RCB Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Field Worker, Senior Research Fellow Posts
Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad, is filling one Field Worker position (Rs.18000/- + 27% HRA per month, Graduate Degree in any discipline, age limit 50 Years) and one Senior Research Fellow position (Rs. 42000/- + 27% HRA per month) on the project "Mechanistic studies SUMOylation and Salmonella intracellular pathogenesis". The duration is 10 months from November 2026 or till the duration of the project end date. Apply online by 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM; the online interview is on 23 November 2026 from 10:00 AM onwards.
RCB Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Regional Centre for Biotechnology |
| Advertisement No. | 42/Project/2026/HR |
| Project (title as printed) | Mechanistic studies SUMOylation and Salmonella intracellular pathogenesis |
| Tenure | 10 months from November 2026 or till the duration of the project end date |
| Post Name(s) | Field Worker; Senior Research Fellow |
| Vacancies | 2 (one Field Worker, one Senior Research Fellow) |
| Pay | Field Worker: Rs.18000/- + 27% HRA per month; Senior Research Fellow: Rs. 42000/- + 27% HRA per month |
| Age Limit | Field Worker: 50 Years |
| Job Location | Faridabad (Haryana), the address of the Centre as printed in the notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or an age limit for the Senior Research Fellow post.
About RCB
Regional Centre for Biotechnology is located at 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurgaon Expressway, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, Haryana. These two positions are for a research project whose Principal Investigator is Dr. C.V. Srikanth, Professor.
Vacancy Details
The notice announces one position for each post, 2 in total.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Field Worker | 1 | Rs.18000/- + 27% HRA per month |
| Senior Research Fellow | 1 | Rs. 42000/- + 27% HRA per month |
| Total | 2 |
Who Can Apply
| Post | Essential Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Field Worker | Graduate Degree in any discipline | 50 Years |
| Senior Research Fellow | Post Graduate degree in Basic Science or Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in professional courses, selected through a process described below | Not specified in the notice |
Field Worker
Essential: Graduate Degree in any discipline. Desirable qualifications are listed below.
- Overall good academic background with research experience of handling biological specimen.
- Prior research experience (experimental exposure as a part of research project or dissertation) in the field of gut inflammation.
- Experience in handling Salmonella related work and conducting experiments related to gut inflammation.
- Experience in microbial and molecular biology techniques, gene cloning, confocal microscopy, mass-spectrometry etc.
Senior Research Fellow
Essential: Post Graduate degree in Basic Science or Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in professional courses selected through a process described through any one of the following:
- Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- The selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER etc. Research experience of minimum 2 years.
Desirable: overall good academic background with prior research experience (research experience of minimum 2 years) in relevant field, as detailed below.
- Experience in the area of working in Post translational modification (PTM), specifically SUMOylation.
- Experienced in handling cell lines.
- Experience in inflammation related assays and gut inflammation.
- Experience in handling molecular microbiology assays.
- Experience in molecular biology techniques, gene cloning, confocal microscopy, mass-spectrometry etc.
Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility of each post.
Pay and Tenure
The Field Worker is paid Rs.18000/- plus 27% HRA per month, and the Senior Research Fellow Rs. 42000/- plus 27% HRA per month. The notice lists these as emoluments. The project runs for 10 months from November 2026 or till the duration of the project end date.
How to Apply for RCB Recruitment 2026
- Use the online application link given in the notice and apply by 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Upload all relevant certificates before the due date along with the filled application form.
- Wait for an email from RCB if shortlisted, asking you to appear in the online interview.
Documents named in the notice
- All relevant certificates
- Filled application form
Selection and Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email to appear in the online interview, to be held at 10:00 AM onwards on 23 November 2026. The notice does not describe any other stage.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply online | 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Online interview | 23 November 2026, 10:00 AM onwards |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Advt. No. 42/Project/2026/HR |
| Official Website | Official website of Regional Centre for Biotechnology |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are there in RCB Recruitment 2026?
There are 2 positions: one Field Worker and one Senior Research Fellow, on the project "Mechanistic studies SUMOylation and Salmonella intracellular pathogenesis".
What is the last date to apply for the RCB Field Worker and Senior Research Fellow posts?
The last date to apply online is 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
What is the qualification for the Field Worker post at RCB?
The essential qualification is a Graduate Degree in any discipline. Research experience of handling biological specimen and experience in gut inflammation work are listed as desirable.
What is the qualification for the Senior Research Fellow post at RCB?
A Post Graduate degree in Basic Science, or a Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in professional courses, selected through CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship) and GATE or national level examinations conducted by Central Government departments and their agencies and institutions.
What is the age limit for the RCB Field Worker post?
The age limit for the Field Worker post is 50 Years.
What is the salary for the RCB project posts?
The Field Worker gets Rs.18000/- per month and the Senior Research Fellow gets Rs. 42000/- per month, each plus 27% HRA.
Is HRA paid on top of the pay for these RCB posts?
Yes, the notice lists the emoluments as Rs.18000/- + 27% HRA per month for the Field Worker and Rs. 42000/- + 27% HRA per month for the Senior Research Fellow.
How can I apply for RCB Recruitment 2026?
Apply online by 16 November 2026, 5:00 PM, and upload all relevant certificates before the due date along with the filled application form.
When is the RCB interview?
The online interview is on 23 November 2026 from 10:00 AM onwards. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.
How long is the RCB project engagement?
The duration is 10 months from November 2026 or till the duration of the project end date.