University of Madras Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The University of Madras is hiring 1 Project Assistant at its National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Guindy Campus, Chennai. If you have an M.Sc. or M.Tech in Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, or Microbiology with at least 60% marks, you can apply offline. The fellowship pays Rs. 25,000 per month for a period of 3 years. The last date to send your application is 6 May 2026. Selected candidates will also have the opportunity to register for a Ph.D. programme at the centre.

University of Madras Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

University of Madras (UNOM), one of the oldest universities in India, has invited applications for the post of Project Assistant at its National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (NCNN), Guindy Campus, Chennai. The position is under a CMRG-funded research project titled "Self-assembled hemagglutinin mimetic peptide spike nanovaccine for cross-protective immunity against pneumonia", supervised by Dr. M. Jeyaraj, Assistant Professor. This is a purely temporary, project-based appointment co-terminus with the project duration of three years. If you are a science postgraduate looking to grow in cutting-edge nanoscience research and even pursue a PhD, this is a great opportunity.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• You need an M.Sc. or M.Tech in any of these subjects: Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, or Microbiology
• You must have a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent CGPA in your Master's degree
• You must have a consistently good academic record
• Final year students of M.Sc./M.Tech are also eligible to apply

Desirable (Preferred) Skills

• Hands-on experience in Nanomaterial Synthesis
• Experience in Cell Culture techniques
• Familiarity with Immunological Assay techniques

Salary

• Fellowship: Rs. 25,000 per month (consolidated)
• Fellowship period: 3 years
• Note: This is a project-based consolidated fellowship, not a regular pay-scale post

Selection Process

Selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Shortlisting: Applications will be reviewed and eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on academic record and relevant experience
2. Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview. Interview details will be communicated via email

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official notification PDF at unom.ac.in
2. Fill in the application form completely with all your academic and personal details
3. Attach attested copies of all academic certificates and mark sheets
4. Send the hard copy via post or courier to: Dr. M. Jeyaraj, Assistant Professor, National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai - 600025
5. Also send a soft copy of the complete application as a single PDF file by email to jeyarajnano@gmail.com
6. In the email subject line, write: "Application for Project Assistant - CMRG Project"
7. Make sure your application reaches before 6 May 2026

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 23 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 6 May 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (communicated by email to shortlisted candidates)

• Assist in research activities related to nanovaccine synthesis and characterisation under the CMRG project
• Handle nanomaterial synthesis experiments as directed by the Principal Investigator
• Conduct cell culture procedures following established lab protocols and safety guidelines
• Perform immunological assay techniques and record observations accurately
• Maintain lab records, data logs, and experimental notebooks in an organised manner
• Prepare samples, reagents, and equipment required for daily research work
• Report experimental findings and assist in writing project reports and research publications