Junior Research Fellow: Parkinson’s Disease Neuroprotection
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
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Junior Research Fellow vacancy in the Cure Parkinson’s UK project investigating metabolic dysregulation in Parkinson’s disease. This early-career role offers experimental research experience in cell culture, immunohistochemistry, mouse studies and molecular biology. Candidates interested in pursuing the institute’s PhD programme are particularly encouraged. The advertised tenure is three years, with an initial six-month appointment and continuation subject to satisfactory performance.
Availability from 1 November 2026 is required; support is INR 31,000 plus housing allowance, with an advertised third-year upgrade.
Requirements
First-class postgraduate degree in biological sciences from a recognized university; advertised age limit 35. Relevant laboratory experience and meeting IISER’s PhD-entry eligibility are desirable. Follow the official email route with a CV, statement of purpose, degree and marks certificates, eligibility-test or research-experience evidence, and referees’ contact details. PhD admission is a separate requirement, not guaranteed by this vacancy.
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