SCTIMST Project Fellow Walk-in Form 2026
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) has announced recruitment for the post of Project Fellow on a temporary basis under the KSCSTE-funded project titled “Transcriptional manipulation of skeletal myoblast for generating functional exosomes for cardiac ischemia”. The recruitment is for 1 post.
The position is purely contractual and is initially offered for a period of one year. The engagement is likely to continue up to 4 January 2028 or until completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
SCTIMST Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology |
| Post Name | Project Fellow |
| Project | Transcriptional manipulation of skeletal myoblast for generating functional exosomes for cardiac ischemia |
| Project Number | P-5512 |
| Advertisement Number | R&P Cell/35/5512/SCTIMST/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 1 |
| Category | ST-1 |
| Monthly Emoluments | Rs. 32,560 |
| Nature of Appointment | Temporary, purely on contract |
| Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry in any branch.
In addition to the postgraduate qualification, candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience in cellular reprogramming, phenotypic characterization and molecular analysis.
Desirable Qualification and Experience
Experience in RNA profiling and in vivo studies is desirable for the Project Fellow position.
Job Responsibilities
The selected Project Fellow will work on research activities related to the isolation and multi-parametric characterization of exosomes from reprogrammed cells.
The project also involves exosomal miRNA profiling and its validation in a cardiac ischemia rat model. These responsibilities are directly connected with the research objectives of the project.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on 1 September 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Project Fellow | 1 |
The vacancy is reserved for ST candidates. In the absence of eligible ST candidates, eligible OBC candidates will be considered, followed by eligible UR candidates if suitable OBC candidates are also unavailable.
Salary Details
The Project Fellow will receive Rs. 32,560 per month as consolidated monthly emoluments.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview | 10 September 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Interview Time | 11:00 AM |
Walk-in Interview Venue
The walk-in interview will be conducted at the AMCHSS Building, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Science and Technology (SCTIMST), Medical College Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
Candidates are required to report at the Ground Floor of the AMCHSS Building at the prescribed reporting time.
Documents to Carry
Eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview with their bio-data, original certificates and copies of certificates supporting their age, educational qualification and experience.
ST candidates should carry a valid caste certificate in the prescribed format applicable for employment in Central Government Institutions. OBC candidates should carry a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate in the prescribed format where applicable.
Candidates whose required reservation documents are not valid in the prescribed format will not be considered against the reserved post.
Selection Process
Selection will be through a walk-in interview. Depending on the number of candidates appearing for the recruitment, SCTIMST may conduct a written test of qualifying nature for initial screening.
If a written test is conducted, only candidates who qualify in the screening test will be called for the interview. Marks obtained in such a qualifying written test will not be counted for the final ranking.
How to Apply
This recruitment is conducted through a walk-in interview rather than a regular online application process. Eligible candidates should attend the interview at the specified venue on 10 September 2026 and report by 10:00 AM with the required documents.
Candidates should check their eligibility carefully before attending the interview and carry both original certificates and the required copies for verification.