Job Responsibilities:
Conduct molecular biology, microbiology, and bioinformatics-based research activities.
Perform bacteriophage isolation, characterization, host-range testing, and therapeutic evaluation-related laboratory work.
Carry out DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, ELISA, gel electrophoresis, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and sequencing-related laboratory procedures.
Analyze genomic and metagenomic data using appropriate bioinformatics tools.
Perform genome assembly, annotation, AMR/virulence profiling, phylogenomic analysis, CRISPR-Cas analysis, and scientific data visualization.
Maintain laboratory records, experimental data, SOPs, and research documentation.
Assist in manuscript preparation, grant/proposal writing, project reporting, and presentation of research findings.
Support thesis students, research trainees, workshops, and laboratory training activities.
Coordinate with research team members and contribute to ongoing projects at NGRI.
Age At most 35 years Required Skills:Minimum 3-4 years of research experience at a reputed research institute such as icddr,b, IEDCR, NGRI, or a similar organization.Should be able to carry out sequencing using oxford nanopore and Illumina platform.Experience in molecular biology and microbiology laboratory techniques.Hands-on experience with microbial culture, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, gel electrophoresis, ELISA, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.Should have strong bioinformatics knowledge and handling high throughput sequencing data using different tools such as SPADES, prokka.Should be efficient both in Linux and Windows platform for handling large scale sequencing data as reflected by publication in high quality (Q1) journal(s).At least 2 first-author publications in Q1 peer-reviewed journals.Other Terms and Conditions:Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.The candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.Strong organizational skills, research documentation ability, and problem-solving capacity are expected.Willingness to work beyond regular office hours, during urgent project needs, or on holidays if necessary.
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Research Officer, NGRI (NSU Genome Research Institute)
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Published:22 Jun 2026
Deadline:21 Jul 2026