School of Biological Sciences, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI), Narendrapur Campus dedicated to teaching and advanced research in Medical Biotechnology, invites applications from outstanding students with strong academic records for the position of Research Fellow leading to a Ph.D. degree in the department of Biomedical Science and Technology for the academic year 2025-26.
Essential Qualification / Eligibility
- Students having an MSc/B.Tech. in Biotechnology or equivalent qualification in Life Sciences and allied subjects (Botany / Zoology / Physiology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Bioinformatics) with at least 60% marks.
- Candidates awaiting final results may also apply; however, if shortlisted, they have to produce their final mark sheet on the interview date, failing which they will not be allowed for the interview.
- The candidates should have qualified in CSIR-UGC/DBT/ICMR (JRF), or should have any other fellowship from Government sources (such as an INSPIRE awardee, or a fellowship from any sponsored project) at the time of application.
Interview Requirements
The CSIR-UGC/DBT/ICMR/INSPIRE NET awardee will have to appear for the interview and they should produce all the original testimonials during the interview.
Research Disciplines under the Faculties
Dr. Pushkar Malakar
Dr. Pushkar Malakar is a Ramanujan Fellow and Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Science and Technology, School of Biological Sciences, RKMVERI. His research interest is primarily focused on cancer biology. In particular his lab works on role of Long Noncoding RNAs in normal physiological and pathological conditions.
Research Topic:
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Role of Long Noncoding RNAs in normal physiological and pathological conditions.
Dr. Dipak Manna
Dipak Manna is a Ramalingaswami Fellow and Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Science and Technology, School of Biological Sciences, RKMVERI. His research interest is primarily focused on Parasitology/Infectious Disease and development of Diagnostics for Amoebic pathogen.
Research Topics:
- Development of Strip-Based Diagnostics for the Detection of Entamoeba and deadly Free-living Amebae.
- Characterization of mechanistic function of the encystation-specific transcription factor ERM-BP in Entamoeba and identifying drugs against Entamoeba cyst.
- Deciphering the molecular mechanism of metAP2 mediated drug target in deadly Free-Living Amoebae (FLA).
Dr. Arkadeb Dutta
Dr. Arkadeb Dutta is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biomedical Science and Technology, School of Biological Sciences, RKMVERI. His research interest is primarily in neural adaptation, neuroplasticity, and brain reorganization.
Research Topic:
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Brain reorganization and cognitive processing in chronic pain.
Brahmachari Somnath (Vedeshachaitanya)
Dr. Brahmachari Somnath is a Monastic faculty and Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Science and Technology, School of Biological Sciences, RKMVERI. His research interest is primarily focused on cancer biology.
Research Topic:
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Role of micro RNAs, circular RNAs, Noncoding RNAs and other molecular players in the development of drug-resistant Multiple Myeloma, one of the commonest forms of Blood cancer.
Important Dates
- Last date to apply (and pay the application fee): 16 June 2025 (Monday)
- Display of the list of candidates shortlisted for interview: 18 June 2025 (Wednesday)
- Date of interview: 25 June 2025 (Wednesday)
- Time and Venue: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm; RKMVERI, Narendrapur Campus
- The list of candidates selected for admission will be published on our website on 28 June 2025 (Saturday).
- The portal will be active between 28 June 2025 (Saturday) and 02 July 2025 (Wednesday) to pay the admission fees and complete the admission process.
- Commencement of the programme: 7 July 2025 (Monday)
How to Apply
- Registration: Click here to register online and follow instructions sent in the email to complete the application form.
- Pay Application Fee: Submit the INR 500 application fee online.
- Upload Documents: Upload necessary documents (photo, mark sheets, certificates etc.).
- Download Sumary & Receipt: Save the application summary and fee receipt after payment.
Admission and Course Fee
Admission process shall begin immediately after the announcement of results of the interview. Selected candidates may get admitted by paying the requisite fees as given in the page of fees structure: Academic Fees Structure
For any queries you may contact
- Academic queries:
- Dr. Pushkar Malakar: ,
- Dr. Dipak Manna: ,
- Dr. Arkadeb Dutta: ,
- For any technical query/issues (with online application, fee payment, etc.)
- Sourav Paul ()
- email: