Islamic University of Science & Technology

IUST Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

IUST
Temporary Contractual
Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir
Online Followed By Hard Copy Submission

Applications closed

Application deadline

11 October 2026

Closed

Last date for online submission

Posted 29 September 2026

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Quick facts

Vacancies: 1
Qualification: First Class Post-Graduate degree such as M.Sc. or…
Age: Up to 30 years
Pay: ₹31,000/month
Location: Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir
Employment: Temporary Contractual
Apply mode: Online Followed By Hard Copy Submission
Reference: 02 of 2026

Overview

IUST invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow position under an AYUSH-sponsored research project at the Watson-Crick Centre for Molecular Medicine.

Positions & vacancies

1 vacancy across 1 post

Awantipora · Temporary Contractual

Age: Up to 30 years
Experience: Previous experience in Cell Culture, Drug Discovery, Animal Models or Molecular Biology is desirable and preferred but no minimum duration is stated.

Location-wise breakdown

Location	Vacancies
Awantipora	1

Eligibility

Essential Educational

First Class Post-Graduate degree such as M.Sc. or equivalent with specialization in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Botany or Pharmacology from a recognized Board, University or Institute. The source specifies First Class but does not state a percentage or CGPA threshold.

Desirable Experience

Candidates with previous experience in any of the listed areas will be preferred.

Alternative 1 of 4. Previous experience in Cell Culture.(Desirable)
Alternative 2 of 4. Previous experience in Drug Discovery.(Desirable)
Alternative 3 of 4. Previous experience with Animal Models.(Desirable)
Alternative 4 of 4. Previous experience in Molecular Biology.(Desirable)

Age limit

General/EWS candidates: maximum 30 years.
OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates: maximum 33 years.
SC/ST, Differently Abled candidates and Women: maximum 35 years.

Salary & benefits

₹31,000

per month

Plus 9% HRA.

Selection process

1
Interview
Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important dates

Application deadline

11 Oct 2026

Applications closed

Other important dates

Advertisement dated29 September 2026
Online submission starts1 October 2026
Last date for submission of hard copy13 October 2026

How to apply

1
Online application
Submit the application online through the official IUST website using the prescribed application link. The exact application URL is not stated in the rendered notification.
2
Offline application
After online submission, submit a hard copy of the complete application with all supporting documents to the Principal Investigator. Hard-copy-only applications without online submission will not be considered. Submission must be made on working days during prescribed office hours.
Office of Dr. Muzafar A. Macha, Principal Investigator, AYUSH-Sponsored Research Project, Islamic University of Science & Technology, Awantipora, Kashmir - 192122

Documents required

Updated Curriculum VitaeSubmit an updated Curriculum Vitae with the complete application.
Educational qualification certificates and mark sheetsSubmit copies of educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
Proof of date of birthSubmit proof of date of birth.
JRF/NET/GATE/SET or equivalent qualification certificate (if applicable)Submit a valid JRF, NET, GATE, SET or equivalent qualification certificate, as applicable.
Experience certificate (if applicable)Submit experience certificate or certificates, if any.
Other relevant supporting documents (if applicable)Submit other relevant supporting documents where applicable.

Additional information

Selection summary

Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The University or Principal Investigator reserves the right to shortlist candidates and may decide not to fill the position without assigning any reason.

Eligibility notes

The essential qualification is a First Class postgraduate degree such as M.Sc. or equivalent with specialization in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Botany or Pharmacology from a recognized Board, University or Institute. Category-specific age limits apply.

Application instructions

Candidates must first submit the application online through the official IUST website using the prescribed application link. After online submission, a hard copy of the complete application with all supporting documents must be submitted to the Principal Investigator. Hard-copy-only applications without online submission will not be considered.

Important notes

The engagement is purely temporary, contractual and project-specific and will end automatically upon completion or termination of the project. It does not confer any right or claim to regular appointment. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Official documents

Official recruitment notification
IUST
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