Technical Assistant Position in Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology (Master's Level) at BIRAC Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council in

The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) has announced a recruitment opportunity for the position of Technical Assistant in Delhi, India. This role is ideal for postgraduates in Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Industrial Biology, or related fields who are passionate about public health innovation and the application of AI in health. The Technical Assistant will work within the Grand Challenges India (GCI) initiative, a collaboration between the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, and the Gates Foundation, focusing on scalable solutions for pressing health and development challenges.

Key responsibilities include coordinating with professionals to support activities under various programmatic schemes, assisting in project management, supporting IT platforms, facilitating virtual meetings, and analyzing data for technical and analytical reports. The role also involves conducting literature reviews and supporting the preparation of presentations and documents. Applicants must have a master's degree in a relevant field, a certification in IT or Data Science, and at least two years of experience with research institutions, organizations, or start-ups. Desirable skills include IT platform management, research paper preparation, and statistical data analysis.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from ₹38,500 to ₹1,05,000 per month, based on qualifications and experience. The appointment is for three years or until the end of the project (June 2027), with possible renewal based on performance and project extension. This is an excellent opportunity for life science and biotechnology postgraduates to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment at one of India's premier biotech bodies.

Interested candidates should visit the official BIRAC or LinkedIn job post for complete details and submit their application before 30 January 2026. For more information and to apply, follow the provided links.