Assistant Professor

Job Description

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal invites applications for the faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor for its constituent institution – Manipal Institute of Virology (MIV), Manipal.

Position: DM (Virology)

Eligibility

1. DM in Virology.
2. DM in Virology from an institution recognized by NMC / MCI or equivalent authority.
3. Hands-on experience in molecular diagnostics, viral culture, and advanced virological techniques.

Desirable

1. Preferably 2 publications in virology.
2. Strong interest in working with high-risk pathogens under BSL-3 conditions.

Position: MD (Microbiology)

Eligibility

1. MD in Microbiology.
2. SR-ship or Fellowship in Virology from an institution recognized by NMC/MCI or equivalent authority (Expected, but not mandatory).
3. Hands-on experience in molecular diagnostics.

Desirable

1. MD thesis in viral research.
2. Preferably 1 publication in virology.
3. Strong interest in working with high-risk pathogens under BSL-3 conditions.

Application

The subject in the email must contain: “Faculty Position at MIV, Manipal”

Eligible candidates may apply with a detailed application containing a covering letter, curriculum vitae with contact details of three referees, copies of certificates, and other supporting documents in a single PDF document on or before October 31, 2026 to jobs@manipal.edu.

For more details, visit:

Manipal Institute of Virology