NEHU Research Associate Recruitment 2026

North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong is hiring 1 Research Associate for a Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India funded research project in its Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics. If you hold a Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Life Sciences, you can apply by post. The last date to submit your application is 24 August 2026. The stipend will be paid as per DBT norms for Research Associate positions.

North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

NEHU has released a notification for 1 Research Associate position in the Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics under Principal Investigator Prof. S.R. Joshi. The position is attached to a DBT-funded project titled "Ethno-microbiology, process optimization and gut simulation studies for validation of health benefits of Gundruk, a Himalayan fermented vegetable product." This is a unique opportunity to research a traditional Himalayan fermented food using modern microbiology and gut simulation techniques. The position is purely temporary and runs only for the duration of the project.

Gundruk is a traditional fermented leafy vegetable common across the Himalayan belt, valued for its probiotic and nutritional properties. This project combines ethno-microbiology and gut simulation studies to scientifically validate its health benefits — connecting traditional food knowledge with modern life sciences research.

North-Eastern Hill University is a central university located in Shillong, Meghalaya, that primarily serves students and researchers from India's North Eastern states. Its Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics runs several government-funded research projects, and this Research Associate role is a good fit if you want hands-on research experience in microbiology and food science funded by a central government agency.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Life Sciences

The notification does not mention any additional age limit or experience requirement — you only need the Ph.D. qualification listed above to apply.

Salary

• The stipend for this Research Associate position will be paid as per the norms of the funding agency (DBT) for research projects. The exact amount is not disclosed in the advertisement.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application along with relevant certificates and testimonials.
2. Write "RA Position in Ethno-microbiology....... Product" on the envelope.
3. Send your application by post to The Principal Investigator, Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics, North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong - 793022, Meghalaya.
4. Make sure your application reaches before 24 August 2026.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply (by post): 24 August 2026

• Conduct laboratory research on ethno-microbiology and fermentation processes related to Gundruk
• Carry out gut simulation studies to validate the health benefits of the fermented product
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and experimental data
• Assist the Principal Investigator in project planning and progress reporting
• Prepare research findings for presentations and publications
• Collaborate with other researchers in the Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics
• Follow laboratory safety and research ethics guidelines