Project Associate-I

Job Details Position: Project Associate-IInstitution: Presidency University, Institute of Health SciencesProject Title: Molecular mechanisms underlying the role of PHF6 in neural development: Implications in Brjeson-Forssman-Lehmann SyndromeDate of Interview: 14 August 2026 (in-person)Venue: Tower 2, Institute of Health Sciences, Presidency University, Kolkata, West Bengal, IndiaApplication Deadline: 12 August 2026, 5 PMDuration of Project: Three yearsTenure of Assignment: Until 31 March 2027, extendable based on performanceFellowship/Salary: Rs. 31,000 + Rs. 8,370 (27% HRA) = Rs. 39,370 per monthNote: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. All terms & conditions will follow DBT and Presidency University guidelines.How to Apply Interested candidates must email their CV, a 250-word research statement, and contact details of a referee to mayukh.ihs@presiuniv.ac.in.Minimum Educational Qualifications MSc/MS/BS-MS or equivalent in any branches of Biology with at least 60% marks.Qualification in National Eligibility Test (NET) or equivalent exams (BET/GATE as referenced).Desirable Qualifications Experience in animal handling, primary cell culture, and molecular biology techniques.Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and good communication skills.Job Description The Project Associate will investigate the mechanistic roles of PHF6 and novel chromatin modifiers in regulating the epigenetic landscape during neural development, aiming to uncover the molecular etiology underlying Brjeson-Forssman-Lehmann Syndrome (BFLS). The position offers hands-on research experience in neural development, molecular biology, epigenetics, and rare genetic disorders, and provides an opportunity to enroll for a Ph.D. Key Responsibilities Design and execute experimental workflows to elucidate how PHF6 and associated chromatin modifiers regulate neural epigenetics.Author and contribute to manuscripts for publication in high-impact journals.Establish collaborative research links with partner laboratories.Conduct in vivo studies and molecular biology assays across multiple facilities. .