Latest Job Notification: Temporary position for Project Associate (1 post) under Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), School of Biotechnology.
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) Recruitment 2026: Project Associate (Temporary) – 1 Post
Applications are invited for a temporary position of Project Associate (ONE position) in a project focused on developing AI tools/methods with image data. The appointment is initially for 1 year and may be extended further depending on certain conditions.
Organization Details
- Organization: Jawaharlal Nehru University
- School/Department: School of Biotechnology
Office/Contact Address (as provided):
Binay Panda, Professor
School of Biotechnology
Room 115, SBT
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Binay Panda, Professor
School of Biotechnology
Room 115, SBT
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Post Details
| Post Name | Project Associate |
|---|---|
| Nature of Appointment | Temporary |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Mode of Selection | Interview |
| Duration of Appointment | Initially for 1 year; extendable further depending on certain conditions |
Project Focus: Developing AI tools/methods with image data.
Salary / Emoluments (Monthly)
| Category | Consolidated Fixed Emoluments (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| With NET/GATE | ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Without NET/GATE | ₹25,000 + HRA |
Emoluments are mentioned as consolidated fixed per month for the Project Associate position.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification
- M.Sc. in Bioinformatics
- M.Tech. in Data Science / Computer Science or any other allied field
- B.Tech. in the same areas with prior experience
Preference
- Experience working with images and deep learning
- Prior experience in working with Python environment is a must
Required Background (Important Notes)
Do not apply if you have M.Sc. in any branch of life sciences (other than Bioinformatics) or B.Tech. in areas other than Data Science / Computer Science / allied field and do not have prior experience with image analysis.
- Prior experience in using biological data, analytical tools, and working with data-related methods and deep learning tools/framework is required.
- The position does not require conducting experiments in the lab.
Age Limit
Maximum Age: 35 years
Important Dates
| Applications Received Till | 6 PM, 9th Jan 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date & Time | Exact time of the interview will be communicated at a later stage only to the shortlisted candidates. |
Interview schedule details will be shared only with shortlisted candidates.
Application Process (How to Apply)
- Prepare your current CV.
- Include your contact number in the email and/or CV.
- Send an email to Professor Binay Panda, School of Biotechnology, JNU at binaypanda@jnu.ac.in.
Email ID Guidance (as stated): If you are currently enrolled/working in an institution, it is recommended that you use the institutional email ID to send the email. If you are not currently enrolled/working, use an email ID that can be authenticated.
Selection Process
- Mode of Selection: Interview
- Interview timing will be communicated later only to shortlisted candidates.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the provided notification.
Reservation Details
Reservation details are not mentioned in the provided notification.
Contact Information
| Contact Person | Binay Panda, Professor |
|---|---|
| binaypanda@jnu.ac.in | |
| Office / Address (as provided) | School of Biotechnology Room 115, SBT Jawaharlal Nehru University |
Note: Helpline numbers are not mentioned in the provided notification.
