Project Associate Job at ILS Bhubaneswar for Medicine Candidates
Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, has announced a project associate job under a DBT-funded research initiative. This ILS Bhubaneswar recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for medical professionals seeking government research jobs in genomics, molecular biology, and rare genetic disorder research.
Job Details:
- Job Position: Senior Project Associate
- Advt. No.: 03/2026
- Number of Vacancies: 01
- Project Title: “Mission Program on Pediatric Rare Genetic Disorders” (Funded by DBT)
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Rajeeb K. Swain
- Emoluments: Rs. 42,000/- + 16% HRA per month
- Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Last date of receipt of application: 27.01.2026
- Date of interview: 04.02.2026
- Age Limit: below 40 years
About the Institute
Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, is an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. ILS is well known for offering prestigious government research jobs and conducting advanced research in life sciences, human health, and disease biology through regular ILS Bhubaneswar recruitment notifications.
Qualifications
- Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent; and four years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations, and Scientific activities and services. (OR)
Doctoral Degree in Science / MD / MS from a recognized University or equivalent. - Desirable: Experience in Molecular Biology/Developmental Biology/Cell Biology/Genomics/Bioinformatics
Job Description
Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, invites applications from eligible Indian Nationals for a project associate job under the project “Mission Program on Pediatric Rare Genetic Disorders” (Funded by DBT). This project associate job involves advanced laboratory and data analysis work aligned with national-level government research jobs. Nature of the work includes Genome Editing in zebrafish/Cell-based assays/NGS library preparation and sequencing, data analysis, report writing, presentations, and manuscript preparation.

Key Responsibilities
- Genome Editing in Zebrafish
- Cell-based assays
- NGS library preparation and sequencing
- Data analysis
- Report writing, presentations, and manuscript preparation
How To Apply?
Interested/eligible candidates may apply ONLINE through the link provided at institute’s website