TIFR Project Associate & Assistant Recruitment 2026

TIFR is hiring 2 candidates for the posts of Project Associate and Project Assistant in its Department of Biological Sciences at the Mumbai campus. If you have an MSc (for Project Associate) or a BSc/MSc in Biological Sciences (for Project Assistant), you can apply online through a Google Form. The last date to apply is 10 August 2026. The fellowship pays between Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 31,000 per month plus HRA.

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Project Associate and Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), an autonomous institution under the Department of Atomic Energy and a Deemed University, has released Advertisement No. 2026/22 for 1 Project Associate and 1 Project Assistant in its Department of Biological Sciences, Mumbai. Both posts are attached to a lab project involving microdissection, tissue culture, imaging and histological analysis of embryonic brain tissue. Both positions are purely temporary, 10-month project appointments starting from 1 October 2026, making this a good option if you want hands-on lab research experience before your next academic or career step.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Project Associate: 1 post
• Project Assistant: 1 post

Who Can Apply?

For Project Associate:

• Qualification: MSc in Biological Sciences
• Preferred Experience: Substantial experience imaging histological slides, microdissection of embryonic brain tissue and tissue culture skills will be an advantage
• Job Requirement: You will handle microdissection, tissue culture, imaging and histological analysis for the project

For Project Assistant:

• Qualification: BSc or MSc in Biological Sciences
• Preferred Experience: Experience in genotyping of mice and related techniques, plus tissue sectioning/histology, will be an advantage
• Job Requirement: You will provide genotyping support across multiple lab projects and also perform histology and imaging

Age Limit

• For Project Associate, you should preferably be below 35 years of age.
• No specific age limit is mentioned for the Project Assistant post in the notification.

Salary

• Project Associate (NET-qualified): Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA as per rules
• Project Associate (Non-NET-qualified): Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA as per rules
• Project Assistant: Rs. 20,000 per month + HRA as per rules
• Both appointments are temporary and non-pensionable, for a fixed 10-month tenure (1 October 2026 to 31 July 2027).

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Application Screening: Your CV and academic record will be reviewed against the eligibility criteria.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online.

How to Apply

1. Open the Google Form at forms.gle/w2aNB5xHoDqaJWx59.
2. Fill in your personal details, academic history and contact information.
3. Attach your CV in the format given in the notification: personal information, final marksheet/degree certificate, an academic history table (SSC, HSC, BE/BTech/BSc, MSc), and names, emails and contact numbers of 2 referees.
4. Do not add any extra information or pages to your CV beyond what is asked.
5. Submit the form before the last date.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Number: 2026/22
• Last Date to Apply: 10 August 2026
• Position Start Date: 1 October 2026

• Handle microdissection, tissue culture and histological analysis of biological samples
• Support imaging of histological slides and record experimental data accurately
• Assist with genotyping of mice and related molecular biology techniques
• Prepare and process tissue sections for microscopy and analysis
• Maintain lab equipment and follow standard safety protocols
• Coordinate with the project team and report progress regularly
• Maintain accurate documentation of experiments and results