Project Technical Support -II - ICMR NTM Project
Posted on: 25 Sep 2026
Job Summary:
The project aims to explore various techniques for laboratory diagnosis of Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) from pulmonary and extrapulmonary samples in patients presumptive of tuberculosis. This includes methods for speciation of NTM and their drug resistance. The study findings will help devise a workflow that can be adapted in the diagnostic work-up of such patients and make recommendations to the national TB elimination program.
Salary : Rs.26,000/- p.m
No of Vacancy : Two
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the day-to-day implementation and coordination of research and monitoring activities related to the project.
- Carry out participant recruitment, screening, enrolment, informed consent processes, sample collection, sample storage, and data entry in accordance with approved study protocols, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist/ Perform laboratory procedures related to the project, including but not limited to microscopy/staining, culture, drug susceptibility testing, and PCR-based assays.
- Manage the collection, documentation, storage, transportation, and tracking of study samples between participating sites and referral laboratories, ensuring compliance with biosafety standards, temperature requirements, and quality assurance protocols
- Manage project-related stock and inventory
Eligibility Criteria:
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree/ Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (BSc in Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences or related discipline may also apply)
Age Criteria : 30 Years
Experience : Experienced or a Fresher
- Must be oriented to the laboratory techniques mentioned in the section of the Job Description
- Must be familiar with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
- Desirable: Experience working on TB-related projects or in healthcare centers.
Preferred Language: English & Kannada (Essential) Telugu, Tamil and Hindi (Optional)
Tentative Date of Joining : 15th October 2026
To Apply: E-mail cover letter and curriculum vitae with 3 references (names and email addresses / phone numbers) by on or before 9th October 2026 to mamatha.v@stjohns.in & cc to hr@sjri.res.in