CSIR-NCL SPA PA-I Recruitment 2026

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune is looking to fill Senior Project Assistant (SPA) and Project Assistant-I (PA-I) positions for a research project on Bacteriophage Research. These are temporary project positions, and you can apply online through the lab's dedicated jobs portal. The last date to apply is 11 August 2026. Full eligibility, vacancy count, and stipend details are listed in the official advertisement (No. 2026/CSIR-NCL/NCIM/FIR050405/830) on the CSIR-NCL jobs portal.

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) SPA and PA-I Recruitment 2026

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune, one of the constituent laboratories of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has advertised project positions of Senior Project Assistant (SPA) and Project Assistant-I (PA-I) under its National Collection of Industrial Microorganisms (NCIM) division for a Bacteriophage Research project. This is a temporary, project-funded engagement and not a regular CSIR appointment — the exact duration depends on the sanctioned project period. If you are interested in microbiology or life sciences research, check the full advertisement on the CSIR-NCL jobs portal for detailed eligibility criteria, vacancy count, and stipend.

How to Apply

1. Go to the CSIR-NCL project jobs portal at jobs.ncl.res.in.
2. Find Advertisement No. 2026/CSIR-NCL/NCIM/FIR050405/830 for the SPA and PA-I posts on Bacteriophage Research.
3. Complete the New Registration process on the portal.
4. Fill in your application and upload the required documents.
5. Submit your application before the last date, 11 August 2026.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 3 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 11 August 2026

• Carry out day-to-day laboratory work for the Bacteriophage Research project
• Assist in sample collection, culturing, and characterization of bacteriophages
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, registers, and experiment logs
• Support senior scientists and the Principal Investigator with data collection and analysis
• Review relevant scientific literature related to the project
• Help prepare progress reports and project documentation