Research Associate-I in Animal Biotechnology (Heat-Stress Biomarkers), BRIC-NIAB Hyderabad (DBT Project)
Job Description
BRIC-NIAB is hiring a Research Associate in animal biotechnology in Hyderabad. You will look for biomarkers of heat stress in high-yielding dairy animals and help build a biosensor for them. The post pays Rs 47,000 a month plus 24% HRA if applicable. Apply online by 27 October 2026.
At a glance
- Post: Research Associate-I, 1 post
- Project: DBT project on heat stress-specific biomarkers for a biosensor in dairy animals
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Pankaj Suman
- Pay: Rs 47,000 a month plus 24% HRA (if applicable), as per DST guidelines
- Duration: Not stated in the ad
- Apply by: 27 October 2026, online
The advertisement is No. 27/2026. The full project title is “Identification of heat stress-specific biomarkers to develop a biosensor for formulating mitigation strategies in high yielding dairy animals”. The Department of Biotechnology funds it.
What the NIAB animal biotechnology Research Associate will do
- Find biomarkers that show heat stress in high-yielding dairy animals
- Help develop a biosensor based on those markers
- Support work on strategies to reduce heat stress in the animals
Why this role matters
India has the world’s largest dairy herd, and heat stress cuts milk yield every summer. A simple test for heat stress would help farmers act early. The work suits a PhD who wants applied biology with a clear end use.
Eligibility
- A PhD in animal sciences, veterinary sciences or life sciences
- Preferred: experience in transcriptional or epigenetic regulation, aptamer selection, or making monoclonal antibodies
- Age limit: 35 years; the ad states no relaxation
The ad prints the pay as Rs 47,000 plus 24% HRA “as per the DST guidelines”. Some other 2026 ads quote a higher figure for Research Associate-I. We report NIAB’s figure exactly as printed. Only a provisional or convocation degree certificate is accepted as proof of the PhD.
Pay and duration
- Rs 47,000 a month plus 24% HRA, if applicable
- Duration not stated in the ad
- No application fee is mentioned
How to apply
Apply online through the NIAB online application page for Advt 27/2026. No hard copy is needed. Original documents are checked at joining. Experience certificates must come from the head of the department or office. The interview is online, and shortlisted candidates are told by email.
Key dates
- Last date: 27 October 2026, online
- Interview: online, date sent by email to shortlisted candidates
Please read the official NIAB advertisement (PDF) before applying, and browse more Research Associate jobs on ResearchJobs.in.
Hiring institution: BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), Hyderabad
Official advertisement: www.niab.org.in
How to prepare for this application
- Lead with aptamers or antibodies. These are the preferred skills, so put them at the top of your CV.
- Learn heat stress biology. Read on heat shock proteins and the temperature-humidity index in cattle.
- Think about sensors. Know how an aptamer or antibody becomes a detection element.
- Have your degree certificate ready. Only a provisional or convocation certificate is accepted.
- Prepare for an online interview. Test your camera and connection, and keep slides short.
About BRIC-NIAB
The National Institute of Animal Biotechnology was set up in Hyderabad in 2010 by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. It works on animal health, productivity and diagnostics. It is now part of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC).
