Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE ADVANCED CENTRE FOR TREATMENT, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN CANCER
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Tata Memorial Centre Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) is a premier institution dedicated to cancer research and treatment. Located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, ACTREC operates under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. It is renowned for its cutting-edge research and educational initiatives in the field of oncology.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
🎯 Project Details
- Project Title – “Deciphering the link between exosome-mediated metabolic reprogramming and bioenergetics of breast cancer cells in response to ECM stiffening“
- Project Tenure – 3 years
- Department – Patwardhan Lab, CRI
- Job Description – The candidate is expected to perform cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry experiments etc. (e.g. cell culture, flow cytometry, immunofluorece imaging, western blotting, RT-PCR experiments), animal handling and IHC, annotate and analyse data.
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Essential qualifications include a B.S. 4 years programme / BPharm / MBBS / Integrated BS-MS / MSc / BE / BTech or equivalent degree with 55% marks and passing of NET/GATE test. The upper age limit is 28 years, with relaxation up to 5 years for candidates belonging to scheduled castes/tribes/OBC, women, and physically handicapped candidates.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
The fellowship for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) is Rs.45,880/- per month (Rs.37,000/- + 24% HRA). Work progress will be monitored, and extension will be given after 1 year.
💺 JOB LOCATION
Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Eligible candidates may apply and send their CV, Educational documents, Caste certificate and Aadhaar card soft copy in a pdf format to patwardhansejal@gmail.com Application should contain the subject “Application for the post of Junior Research Fellow”.
Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and notified about the interview date and timings. The interview will be in hybrid mode. Candidates will have the option to confirm whether they will attend the interview in person or online mode after getting the short-listed e-mail. Details will be sent accordingly.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 30/10/2026 till 3:00 PM.
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Tata Memorial Centre Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai- 410 210, Maharashtra, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Tata Memorial Centre invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.
Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification
Reference: https://actrec.gov.in/sites/default/files/2026-10/Final%20Advt-214-Junior%20Research%20Fellow.pdf
The Tata Memorial Centre Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer is seeking a motivated Junior Research Fellow to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a strong background in life sciences and a passion for cancer research to contribute to groundbreaking work in the field.
