PhD positions

Our research group at CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) actively invites applications from highly motivated master’s graduates holding CSIR-JRF or other equivalent fellowships, such as DST-INSPIRE, industry sponsorship, etc., to pursue a PhD in one of the following areas:

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• Peptide research involving organic synthesis

• AI/ML tools for peptide research

• NMR methodology development and applications

• Honey research

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Selected candidates will receive rigorous training in advanced peptide synthesis and related methodology development, molecular characterization, NMR spectroscopy, and interdisciplinary research methodologies, within an active, collaborative, and research-driven environment.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to approach and discuss their research interests directly with Dr. Udaya Kiran Marelli or any member of the research group.

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To apply, please send your CV along with a brief statement of research interest to m.udayakiran.ncl@csir.res.in.

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Project Assistant positions
 

We recruit project assistants against specific funded projects. These positions are advertised on the official CSIR-NCL recruitment portal https://jobs.ncl.res.in/ and also on my LinkedIn profile. Prospective applicants are encouraged to regularly visit the CSIR-NCL jobs portal for project-based opportunities, not only within our research group but across CSIR-NCL.

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Internship/Dissertation positions
 

We can accommodate a limited number of internship or dissertation students per semester. Preference is given to candidates who can commit to a minimum duration of four months.

Interested students may apply by sending their CV along with a brief statement of research interest to m.udayakiran.ncl@csir.res.in.