NCBS Senior Project Manager Recruitment 2026

NCBS-TIFR Bangalore is hiring 1 Senior Project Manager for its Central Imaging and Flow Cytometry Facility (CIFF). If you have a Master's degree in Biological Sciences (or M.E./M.Tech) with 5+ years of post-doctoral experience in microscopy or flow cytometry, or a Ph.D. in a relevant subject, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 25 August 2026. This is a fixed-term position open to candidates up to 55 years of age, with a consolidated salary based on your qualification and experience.

National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS-TIFR) Senior Project Manager Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), part of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), has released Advertisement No. 10/2026 for a Senior Project Manager to run its Central Imaging and Flow Cytometry Facility (CIFF). This facility supports cutting-edge microscopy and flow cytometry research for NCBS scientists as well as academia and industry partners nationally and internationally. The position is initially for one year and renewable annually based on your performance review. If you enjoy managing advanced lab equipment and training researchers on imaging techniques, this role is built for you.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Master's degree in any Biological Sciences/M.E./M.Tech or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university, OR a Ph.D. from a recognized university/institute in a relevant subject/discipline
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of post-doctoral experience in Microscopy or Flow Cytometry
• Preferred Skills: Hands-on experience with modern microscopy/flow cytometry systems, managing lab equipment, developing new imaging methods, using digital tools for data acquisition and analysis, training researchers, and administering a research facility

Age Limit

• You should be up to 55 years old as on 1 July 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Available as per Government of India norms for reserved categories.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated salary based on your qualification and experience, decided as per institutional guidelines.
• The exact pay is not fixed in the notification — it will be finalized based on your profile and interview performance.

Selection Process

The selection process may include:

1. Written Test (if the institute decides to conduct one for shortlisting)
2. Interview

The institute may change the recruitment process before the selection round — any changes will be intimated to candidates in advance.

How to Apply

1. Go to the NCBS job portal at ncbs.res.in and find this advertisement (Advt No. 10/2026).
2. Register online using a valid email ID.
3. You will receive a confirmation email with a link sent to your registered email.
4. Use that link to fill in your online application.
5. Upload supporting documents for your educational qualification with marks, date of birth, caste certificate (if applicable), and experience certificate with pay drawn.
6. Save or preview your application before final submission.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 25 August 2026

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Central Imaging and Flow Cytometry Facility
• Maintain and troubleshoot microscopy and flow cytometry equipment
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment servicing, upgrades and repairs
• Train researchers and students on using imaging and flow cytometry systems
• Develop and implement new imaging and flow cytometry methods for research projects
• Manage acquisition, storage and analysis of microscopy/flow cytometry data using digital tools
• Oversee facility budgets, scheduling and equipment lifecycle management