Sharada Ramasubramanyan

The Medical Research Foundation (MRF), Chennai is inviting applications for a Research Associate (RA) position in a funded extramural research project focused on ocular research, molecular biology, and translational therapeutics. The project, titled 'Development of RNA-Binding Proteins Derived Peptide (RBpep) Loaded Hydrogels as Topical Therapy for Corneal Scarring and Fibrosis,' aims to advance therapeutic strategies for corneal diseases using biomaterials and molecular approaches. The position is supervised by Dr. Sudhir R R (Deputy Director – Cornea Services) and Dr. Sharada Ramasubramanyan (Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology) at MRF. The successful candidate will work at the interface of ocular biology, biomaterials, and translational medicine, contributing to both experimental and analytical aspects of the project. Eligibility requires a PhD or MBBS, or an ME/MTech/MPharm/MVSc degree with at least 3 years of R&D experience. Candidates must have a strong background in cell and molecular biology, with mandatory experience in ocular research. Desirable skills include primary ocular cell culture, handling clinical samples, big-data/in silico analysis, a strong publication record, and experience in preparing progress reports and manuscripts. The position offers a consolidated salary of ₹50,000 per month for two years. Interested candidates should send a detailed CV to [email protected] by 31 December 2025. The official advertisement and further details are available via the provided links. This opportunity is ideal for researchers seeking to contribute to cutting-edge translational research in ocular biology and biomaterials at a leading Indian medical research institution.