Organization Name
English: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata, Department of Biological Sciences (DBS)
Hindi: भारतीय विज्ञान शिक्षा एवं अनुसंधान संस्थान (आईआईएसईआर) कोलकाता, जैविक विज्ञान विभाग
Designation
English: Lab Assistant
Hindi: प्रयोगशाला सहायक
Location Details
| City | Mohanpur (Nadia) |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 741246 |
| Street Address | Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Kolkata |
Project Information
- Project Title: Understanding the role of the Type II MLA system in OMV biogenesis towards developing an effective vaccine against Campylobacter jejuni in poultry
- Principal Investigator (PI): Prof. Amirul Islam Mallick
Number of Positions
01 (One)
Employment Type & Duration
The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration. The initial appointment will be for 1 year, which may be extended up to a maximum of 3 years based on performance and availability of funds.
Work Assignment
- Assisting with documentation of project-related purchases
- Maintaining accurate records
- Animal procurement and animal maintenance
- Feeding, cleaning, and sampling of experimental animals (chicken, mice, etc.)
- Cleaning of animal house
Salary
₹18,000/- plus 27% HRA per month (as per rule)
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification: Graduate degree in any discipline
Desirable Criteria:
- Minimum 1 year of working experience in a biology laboratory
- Experience in handling experimental animals (chicken, mice, etc.)
- Knowledge of basic computing (MS Office-related)
Age Limit
Upper Age Limit: 40 years
Relaxation: Age relaxation for reserved and other categories will be as per Government of India rules.
Reservation Details
Reservation will be applicable as per the Government of India rules.
Application Process
Eligible candidates should send a soft copy of their application (cover letter, detailed CV, work experience if any, all in a single PDF) to the following email address:
Email: dbs.hpilab@gmail.com
Important Dates
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 15/09/2025 |
|---|---|
| Date of Interview | To be notified to shortlisted candidates |
| Tentative Start Date of Position | 01/10/2025 |
Application Fees
No application fees are mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date. The final selection will be based on the performance in the interview.
Helpline and Contact Information
Email for Application Submission: dbs.hpilab@gmail.com
Helpline Number: Not provided in the notification
Other Important Information
The position is purely temporary and will be co-terminus with the project duration. The appointment can be extended based on performance and availability of funds. The work involves animal handling, documentation, and project support responsibilities.
Official Links
- Official Website: https://www.iiserkol.ac.in/~amallick/
- Official Notification PDF: View Notification PDF
