Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate vacancies at Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ)

Ajmer (Rajasthan)
Apply By: 15 May 2026

Job Description

Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for multiple posts on fixed-term basis under various research projects. The positions include Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Project Research Assistant, and Field Investigator.

The project descriptions involve areas such as microalgae-powered biomanufacturing for carbon capture and nutraceutical aquafeed production, on-site detection of heavy metal ions and PFAS in drinking water, and documentation and preservation of Bhojpuri Folk Literature for ecological awareness.

Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate vacancies at Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) Overview
End Date
15 May 2026
Salary
Rs 37,000/- pm (consolidated) + HRA (as per DBT rules) for JRF, Rs 58,000/- pm (consolidated) + HRA (as per DBT rules) for RA, Rs 58,000/- pm (consolidated) + HRA (as per DBT rules) for RA, Rs. 42,000/- per month for RA, Rs 37,000/- per month for PRA, Rs 20,000/- per month for FI
Vacancies
5
Eligibility
Master's degree in relevant branch of Science/Technology or equivalent with CGPA not below 6.5 on 10-point scale or 60% marks; must have cleared UGC/CSIR-NET, GATE, or any national-level exam (DBT, DST, ICAR, ICMR, DAE, MHRD, DRDO, IIT, IISER etc.); relevant hands-on laboratory experience in microalgae biomass, biocatalysis, molecular biology, biochemistry. Ph.D. degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Science with research experience in Industrial Microbiology/Biotechnology. Ph.D. in Electrochemistry/Nanotechnology. Postgraduate in any Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks. Graduate in any Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks.

Vacancy Details

  • Junior Research Fellow (JRF) : 01 Post
  • Research Associate (RA) : 01 Post
  • Research Associate (Department of Chemistry) : 01 Post
  • Project Research Assistant : 01 Post
  • Field Investigator : 01 Post

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications in the prescribed format, providing complete details and necessary enclosures. Self‑attested scanned copies of certificates, documents, degrees, and awards, together with the latest Curriculum Vitae (CV), must be compiled into a single PDF file.

For JRF/RA (Microbiology): Email to Prof. Pradeep Verma at pradeepverma@curaj.ac.in.

For RA (Chemistry): Email to Dr. Pankaj Gupta at pankaj.gupta@curraj.ac.in.

For PRA/FI: Email to Dr. Dhananjay Kumar Tiwari at dhananjay.tiwari@curaj.ac.in with the subject line “Application for Project Research Assistant / Field Investigator.”

Application Fee

Nil (No fee is required to be paid)

Age Limit

No upper age limit

Selection Process

Candidates will first be shortlisted on the basis of their academic qualifications, and the final selection will be determined through interviews conducted thereafter. Shortlisted candidates will be informed only through email or mobile communication; no separate letter will be issued.

Organization

Name: Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ)

Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for multiple posts on fixed-term basis under various research projects. The positions include Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Project Research Assistant, and Field Investigator.

The project descriptions involve areas such as microalgae-powered biomanufacturing for carbon capture and nutraceutical aquafeed production, on-site detection of heavy metal ions and PFAS in drinking water, and documentation and preservation of Bhojpuri Folk Literature for ecological awareness.

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