ACTREC Project Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

ACTREC (Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer) is hiring a Project Technical Assistant for a research project on irradiation and haemato-lymphoid malignancies. If you have a Post Graduate Degree in Life Sciences with 1 year of experience in oncology lab projects (preferably using suspension cells), you can apply. The consolidated salary is Rs. 33,600 per month. The last date to email your application is 21 May 2026 by 5:00 PM.

ACTREC Project Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026

Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), a unit of Tata Memorial Centre under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released advertisement No. ACTREC/Advt-92/2026 dated 12 May 2026 for the post of Project Technical Assistant on a project basis. ACTREC is one of India's leading cancer research centres located at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. Selection is by physical interview — there is no written exam. The initial duration is 6 months, extendable based on work progress. Postgraduates in life sciences with hands-on lab experience in oncology are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply for This Role?

This role offers a strong starting point if you want to build a career in cancer research, radiation biology or haematology. Working at ACTREC gives you exposure to advanced lab techniques, peer-reviewed publication opportunities, and a research environment that includes scientists from radiation oncology, molecular biology and clinical oncology. Many ACTREC project staff have gone on to pursue Ph.D. programmes or move into senior research roles in India and abroad. While the post is on a project basis with an initial 6-month tenure, the experience is highly valued in the cancer research community.

The role is part of an active research programme studying how ionising radiation affects haemato-lymphoid malignancies — a group of cancers that originate in the blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes. You will work alongside scientists and lab researchers on a day-to-day basis, contributing to a project that combines radiation biology with haematology/oncology research. ACTREC, being a Grant-in-aid Institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, has world-class infrastructure for radiation and cell biology research, making it a strong starting point for a research career in cancer biology.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have a Post Graduate Degree in Life Sciences. Eligible Life Sciences disciplines include Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Zoology and equivalent fields recognised by UGC.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in oncology lab projects — preferably with hands-on experience in suspension cell culture.
• Work Profile: The candidate will be involved in lab projects related to irradiation and haemato-lymphoid malignancies. This involves cell culture work, irradiation studies, sample processing and routine laboratory experiments.
• Soft Skills: Good documentation, attention to detail, ability to work as part of a research team and follow standard lab protocols.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• The notification does not specify a minimum age or age reference date — apply if you are under 35.
• The notification does not mention age relaxation for reserved categories. Check the official notification for any updates.

Salary

• Consolidated salary: Rs. 33,600 per month
• No additional allowances are mentioned in the notification
• Engagement is on a project basis — not a regular government post
• Initial project duration is 6 months, extendable based on work performance and project requirements

Application Fee

• No application fee — applications are submitted only by email.
• No payment is required at any stage of the selection process.

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Applications are screened based on qualification, oncology lab experience, and fit with the project requirements (irradiation and haemato-lymphoid malignancies).
2. Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email with the date and timing of the physical interview.
3. Physical Interview: The interview will be held at ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. There is no written test. Expect technical questions on cell culture, irradiation studies and haematological cancer biology.
4. Document Verification: Originals to be verified at the time of interview. Applications with incomplete documents will be summarily rejected.

No TA/DA is mentioned for appearing at the interview. The decision of the In-charge, Academic & Project cell, ACTREC is final and binding.

How to Apply

1. Prepare a single merged PDF containing your CV, Educational Documents, Experience Certificate, Aadhaar card (soft copy) and a Cover Letter.
2. Email the merged PDF to recruitment.sk2025@gmail.com.
3. Use the subject line: "Application for the post of Project Technical Assistant May 2026".
4. Submit your application before 21 May 2026 at 5:00 PM.
5. Wait for an email from ACTREC with interview details if you are shortlisted.
6. Carry all original documents when attending the physical interview at ACTREC.

Applications with incomplete documents will be rejected without further notice. Only shortlisted candidates will receive interview communication via email — make sure your email address is correct and active. Send the application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server delays.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 May 2026
• Last Date for Application (Email): 21 May 2026 by 5:00 PM
• Interview Date: To be announced by email to shortlisted candidates
• Project Duration: 6 months (extendable based on performance review)
• Interview Venue: ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410 210

• Work on lab projects related to irradiation and haemato-lymphoid malignancies
• Handle cell culture work, particularly suspension cells
• Carry out experimental procedures, sample processing and assays as per project protocols
• Maintain accurate lab records, experiment logs and project documentation
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment used in oncology research
• Assist in data analysis and report preparation for the project
• Follow biosafety and good laboratory practices in the ACTREC research environment