Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Kolkata has announced a walkin interview for two Project Linked Research Scientist positions (Category A & Category B) under an ICMR funded project in the Human Genetics Unit. The interview will be held on 30 July 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates with strong background in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, and Disease Genomics. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview.
ISI Kolkata Research Scientist Recruitment 2026 Notification
Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata will conduct a walk-in-interview on 30 July 2026 for recruitment of Project Linked Research Scientist I and Project Linked Research Scientist II (Non-medical) in the ICMR funded project titled “Response to 5-aza-2′-deoxycytidine (decitabine) therapy in activating fetal haemoglobin (HbF) among HbE/β-thalassemia patients: development of a machine learning based predictive model”.
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ISI Kolkata Research Scientist Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
For Category ‘A’ (Research Scientist I): Essential: First class P.G. degree (including integrated PG) in any branch of Biological Science OR Second class PG degree with Ph.D. in any branch of Biological Science. Desirable: At least three years research experience in molecular biology, handling clinical samples, nucleic acid isolation, disease genomics with relevant publications.
For Category ‘B’ (Research Scientist II): Essential: First class P.G. degree with 03 years research experience OR Second class PG degree with Ph.D. in any branch of Biological Science. Desirable: Experience in Molecular Biology, Disease Genomics, DNA Sequencing, handling clinical samples, Hemoglobinopathies, and Thalassaemia with relevant publications.
Age Limit
Pay Scale
How to Apply for ISI Kolkata Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates are required to attend the walk-in interview on 30 July 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at Human Genetics Unit, A.N. Kolmogorov Bhavan, Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata.
Candidates must bring:
- Signed Resume in English
- Covering letter addressed to Professor-in-Charge, Biological Sciences Division
- All original documents and self-attested photocopies
- Aadhaar / Voter / PAN Card
If the number of candidates exceeds 10, a screening test (MCQ) will be conducted.
Important Instructions
- Appointments are purely temporary and contractual.
- No claim for regular appointment or continuation in any other project.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The Institute reserves the right not to fill the positions.
- Candidates must produce medical fitness certificate at the time of joining.