NEIGRIHMS Seeks Scientist-B for Meghalaya Research Project

Shillong: NEIGRIHMS in Meghalaya is hunting for a Scientist-B to join a lab project. The role supports the project titled "Setting up of Nation-Wide Network of Laboratories for Managing Epidemics and National Calamities" under the State Level Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory funded by the DHR. The institute needs one qualified professional to fill this role.

Applicants need a first-class Master degree in Microbiology. Alternatively, they can hold a second-class M.Sc plus a Ph.D in the same field. While not required, a doctorate, post-doctoral research, or two years of experience will help. The lab gives preference to experts in Virology and Molecular Biology, specifically those with publications in peer-reviewed journals. A Ph.D counts as three years of work experience.

The job pays 56,000 rupees plus HRA every month. Candidates must be 40 years old or younger, though the department applies standard age relaxation rules. Applicants must show up at the Seminar Room, Department of Microbiology, NEIGRIHMS, Shillong on 1st September, 2026 at 12:30 PM. Bring your original certificates, one self-attested photocopy of all educational and experience documents, and your biodata to the interview.