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

Pondicherry University

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Pondicherry University, located in Kalapet, Puducherry, is a central university known for its commitment to excellence in education and research. The Department of Microbiology, part of the School of Life Sciences, is actively involved in cutting-edge research and offers a dynamic environment for academic growth.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Research Associate-I (RA-I)
• Project Technical Support III

🎯Project Details

• Project Title : “CARMA: The Co-selection of Antimicrobial Resistance by Metals Alliance “
• Tenure – 1 year  
• PI – Prof. Joseph Selvin

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website

Research Associate-I (RA-I): Ph.D. awarded in Microbiology, Genetics, Biotechnology, or any other discipline of Life Sciences as of 01-10-2026. Desirable qualifications include expertise in antimicrobial resistance and microbial genomics, with strong communication skills and proficiency in data management.

Project Technical Support III: M.Sc./M.Tech in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, Medical Biochemistry, or any stream of Life Sciences. Desirable qualifications include experience in handling clinical and environmental samples, with proficiency in scientific communication and data management. The candidate should be willing to work in clinical settings as required by the project.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Research Associate-I: Rs.58,000/- + 20% HRA

Project Technical Support III: Rs.28,000/- + 20% HRA

💺 JOB LOCATION

Pondicherry University, Kalapet, Puducherry 605014

📝 HOW TO APPLY

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.

Applications should be sent to Prof. Joseph Selvin, Department of Microbiology, Pondicherry University, Kalapet, Puducherry 605014. Candidates may also send their updated curriculum vitae via email to josephselvinss@pondiuni.ac.in on or before 10th November 2026.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 10th November 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Prof. Joseph Selvin, Department of Microbiology, Pondicherry University, Kalapet, Puducherry 605014

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Pondicherry University invites applications from eligible candidates for the Research Associate-I and Project Technical Support III positions

Research Associate-I and Project Technical Support III positions Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.pondiuni.edu.in/university_news/advertisement-for-the-post-of-research-associate-i-department-of-microbiology/