Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Technical Assistant. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!
Last Date: Fri Jan 30 2026
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Vacancy Ref. No: BIRAC/PMU/VAC/165/Jan-2026
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is a not-for-profit Public Sector Enterprise set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. BIRAC acts as an implementation agency for the Grand Challenges India Program through its Program Management Unit (PMU), established under a strategic partnership with the Gates Foundation.
This collaboration aims to drive mission-directed research and promote innovations that can transform the health and development landscape in India and other countries facing similar challenges.
| Position Name | Technical Assistant |
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| Position Code | TA-02 |
| Number of Vacancies | 02 (Two) |
| Employment Type | Contract for Service (Initially for 3 years or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier) |
| Project Duration | Up to June 2027 (renewable based on project extension and satisfactory performance) |
| Remuneration | ₹38,500 – ₹1,05,000 per month (lump sum, depending on experience and qualifications) |
| Location | New Delhi, Delhi, India |
| Office Address | 5th Floor, NSIC Business Park, NSIC Bhawan, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi – 110020 |
The Technical Assistant will provide comprehensive technical, scientific, and programmatic support for the Grand Challenges India initiative. The role emphasizes supporting the grant lifecycle, ensuring scientific rigor, and facilitating smooth coordination between applicants, reviewers, and stakeholders.
| Educational Qualification | Master’s degree in Life Sciences (e.g., Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Public Health) or a related field. |
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| Experience | At least two years of post-qualification experience in a research environment, grant administration, or program support role within a scientific organization, university, or non-profit foundation. |
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| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years as on the closing date of application (30 January 2025). |
Interested and eligible candidates should send their applications as per the prescribed format. Employees of Central or State Governments or CPSEs are required to forward their applications through proper channel in a sealed envelope to the address below:
Head [Human Resource & Administration]For any queries, applicants may contact via email at: vacancy.birac@nic.in
No specific reservation details have been provided. However, BIRAC reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel vacancies based on organizational requirements.
No application fee information is mentioned in the notification.
The selection process may include screening and interviews. The final decision of BIRAC shall be binding on all applicants.
For any clarification regarding the application or recruitment process, candidates may write to vacancy.birac@nic.in.
The number of vacancies may increase, decrease, or be cancelled at the discretion of BIRAC. The appointment is purely on a contractual basis and renewal will depend on the project’s continuation and satisfactory performance.
Notwithstanding anything contained herein or elsewhere, decisions taken by BIRAC shall be final and binding upon all concerned.
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