BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Project Scientist, Research Associate and More Posts

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• Updated November 10, 2026 03:43 PM
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Vacancy Details

• BRIC-CDFD has advertised 7 posts across three projects. The notice prints no category-wise break-up; reservation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Ex-service person/EWS applicants will be as per Govt. of India rules.

Project Scientist – III: Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in working on molecular biology techniques, cell cultures, next generation sequencing analysis etc.
• Experience of supervising staff/students.
• Experience in planning, implementing and monitoring research projects related to rare genetic disorders.
• Experience in coordinating with clinical centers, hospitals or collaborating institutions for patient recruitment, sample collection and data sharing.
• Experience in preparing scientific reports, research publications, presentations and grant/project documentation.
• Familiarity with ethical, biosafety and data-confidentiality requirements for handling human biological samples and genomic data.

Project Scientist – II: Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in working on molecular biology techniques, cell cultures, next-generation sequencing analysis, etc.
• Experience in supervising staff and/or students.
• Experience in planning, implementing and monitoring research projects related to rare genetic disorders.
• Experience in coordinating with clinical centers, hospitals or collaborating institutions for patient recruitment, sample collection and data sharing.
• Experience in preparing scientific reports, research publications, presentations and grant/project documentation.
• Familiarity with ethical, biosafety and data-confidentiality requirements for handling human biological samples and genomic data.

Research Associate (RA) - I: Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in next-generation sequencing or microarray analysis, report preparation, and development of pipelines for the same.
• Experience in processing and analysing whole-exome, whole-genome, or transcriptome sequencing data.
• Familiarity with genomic data quality control, alignment, variant calling, annotation and interpretation.
• Working knowledge of bioinformatics tools and programming environments such as Python, R, Linux, or workflow-management systems.
• Experience in maintaining laboratory records, experimental documentation, and organized datasets.
• Experience in preparing scientific reports, presentations, and manuscripts.

Project Technical Support - III: Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Public Administration or Life Sciences with diploma/certification in project/financial management.
• Preference for candidates with experience Government Financial Rules (GFR), PFMS (Public Financial Management System) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in project administration or financial management, preferably in a government, academic or R&D environment.
• Familiarity with budget preparation, utilization certificates (UCs), statement of expenditure (SoEs) and audit compliance.

Senior Project Scientist: Desirable Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline.
• Candidates with an additional degree or formal training in Project Management, Public Administration, Finance or Technology Management will be preferred.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in Website development and content management systems (CMS), Biological databases designing, developing and managing data pipelines, Bioinformatics tools and workflows for genomics, proteomics or systems biology.
• Proficiency in web development languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and frameworks like Django or Flask; Database design and management using MySQL, PostgreSQL or MongoDB.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics programming languages such as Python, R, or perl; Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools used in bioinformatics.
• Experience in handling R&D project management, especially involving government-funded biotechnology or biomedical projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale, multi-institutional or multi-disciplinary scientific projects.
• Proficient in scientific program planning, monitoring & evaluation and preparing progress and financial reports for stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate with government agencies, academic institutions, vendors and internal project teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint and familiarity with data/project management tools.

Technical Coordinator: Essential Qualifications

• Master’s in Public Health / Community Medicine / Health Management / Hospital Management / Public Health Informatics and related subjects or MSW or equivalent from a recognized University with at least 5 years’ experience of working in the Public Health Sector.
• Familiarity with Public Health Systems (Rare Diseases) and Government Health Schemes.
• Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

How to Apply for BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026

• Open the prescribed online application form at https://cdfd.org.in/APPS/empc/index.php.
• Fill in the application form online for the post you are applying to.
• Upload soft copies of certificates in support of date of birth, educational qualifications and reservation category (if applicable).
• Attach a Statement of Purpose and copies of experience certificates, since applications without them are liable to be rejected.
• Submit the online application on or before 30.11.2026.
• For queries, the notice gives the phone numbers 040-27216202/6089.

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Documents named in the notice

• Certificate in support of date of birth
• Certificates of educational qualifications
• Experience certificates
• Reservation category certificate (if applicable)
• Statement of Purpose

Selection and Interview

• Applications will be screened, and shortlisted candidates will be informed by email about the online interview date and time. The interview for BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026 is therefore held online.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Incomplete applications, applications without Statement of Purpose, applications without copies of certificates in support of date of birth / educational qualifications / experience / reservation category (if applicable), and applications received after the last date are liable to be rejected.
• The vacancy against the position shall be filled based on the vacancies available at the time of selection.
• Selection against the position will not make the candidates with Master’s Degree eligible to register for the Ph.D. degree.
• Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Ex-service person/EWS applicants will be as per Govt. of India rules.
• The Director, BRIC-CDFD reserves the right to suitably change/relax any of the conditions, and the right to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.

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Q1. How many vacancies are there in BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026?

• There are 7 vacancies: one each for Project Scientist – III, Project Scientist – II, Research Associate (RA) - I, Senior Project Scientist and Technical Coordinator, and two for Project Technical Support - III.

Q3. What qualification is needed for the BRIC-CDFD Project Scientist – III post?

• A Doctoral Degree in Science or Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent, plus seven years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services.

Q4. What is the age limit for BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026?

• The age limit is 45 years for Project Scientist – III and Technical Coordinator, 40 years for Project Scientist – II, Research Associate (RA) - I and Senior Project Scientist, and 35 years for Project Technical Support - III, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Ex-service person/Women applicants as per Govt. of India rules.

Q5. What is the salary in BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026?

• Monthly consolidated emoluments range from Rs. 28,000/- + 24% HRA (Project Technical Support - III) to Rs. 78,000/- + 24% HRA (Project Scientist – III); the Technical Coordinator gets Rs. 60,000/- consolidated.

Q7. How to apply for BRIC-CDFD Recruitment 2026?

• Apply in the prescribed application form online at https://cdfd.org.in/APPS/empc/index.php, uploading soft copies of certificates for date of birth, educational qualifications and reservation category (if applicable), along with a Statement of Purpose.

Q8. What is the selection process for BRIC-CDFD project posts?

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email about the online interview date and time.

Q10. Can a Master's degree holder register for a Ph.D. after selection?

• No, the notice states that selection against the position will not make candidates with a Master’s Degree eligible to register for the Ph.D. degree.