The ICMR Advanced Mycology Diagnostic and Research Centre (AMDRC) Project at St. John’s Research Institute (SJRI), Bangalore, is inviting applications for the position of Project Technical Support III. This prestigious ICMR-funded project focuses on establishing an advanced mycology referral centre for diagnostics and research in Southern India.
This is an excellent opportunity for Microbiology and Life Sciences graduates or postgraduates seeking hands-on experience in fungal diagnostics, molecular techniques, and antifungal susceptibility testing under a nationally recognized research initiative.
📌 Job Overview
- Post Name: Project Technical Support III
- Project: ICMR AMDRC Project
- Number of Vacancies: 01
- Project Duration: 7 Months
- Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
- Salary: ₹36,400 per month (Consolidated)
🧪 Roles & Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be involved in advanced diagnostic and research activities, including:
- Processing, storage, and documentation of clinical samples
- Maintenance of laboratory records and quality control procedures
- Routine mycology diagnostics – culture and identification of fungi
- Molecular techniques including basic PCR
- Antifungal susceptibility testing
- Collection of clinical details from patients
- Assisting in research activities related to medical mycology
- Data entry, reporting, and correspondence with ICMR
🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications
Essential / Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduate degree (Life Sciences / Microbiology) with 3 years post-qualification experience, OR
- Postgraduate degree in a relevant field (Microbiology preferred)
Additional Requirements:
- Practical exposure to microbiology or mycology laboratories
- Working knowledge of molecular biology techniques is desirable
- Language: English and at least one South Indian vernacular language
💼 Why Apply?
- Work on a nationally important ICMR project
- Hands-on exposure to advanced fungal diagnostics
- Experience in molecular mycology and antifungal testing
- Strengthens profile for PhD, research, and ICMR/DBT projects
- Opportunity to work at St. John’s Research Institute, a reputed biomedical research organization
📧 How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should email the following on or before 19 January 2026:
- Cover Letter
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- Three professional references (names, email IDs, and/or phone numbers)
Send application to:
📩 amdrc@stjohns.in
📩 CC: hr@sjri.res.in
Addressed to:
The Principal Investigator
ICMR AMDRC Project
St. John’s Research Institute (SJRI), Bangalore
