About
Applications are invited for the position of Senior Research Fellow (Project) under the DBT-funded research project titled “Investigating the Role of Tfh Cells in Shaping Humoral Immunity in Dengue” at the National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi.
The project focuses on understanding how Tfh cells regulate antibody responses during dengue infection and contribute to disease severity. The research integrates advanced immunological and genomic approaches, including immunophenotyping, serological profiling, single-cell RNA sequencing, and TCR sequencing to identify mechanisms associated with protective and pathogenic immune responses.
Selected candidates will work on cutting-edge immunology research involving human clinical samples and advanced molecular biology techniques.
Eligibility
- M.Sc. or M.Tech in any area of Life Sciences.
- Minimum two years of post-M.Sc. experience.
- Must have qualified a National Level Examination such as NET, GATE, or equivalent.
Desired Skills
- Experience in handling human clinical samples.
- PBMC isolation and plasma processing.
- Flow cytometry and T-cell phenotyping.
- T-cell functional assays.
- ELISA and neutralization assays.
- Experience in virus handling and isolation (preferably dengue virus).
- RNA-seq library preparation and analysis.
- Bioinformatics tools such as Seurat, Cell Ranger, and R.
- Single-cell transcriptomics and TCR repertoire analysis.
- Strong analytical and teamwork skills.
How to apply
- Prepare your application in the prescribed format.
- Send the completed application via email to:
- Dr. Nimesh Gupta
- Email: nimesh.gupta@nii.ac.in
- Attach:
- Complete CV
- Details of experimental expertise
- Publication list (if any)
- Names of three referees
- Clearly mention the project title in the application.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview and required to submit attested copies of certificates.
Application Fee:
- Rs. 100/- through Demand Draft or online payment.
- SC/ST/PH and Women candidates are exempted from the fee subject to submission of valid proof.
Fellowship
- Rs. 42,000 per month
- Plus 27% HRA as per applicable rules
Deadline
16 June 2026
Contact details
Dr. Nimesh Gupta
Email: nimesh.gupta@nii.ac.in