Vengala Rao Yenuganti

SRM University, AP is inviting applications for a Project Associate-I position under an ANRF-funded research project on milk-derived extracellular vesicles , gut microbiota , and cognitive development in mice . This is a strong opportunity for candidates interested in biotechnology , biochemistry , molecular biology , microbiology , genetics , metagenomics , RNA-seq , and animal handling . The project focuses on isolation and characterization of extracellular vesicles, behavioral studies in mice, and analysis of metagenomics/RNA-seq data pipelines. Eligibility: First Class Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Life Sciences, or related disciplines. CSIR-UGC NET/GATE qualification is preferred. Candidates with hands-on experience in extracellular vesicle biology, metagenomics/RNA-seq, animal handling, microbiology, or molecular biology will be preferred. Funding: ₹37,000 per month + HRA. Duration: 3 years. Age limit: 32 years. The announcement also notes a possible path to pursue a Ph.D. at SRM University, AP based on performance and institutional norms. How to apply: Send your detailed CV by email to Dr. Vengala Rao Yenuganti at [email protected] on or before 2026-07-10 . Use the subject line: Application for the Project Associate-I position in the ANRF project . Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview.

PhD studentship opportunity at SRM University-AP in the Department of Biological Sciences, led by Vengala Rao Yenuganti (Assistant Professor). The project focuses on extracellular vesicle biology and how extracellular vesicles function in pathophysiological conditions , with strong interdisciplinary training in molecular and cellular biology , stem cell biology , neurobiology , mammalian cell culture , animal experimentation , and molecular/biochemical techniques . This is a PhD studentship, not a postdoctoral or master's opening. The post specifies fellowship support: ₹36,000/month plus ₹20,000/year professional development grant for Years 1–2, and ₹41,000/month plus ₹30,000/year grant for Years 3–4. Eligibility highlights include a valid CSIR-UGC JRF , UGC-NET/JRF , or GATE . Preferred candidates are highly motivated, interested in biomedical research, and preferably experienced in stem cell culture , mammalian cell culture , molecular biology , or related biomedical research. The post encourages applicants willing to work with cell culture, stem cell models, and animal models. To apply, candidates should send their CV to [email protected] and consult the linked pages for more details. Deadline mentioned in the post: 15 September 2026 .