NIAB Recruitment 2026: SRF & SPA Jobs

NIAB Recruitment 2026: Project Staff Vacancies Announced

The National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) in Hyderabad has released an advertisement for the recruitment of project staff. Applications are invited for the positions of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Senior Project Assistant (SPA) under a project funded by the DBT-BBSRC India-UK FADH grant.

Job Highlights

This recruitment drive aims to fill positions for a specific research project at NIAB. The project focuses on understanding the differences in virulence and drug resistance in Bovine TB.

Important Dates

The last date to submit online applications is not explicitly mentioned with a specific date in the provided text, but candidates are advised to fill the online application form in sufficient time before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues. The online link for submission of the application is available up to 5 PM.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment is for the following positions:

• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): 1 Position
• Senior Project Assistant (SPA): 1 Position

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specified educational qualifications and age limits for each post.

• Essential Qualification: MVSc., M.Tech., or MSc. Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Immunology with at least 2 years of experience in R&D in a related area.
• Desirable Qualification: Experience in cell culture, animal experiments, immunoassays (ELISA/FACS), and molecular biology. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in working in a BSL3 laboratory with Mycobacterium tuberculosis-based research.
• Age Limit: 35 years

• Essential Qualification: Graduate Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, or Business Management with at least 5 years of experience in conducting meetings and supervisory work.
• Role & Responsibility: Project coordination and management, knowledge of office procedures, rules, and regulations, experience in handling meetings/conferences, and working knowledge of computers and e-file processing.
• Age Limit: 50 years

Salary / Pay Scale

The emoluments for the positions are as follows:

• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Rs. 42,000 + HRA (if applicable)
• Senior Project Assistant (SPA): Consolidated monthly emoluments of Rs. 57,060/- for the 1st year, Rs. 58,770/- for the 2nd year, and Rs. 60,530/- for the 3rd year.

Selection Process

Suitable candidates will be screened. Those shortlisted will be intimated via email and interviewed by a duly constituted selection committee through an online mode.

How to Apply

Applications are to be filled ONLINE only. Candidates must visit the official NIAB website to submit their application form. No hard copy of the application is required to be sent.

Documents Required

Original documents in support of date of birth, educational qualifications, and experience certificates are required to be submitted at the time of joining. Only Provisional Degree Certificate or Convocation Degree Certificate will be accepted as proof of educational qualification. Experience certificates must be issued by the Head of the Department/Office.

Important Instructions

• Interim enquiries will not be entertained.
• Candidates are advised to fill the online application form well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical problems.
• The tenure for both positions is one year, likely to be extended based on performance and co-terminus with the duration of the project (until July, 2028).
• The job location for SRF is BRIC-NIAB, Hyderabad, and for SPA is DBT, Delhi.

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here
Notification PDF → Click Here

FAQs

Q1: What positions are available at NIAB?
A1: NIAB is recruiting for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Senior Project Assistant (SPA) positions.

Q2: What is the last date to apply for the NIAB recruitment?
A2: The exact last date is not specified, but candidates must apply online before 5 PM and well in advance of the deadline.

Q3: What is the educational qualification for Senior Research Fellow?
A3: Essential qualification is MVSc., M.Tech., or MSc. Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Immunology with 2 years of experience in R&D.

Q4: What is the age limit for Senior Project Assistant?
A4: The age limit for Senior Project Assistant is 50 years.

Q5: How will candidates be selected?
A5: Selection will be based on an online interview conducted by a selection committee after screening of applications.

Q6: Do I need to send a hard copy of the application?
A6: No, applications are to be filled online only, and no hard copy needs to be sent.