Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati) has currently issued 3 live job notices with 3 open vacancies. Details are provided below.
About this Walk-in Interview
1 Junior Research Fellow/Project Associate I (Department of Biology) vacancy at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati)
Eligible and interested candidates may attend the walk-in interview to be held by Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati) on 16-03-2026 to fill 1 post of Junior Research Fellow/Project Associate I (Department of Biology).
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow/Project Associate I (Department of Biology) |
| Project Name | To develop novel antiviral platforms and identify drugs against henipaviruses such as Nipah virus and Hendra virus |
| Project Description | This project focuses on establishing cutting-edge antiviral platforms to combat highly pathogenic henipaviruses, including Nipah (NiV) and Hendra (HeV). The research aims to identify potent drug candidates by targeting viral fusion and entry mechanisms. The work involves molecular biology, high-throughput screening, and protein characterization to develop therapeutics against these zoonotic threats. This initiative is funded by Open Philanthropy. |
| Duration | Initial six months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance; temporary and co-terminus with project |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | Four years Bachelor's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / BVSc / B.Pharm OR Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering/Biotechnology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| Monthly Salary | Rs 37,000/- + 9% HRA (for NET/GATE qualified) / Rs 30,000/- + 9% HRA (for others) per month |
| Age Limit | maximum 30 years |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 16-03-2026 (09:30 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati – 517619 |
| Contact | Prof. Guruprasad R. Medigeshi Department of Biology (Principal Investigator) |
| Job Location | Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh |
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About this Walk-in Interview
1 Junior Research Fellow/Project Associate I vacancy at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati)
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati) is inviting eligible and interested candidates to attend a walk-in interview on 16-03-2026 to fill 1 post of Junior Research Fellow/Project Associate I.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow/Project Associate I |
| Project Name | To develop antivirals against Dengue Viruses |
| Project Description | This project focuses on the discovery and validation of novel antiviral compounds to combat Dengue Virus (DENV) infections. The research involves the identification of small molecules or peptides that can inhibit viral entry, replication, or assembly. By utilizing mammalian cell culture systems and specific virus assays (such as plaque assays and TCID50), the study evaluates the efficacy of potential drug candidates. The work also includes protein expression and purification to study viral enzymes like NS3 protease or NS5 polymerase as drug targets. |
| Duration | Initial three months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance; temporary and co-terminus with project |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - Four years Bachelor's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / BVSc / B.Pharm OR
- Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering/Biotechnology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent.
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| Monthly Salary | - Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate I: Rs 37,000/- + 9% HRA (for NET/GATE qualified) / Rs 30,000/- + 9% HRA (for others) per month
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| Age Limit | maximum 30 years |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 16-03-2026 (09:30 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati – 517619 |
| Contact | Prof. Guruprasad R. Medigeshi (Principal Investigator) |
| Job Location | Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh |
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About this Job Notification
1 Technical Officer II vacancy at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati)
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati) invites applications from eligible candidates for filling 1 post of Technical Officer II on fixed-term basis under a research project. Applications must be submitted on or before 17-03-2026.
| Post Name | Technical Officer II |
| Project Name | To develop novel antiviral platforms and identify drugs against henipaviruses such as Nipah virus and Hendra virus |
| Project Description | This project focuses on establishing cutting-edge antiviral platforms to combat highly pathogenic henipaviruses, including Nipah (NiV) and Hendra (HeV). The research aims to identify potent drug candidates by targeting viral fusion and entry mechanisms. The work involves molecular biology, high-throughput screening, and protein characterization to develop therapeutics against these zoonotic threats. This initiative is funded by Open Philanthropy. |
| Duration | Initial six months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance; temporary and co-terminus with project |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - Option 1: Four years Bachelor's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / BVSc or Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering/Biotechnology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent with four years' experience in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or S&T organizations;
- Option 2: Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering/M.Tech Biotechnology from a recognized university or equivalent with two years' experience in R&D;
- Option 3: Doctoral Degree in Biological/Natural/Life Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent with at least one first author peer-reviewed research publication from doctoral research work.
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 57,000/- + 9% HRA per month |
| Age Limit | maximum 50 years as on 17-03-2026 |
| Selection Process | Candidates will be shortlisted initially on the basis of academic qualifications, followed by an interview. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Candidates must apply by sending the completed application form via email to projectstaffrecruitment@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in . Application should include educational details and project-related information for screening. Applicants must clearly mention the post name and project code in the email subject line. Application documents must be emailed on or before 17-03-2026 by 17:00. |
| Last Date to Apply | 17-03-2026 (05 PM) |
| Contact | Prof. Guruprasad R. Medigeshi Department of Biology (Principal Investigator) |
| Job Location | Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh |
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