JNCASR Faculty Fellowship Recruitment 2026

Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) is offering 1 YRGCARE-Suniti Solomon Distinguished Faculty Fellowship at Assistant Professor level in Bengaluru. If you have a PhD or equivalent medical/public health degree with research excellence in infectious diseases, immunology or related biological sciences, you can apply by email. The last date to send the application is 15 July 2026. The allowance is equivalent to the entry-level Ramanujan Fellowship, currently Rs. 1,35,000 per month as per ANRF.

JNCASR Faculty Fellowship Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) has released Advertisement No. JNC/AO/No.09/2026 dated 27 May 2026 for the YRGCARE-Suniti Solomon Distinguished Faculty Fellowship. This is a special faculty position hosted at JNCASR, Bengaluru, with support from YRGCARE. The notice clearly says this is not recruitment into a regular post; it is a five-year fellowship where the selected person will be designated as Assistant Professor.

Fellowship focus: The fellowship has been set up through a Memorandum of Understanding between JNCASR and YRGCARE to promote high-quality research in infectious diseases and related areas. The selected candidate is expected to teach and establish an independent research laboratory at JNCASR. JNCASR will provide laboratory space, office space, access to central facilities, basic infrastructure and consumables as per norms, while the fellowship will be awarded and funded by YRGCARE.

Vacancy Details

• Post: YRGCARE-Suniti Solomon Distinguished Faculty Fellow (Assistant Professor level)
• Vacancy: 1 post
• Tenure: 5 years
• Work location: JNCASR, Bengaluru, Karnataka
• Role type: Special faculty fellowship, not a regular permanent post

Who Can Apply?

• Nationality: Indian nationality is required.
• Preference: Women scientists are preferred for this fellowship.
• Qualification: You should hold a PhD or an equivalent degree such as MD, MS, DM, MCh or MPH with relevant postdoctoral experience.
• Research area: Your work should show research excellence in infectious diseases, immunology or related biological sciences.
• Experience: The notice expects up to 3 to 4 years of postdoctoral experience, strong publications and clear potential for independent research.
• Publication record: You should show a strong publication record and evidence that you can lead independent research.
• Teaching interest: You should be ready to teach students in M.Sc., Integrated Ph.D. and Ph.D. programmes.
• Fit with JNCASR: Preference will be given if your research can complement JNCASR's current research and academic activities, especially across more than one unit.

Age Limit

• Maximum age is 35 years.
• Reference date: Age is counted as on 15 July 2026.
• The advertisement does not mention separate category-wise age relaxation.

Salary

• Allowance: Equivalent to the entry-level Ramanujan Fellowship of ANRF, Government of India.
• Monthly amount: The ANRF Ramanujan Fellowship page states Rs. 1,35,000 per month consolidated, including HRA.
• Research support: The ANRF page also mentions a research grant of Rs. 7.00 lakh per year and overhead charges of Rs. 60,000 per year for Ramanujan Fellows.
• Facilities: JNCASR will provide laboratory space, office space, access to central facilities, basic infrastructure and consumables as per norms.
• Institution support: The candidate will be posted at JNCASR and will follow JNCASR norms and policies during the fellowship period.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

The advertisement does not mention any written examination. Selection is based on academic record, research fit, seminars, lectures, faculty interaction and interview.

1. Application Screening: JNCASR will review the application package, publication record, research plan, teaching interests and referee details.
2. Research Seminar: Shortlisted candidates may be considered through research seminar(s), preferably in person.
3. Pedagogic Lecture: Shortlisted candidates may need to give teaching-related lecture(s) to show classroom and academic ability.
4. Faculty Interaction: Candidates may interact with faculty members of the Centre before the final stage.
5. Interview: A search and selection committee will conduct the interview before final selection.
6. Final Decision: The President, JNCASR reserves the right to accept, reject or cancel the recruitment process as mentioned in the advertisement.

How to Apply

1. Prepare the application package in the prescribed format available on the JNCASR opening page.
2. Study the current research activities at jncasr.ac.in and explain how your work fits the Centre.
3. Add your list of publications in reverse chronological order.
4. Attach PDF files of your three most significant publications.
5. Prepare a two-page research plan and a statement of teaching interests.
6. Add names and email addresses of at least three referees who know your work.
7. Combine the required application documents in PDF format.
8. Email the application to dfaoff@jncasr.ac.in.
9. For any further information, contact deanfaculty@jncasr.ac.in with a copy to dfaoff@jncasr.ac.in.
10. If you are working in Central/State Government, PSU or a government-funded organisation, send the application through proper channel.
11. Make sure the application reaches before 15 July 2026. Late or incomplete applications may be rejected.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 27 May 2026
• Application Start: 27 May 2026
• Last Date to Receive Applications: 15 July 2026
• Expected Joining: Preferably by 03 August 2026
• Seminar / Interview Date: To be informed to shortlisted candidates

• Build an independent research programme in infectious diseases, immunology or related biological sciences
• Set up and manage a research laboratory at JNCASR with available institutional support
• Teach students in M.Sc., Integrated Ph.D. and Ph.D. programmes
• Prepare research plans, grant proposals, publications and academic presentations
• Guide students, research staff and collaborators in laboratory and academic work
• Work with JNCASR faculty across units where the research theme complements Centre activities
• Follow JNCASR norms, academic policies and fellowship conditions during the five-year term