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| NEHU Shillong Recruitment 2026: Apply offline for Research Assistant post in the Department of Biotechnology before 3rd August 2026. |
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong, has issued an official recruitment notification for the post of Research Assistant in the Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics. This temporary research position is part of a Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India funded project titled "Characterization and identification of pharmaceutically active compounds in fermented bamboo shoots of North East India, their bioactivity evaluation, microbiological profile and scientific validation of its anticarcinogenic role" under the guidance of Prof. S.R. Joshi (Principal Investigator). Eligible candidates holding a B.Sc. in Life Sciences with relevant laboratory experience are invited to submit their applications offline on or before 3rd August 2026.
Key Recruitment Details
- Organization: North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong
- Department: Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics
- Funding Agency: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India
- Post Name: Research Assistant
- Total Vacancy: 01 (One)
- Educational Qualification: B.Sc. in Life Sciences
- Desirable Experience: Experience working in a Microbiology Laboratory and Microbial Culture Handling
- Stipend: As per project norms of the funding agency
- Job Tenure: Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project
- Application Mode: Offline (By Post / Hand Delivery)
- Job Location: East Khasi Hills, Shillong - 793022, Meghalaya
- Last Date to Apply: 3rd August 2026{inAds}
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a B.Sc. degree in Life Sciences from a recognized university or institute.
- Practical experience working in a Microbiology Laboratory along with hands-on experience in Microbial Culture Handling is required.
Pay Scale & Benefits
- The selected candidate will receive a monthly stipend as per the project norms and guidelines set by the funding agency (DBT, Govt. of India).
How to Apply for NEHU Research Assistant Vacancy
Interested and eligible candidates need to apply via offline mode by following these steps:
- Prepare a cover letter along with your updated CV/Resume detailing your academic background and laboratory experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant mark sheets, certificates, experience testimonials, and identity documents.
- Address the application envelope to:
The Principal Investigator
Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU)
Shillong - 793022, Meghalaya - Ensure that the hard copy of the application reaches the specified address on or before 3rd August 2026.{inAds}
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