ISI Kolkata Project Linked Persons Recruitment 2026 - Apply Walkin
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Vacancies
2 Posts
Salary
₹56,000 – ₹67,000
Qualification
For Category ‘A’ (Research Scientist I): Essential: First class P.G. degree (including integrated PG) in any branch of Biological Science OR Second class PG degree with Ph.D. in any branch of Biological Science. Desirable: At least three years research experience in molecular biology, handling clinical samples, nucleic acid isolation, disease genomics with relevant publications. For Category ‘B’ (Research Scientist II): Essential: First class P.G. degree with 03 years research experience OR Second class PG degree with Ph.D. in any branch of Biological Science. Desirable: Experience in Molecular Biology, Disease Genomics, DNA Sequencing, handling clinical samples, Hemoglobinopathies, and Thalassaemia with relevant publications.
Age limit
35–40 years
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Application fee
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Location
Kolkata
Closes on
30 Jul 2026
Admit card
To be announced
About this recruitment
Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Kolkata has announced a walkin interview for two Project Linked Research Scientist positions (Category A & Category B) under an ICMR funded project in the Human Genetics Unit. The interview will be held on 30 July 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates with strong background in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, and Disease Genomics. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview.
Eligibility
For Category ‘A’ (Research Scientist I): Essential: First class P.G. degree (including integrated PG) in any branch of Biological Science OR Second class PG degree with Ph.D. in any branch of Biological Science. Desirable: At least three years research experience in molecular biology, handling clinical samples, nucleic acid isolation, disease genomics with relevant publications. For Category ‘B’ (Research Scientist II): Essential: First class P.G. degree with 03 years research experience OR Second class PG degree with Ph.D. in any branch of Biological Science. Desirable: Experience in Molecular Biology, Disease Genomics, DNA Sequencing, handling clinical samples, Hemoglobinopathies, and Thalassaemia with relevant publications.
Age limit in full
Category A: Should not exceed 35 years Category B: Should not exceed 40 years (as on 30 July 2026, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Differently abled as per Govt. rules)
Important dates
- Advertised On
- 2026-07-16
- Apply End
- 2026-07-30
Vacancy breakdown
| Category | Post Name | No. Of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| A | Project Linked Research Scientist I | 01 |
| B | Project Linked Research Scientist II (Non-medical) | 01 |
At a glance
- Particular
- Details
- Organization Name
- Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata
- Project Title
- Response to 5-aza-2'-deoxycytidine (decitabine) therapy in activating fetal haemoglobin (HbF) among HbE/β-thalassemia patients
- Funding Agency
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Total Posts
- 02
- Tenure
- Till 10 January 2027 (may be extended/terminated based on performance)
- Walk In Interview Date
- 30 July 2026 (Thursday) at 11:30 a.m.
- Venue
- Human Genetics Unit, A.N. Kolmogorov Bhavan, ISI Kolkata