The School of Biosciences (SBS), Chanakya University invites applications from qualified, motivated, and technically proficient candidates for the position of Scientific Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day operation, maintenance, and routine handling of advanced instruments and laboratory facilities, including confocal microscope, flow cytometer, ITC, mass spectrometer, fluorescence microscope, and other bioscience laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine instrument checks, calibration, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues related to the operation and functioning of laboratory instruments, and coordinate with service engineers/vendors when required.
• Maintain appropriate records, logbooks, and documentation related to instrument usage, maintenance, and servicing.
• Assist faculty, and research scholars, in the proper and safe use of laboratory instruments.
• Conduct short demonstration, orientation, and hands-on training sessions for students and researchers on instrument operation and laboratory practices.

Qualifications

Essential Qualification:

• Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related discipline.

OR

• M.Tech./M.E. in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, with at least one year of relevant hands-on experience in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced biological/biomedical laboratory instruments.

Desirable:

• Candidates with hands-on experience in confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, ITC, mass spectrometry, or other advanced bioscience instrumentation will be preferred.
• Prior experience in an academic, research, diagnostic, or R&D laboratory involving routine instrument operation and maintenance will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

• Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV (including the names and contact details of at least 3 referees) to sbs@chanakyauniversity.edu.in on/before 3rd September 2026.
• Applicants should clearly mention “Application for the post of Scientific Officer” in the subject line of the email.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process.