 21 days of the advertisement.

Shortlisting and interview

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Shortlisting may take account of desirable qualifications or additional experience; meeting the essential criteria alone does not guarantee a call. At interview, candidates must bring original mark sheets, certificates, awards or fellowships and other relevant documents, plus one self-attested set. No TA/DA is payable for attending.