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
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is a premier educational institution located in Manipal, Karnataka, India. Known for its excellence in education and research, MAHE offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and research, providing students and faculty with state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant academic environment.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Senior Research Fellow
🎯 Project Details
- Project titled “Advancing Pandemic Preparedness: Innovative Multidisciplinary Strategies for COMBATing Severe Dengue” at the Manipal Institute of Virology (MIV), Manipal.
- Duration of the Project: Initially for a period of One year and extendable upto four years based on performance and project requirements.
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.
The candidate must have an M.Sc. in Virology, Microbiology, or Biotechnology from a recognized University/Institution, with two or more years of research experience. Desirable qualifications include passing a National Eligibility Test such as CSIR-UGC or GATE. Preferred experience includes research in dengue/arbovirology, viral infections, molecular diagnostics, cell culture, molecular biology techniques, immunological assays, or handling of clinical samples.
Desirable skills: • Experience in cell culture, viral/clinical sample processing and/or immunological assays. • Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques such as PCR/qPCR and nucleic acid extraction. • Experience in data analysis, scientific documentation and research reporting. • Good communication, organizational and teamwork skills. • Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary research environment.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
Rs. 42,000 + 10% HRA per month
💺 JOB LOCATION
Manipal Institute of Virology, Manipal, Karnataka, India
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications may send their detailed CV and documents in support of qualification and experience on or before September 12, 2026, to the specified email address. Mentioning the Job Code in the subject line of the application is mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview date. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before September 12, 2026
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Director – HR, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Madhav Nagar, Manipal – 576104, Udupi, Karnataka, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Manipal Academy of Higher Education invites applications from eligible candidates for the Senior Research Fellow position.
Senior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification
