ACTREC Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Tata Memorial Centre's Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, is holding an interview for one project post, Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical), on the project "Development of Clinical grade off-the shelf human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) derived granulocytes for multidrug resistance microbial sepsis". The consolidated salary is Rs.72,800 per month (Rs.56000 + 30% HRA) for six months, extendable. A Post Graduate Degree and hands-on stem cell and molecular biology experience are mandatory, and the age must not exceed 35 years at the time of interview. Applications go by email to [email protected] before 23 November 2026.

About ACTREC

ACTREC is the Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer of Tata Memorial Centre, at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The letterhead describes it as a grant-in-aid institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. The notice is issued by the In charge (Academic & Project Cell).

Who Can Apply

The notice lists one post, Project Research Scientist - I (Non-Medical), on project. The notice does not state the funding agency.

Essential qualification

Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees.

Mandatory experience

Candidates should have hands-on experience in stem cell culture, molecular biology techniques, cloning, lentiviral (plasmid) construct designing, optimization, virus production and transduction, gene-editing tools such as CRISPR/Cas9, and flow cytometry.

Desirable experience

• Experience in iPSC culture and differentiation, mammalian cell culture, 3D culture and stable cell line generation is preferred.
• Prior experience in in-vitro transcription (IVT), mRNA synthesis and production, and mRNA-based cellular differentiation will be an added advantage.

Age limit

Not exceeding 35 years at the time of interview. The notice prints no age relaxation. Candidates should refer to the official notification for any further eligibility details.

Pay and Tenure

The consolidated salary is Rs.72,800/- per month, printed as Rs.56000/- + 30% HRA. The post is for six months and extendable. The work progress of candidates will be monitored, and an extension after six months will depend on satisfactory progress of the work.

How to Apply for ACTREC PROJECT RESEARCH SCIENTIST - I (Non-Medical)

1. Prepare the documents in PDF format: a recent CV and a passport-size photograph.
2. Prepare original copies of all certificates: educational qualifications, work experience certificate and Aadhar card as ID.
3. Email the documents to [email protected].
4. Make sure the email is sent before 23.11.2026.

The notice describes this as applying "online by sending necessary documents" to the email address. It prints no subject line and no application form.

Selection and Interview

Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date, the Zoom link and the timings via email. The notice does not give the interview date or describe how candidates are shortlisted.

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