Research Associate

Project Title

Evaluating the Regenerative Potential of Mesenchymal Stem Cells in 3D Scaffolds: A Preclinical Perspective

Funding Agency

Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India

Work Location

School of Electrical Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Manipal

Position

Research Associate

Job Code

DBT Project: Application for Research Associate, SEE, MIT

Eligibility

• PhD in Science or Engineering with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record.
• Research experience in stem cell culture or tissue engineering is preferred.

• Knowledge of cell culture techniques, MSC characterisation and 3D scaffold-based culture.

• Experience with preclinical animal models and histological analysis.

• Experience with molecular techniques, including RT-PCR, transcriptomics and proteomics, is preferred.

• Publications in peer-reviewed journals are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the project evaluating the regenerative potential of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) seeded on 3D scaffolds in preclinical models.

• Isolate, culture, expand and characterise mesenchymal stem cells.

• Seed cells on 3D scaffolds and assess cell viability, proliferation and differentiation.

• Conduct in-vitro assays, animal handling, surgical procedures, histology and imaging, as required by the project.

• Analyse data and assist in preparing project reports and manuscripts.

Remuneration

Rs. 63,220/- per month (Rs.58,000 + 9% HRA)

Tenure

Initially one year, extendable for 2 years based on performance and project requirements.

Candidates possessing the requisite qualification may send their detailed CV and documents in support of qualification and experience to jobs.research@manipal.edu

Application Deadline

17 November 2026