Advertisement for the Post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at RKMVERI – May 2026
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI).
Project title: Understanding the structure-function relationship of unconventional G protein YchF in Klebsiella pneumoniae and role of it in bacterial virulence and stress adaptation.
Investigator: Dr. Arnab Basu (Principal Investigator), Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Science and Technology, School of Biological Sciences RKMVERI
Project summary: This project investigates the structure–function relationship of YchF, a conserved P-loop NTPase, in Klebsiella pneumonia to understand its role in stress adaptation. YchF exhibits both ATPase and GTPase activities, which are critical for regulating its conformational dynamics and interaction with cellular partners. The ATPase function is proposed to modulate stress-responsive pathways, while the GTPase activity is linked to translation control through ribosome association. By integrating structural biology, mutational analysis, and biochemical assays, the study aims to connect nucleotide hydrolysis with functional outcomes. Evolutionary analysis will identify conserved residues underlying these activities, and ribosome interaction studies will clarify how YchF coordinates adaptive responses under stress conditions.
Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Positions: 01
Essential Qualifications:
- MSc/MTech/MBBS/ any equivalent postgraduate qualification in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Molecular Biology/ allied subjects
- Preferable: Mathematics and/or Statistics at the +2 level
- Must have individual fellowship with NET CSIR/UGC/DBT or equivalent exam .
Desirable Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, Western blotting, cloning, etc.)
- Experience in bacterial culture
- Basic knowledge of microbiology, biochemistry
- Exposure to bioinformatics analysis will be an added advantage
Age Limit: 28 years (for General Category). Relaxation for reserved categories per Govt. of India rules.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should send their CV (including academic details, research experience, and contact information of referees) along with scanned copies of relevant certificates as a single PDF file with subject line: “Application for JRF” to the following emails on payment of Rs.500/-: Click here to make the payment online
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Selection Procedure:
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email
- Interview will be conducted in online/offline mode (dates to be notified later). No TA/DA will be provided for the interview
Note: The possibility of getting registered for PhD in the School of Biological Sciences of RKMVERI while being engaged in the above project is open to motivated and aspiring candidates. The decision of the University authorities is final in this regard.