CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) invites eligible candidates for a walk-in interview for the engagement of Project Staff under various research projects. This is a great opportunity for qualified individuals to be part of cutting-edge research in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields. If you’re passionate about science and innovation, we encourage you to apply for the following positions.
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Date of Interview: 31st January 2025, from 09:00 AM onwards
Venue: CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow
Available Positions & Details
1. Project Associate-I (01 Position)
- Qualifications: Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, or Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Stipend:
- Rs. 37,000/- + 16% HRA per month (with NET (LS)/GATE)
- Rs. 30,000/- + 16% HRA per month (without NET)
2. Project Associate (PAT-1) (04 Positions)
- Qualifications: Master’s in Chemical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry
- Stipend: Rs. 25,000/- + 20% HRA per month
3. Project Associate (PAT-1) (01 Position)
- Qualifications: Master’s in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, or Allied Biological Science
- Stipend:
- Rs. 31,000/- + 18% HRA per month (with NET (LS)/GATE)
- Rs. 25,000/- + 18% HRA per month (without NET)
4. Project Associate-I (01 Position)
- Qualifications: Master’s in Life Sciences or Allied Life Sciences
- Stipend:
- Rs. 37,000/- + 20% HRA per month (with NET (LS)/GATE)
- Rs. 30,000/- + 20% HRA per month (without NET)
5. Senior-PAT (01 Position)
- Qualifications: Master’s in Life Sciences with 3 years of experience in Research and Development (R&D)
- Stipend: Rs. 42,000/- + 18% HRA per month
6. Project Scientist-I (01 Position)
- Qualifications: Doctoral Degree in Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, or Pharmacoinformatics
- Stipend: Rs. 56,000/- + 16% HRA per month, with 5% increment every 2 years of experience in the same project

Ph.D. Registration Policy
The project personnel may be allowed to register for a higher degree (Ph.D.), subject to the conditions of the Institute’s policy, including the duration of the project and without financial obligation to CSIR.
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