CSIR-IIIM Project Associate – Computational Drug Discovery | Apply by May 1
CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu is inviting applications for the position of Project Associate-I in the prestigious project “Establishment of Computational Sciences Centre for Drug Discovery.” This is an excellent opportunity for M.Sc. or B.Tech degree holders in Bioinformatics, Chemo-informatics, or Pharmaco-informatics to contribute to advanced drug discovery research using computational tools. Apply by 1st May 2025 and be a part of India’s top scientific institution under CSIR.
About CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine
CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu is a premier research institution under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India. With a legacy of excellence in natural product chemistry, drug discovery, and integrative medicine, CSIR-IIIM offers cutting-edge infrastructure and collaborative research environments. The institute is at the forefront of innovation in pharmaceuticals, medicinal plants, and now, computational sciences, advancing India’s position in global drug discovery research.
Position Details:
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Position Name: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
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Number of Vacancies: 01
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Location: CSIR-IIIM, Jammu
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Project Duration: Till 29th July 2027
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Age Limit: Max 35 years (relaxable as per GOI/CSIR rules)
- Project Title: Establishment of Computational Sciences Centre for Drug Discovery (GAP-3165)
- Mode: Online Interview (via MS Teams)
- Last Date to Apply: 1st May 2025, 5:00 PM
Essential Qualifications:
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M.Sc. /BTech Bio/ Chemo/Pharmaco-informatics from a recognised university or equivalent
Desirable Skills:
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Prior research experience in computational drug discovery.
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Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) tools is a plus.
Emoluments:
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₹31,000 + HRA: For candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or similar national-level exams.
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₹25,000 + HRA: For others who do not meet the above exam criteria.
How to Apply:
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Submit the Google Form application by 1st May 2025 (Thursday), before 5:00 PM.
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Eligible candidates will be notified by 2nd May 2025 (Friday) on the official CSIR-IIIM website.
Important Notes:
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Position is purely temporary and will not lead to regular employment.
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Interview will be held online via MS Teams.
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Shortlisted candidates only will be contacted for interview.
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No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the online interview.
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Ensure eligibility before applying—final-year/result-awaited candidates are not eligible.
- For any queries, please email Dr. Amit Nargotra, Sr. Pr. Scientist and PI, at [email protected].
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Keywords: CSIR-IIIM, Project Associate, Drug Discovery, Computational Sciences, Jammu, Temporary Position
