PhD Position – Membrane Biology and Bottom-Up Biology
Location: CSIR-NIIST, Thiruvananthapuram, India
Application deadline: 15 October 2026
Duration: Typically 3–5 years
A PhD position is available in the Membrane Biology Lab at the CSIR-NIIST. The research group investigates how membranes, condensates and molecular interactions can be engineered to create new biomimetic systems.
Research interests:
- Membrane biology and biophysics
- Synthetic condensates and phase separation
- Synthetic cells and tissues
- Bottom-up biology and membrane engineering
Applicants should fulfil the eligibility and admission requirements prescribed by AcSIR for the PhD programme.
Interested candidates are encouraged to explore the Membrane Biology Lab and email their application/enquiry to Harsha Bajaj.