ACTREC Scientific Officer E Recruitment 2026

Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) is hiring 1 Scientific Officer E (Translational Cancer Research) at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. You need a Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, or equivalent discipline with 4 years of post-Ph.D. research experience. The corrigendum dated 18 June 2026 extends the online application deadline to 03 July 2026, 5:30 PM IST. Initial pay is Rs. 78,800 in Level-12, Cell-1 plus applicable allowances.

ACTREC Scientific Officer E Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

ACTREC, the research and development wing of Tata Memorial Centre, has advertised 1 unreserved Scientific Officer E faculty position in Translational Cancer Research. The role is for candidates with an independent cancer research record, strong publications, and expertise in patient-derived cancer model systems. The extension changes only the last date for online application; eligibility criteria and other terms remain unchanged.

Corrigendum Update

• Revised last date: Online applications are extended up to 03 July 2026, 5:30 PM IST.
• Original last date: The detailed advertisement had earlier listed 19 June 2026, 5:30 PM IST.
• Eligibility and terms: The corrigendum says the eligibility criteria and other terms remain unchanged.
• Age and experience date: Age and experience will still be counted as on 19 June 2026.
• No other changed fields found: Vacancy count, qualification, age limit, and application fee remain as stated in the original advertisement.

Vacancy Details

• Scientific Officer E (Translational Cancer Research): 1 unreserved post

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized university.
• Experience: You need at least 4 years of post-Ph.D. research experience in the relevant area, supported by strong publications.
• Research profile: ACTREC expects independent research work in tumour cell biology, translational cancer research, patient-derived organoids, patient-derived xenografts, and rare or therapy-resistant cancers.
• Documents: You must upload the required documents with the online application and bring originals if called for interview.

Age Limit

• Maximum age is 45 years as on 19 June 2026.
• Age relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC candidates get 3 years, and PwD candidates get 10 years, with additional relaxation where applicable under Government of India rules.
• TMC employees: Tata Memorial Centre employees and temporary, project, or contract workers at TMC may get up to 5 years relaxation.

Salary

• Initial pay is Rs. 78,800 in Level-12, Cell-1.
• DA, HRA, TA, medical facility, retirement benefits, and other allowances apply as per TMC/Department of Atomic Energy grant-in-aid institute rules.

Application Fee

• Application fee: Rs. 300, payable online by debit card, credit card, UPI, net banking, or similar online mode.
• No fee: SC, ST, female candidates, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen applying for the first civil post after service are exempted.
• The application fee is non-refundable.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on screening and interview stages described in the official advertisement:

1. Initial Screening: ACTREC will screen candidates using the information submitted in the online application.
2. Open Presentation: Eligible candidates may be invited to present their work.
3. Final Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend a final interview and meet individual faculty members.

How to Apply

1. Go to the online application portal linked from actrec.gov.in.
2. Fill in the online application form for ACTREC/ADVT/A-04/2026.
3. Upload your CV, required certificates, publication evidence, and other supporting documents.
4. Upload a brief research proposal of not more than 3 pages in Translational Cancer Research or a related cancer biology field.
5. Pay the fee online if you are not exempted.
6. Submit the application before 03 July 2026, 5:30 PM IST.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 22 May 2026
• Original Last Date: 19 June 2026, 5:30 PM IST
• Corrigendum Date: 18 June 2026
• Revised Last Date: 03 July 2026, 5:30 PM IST
• Age and Experience Reckoning Date: 19 June 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Lead independent research on Patient-Derived Organoids (PDOs) and Patient-Derived Xenografts (PDXs) for translational cancer research
• Provide scientific oversight to patient-derived model system facilities, including PDO and PDX platforms
• Run research projects focused on rare and aggressive cancers, with a focus on clinical relevance and therapy resistance
• Guide and supervise PhD students registered under HBNI and other academic programs
• Teach and propose new courses in the graduate program
• Support ACTREC core research facilities and take part in institutional scientific activities
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers across Tata Memorial Centre for bench-to-bedside research
• Attract competitive research funding from national and international grant agencies