THSTI SiB Fellow Recruitment 2026

THSTI SiB Fellow Recruitment 2026

BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), Faridabad, an Institute of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has invited applications for the post of SIB (Biodesign) Fellow under the “Inter-Institutional School of Diagnostic Innovation in Bio-design (SIB)” fellowship programme. The last date for receipt of online applications is 23 September 2026.

THSTI SiB Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Understanding BRIC-THSTI’s Institutional Structure

BRIC-THSTI operates under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), an umbrella body of the Department of Biotechnology that consolidates several premier biotechnology research institutes across India under a common governance structure. As part of the interdisciplinary NCR Biotech Science Cluster in Faridabad, THSTI benefits from close proximity to other biotechnology research institutions, offering SiB Fellows additional networking and collaboration opportunities beyond the immediate SiB programme partners.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold one of the following essential qualifications:

• Science: M.Sc./Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences/Chemistry or related field from a recognized university.
• Engineering: B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. from a recognized university.
• Medicine: MBBS/BDS/BVSc from a recognized university.
• Design: Master’s in Product or Industrial Design from a recognized university.
• Business: MBA with a background in Life Science/Engineering.

Desirable: Candidates with involvement in innovation/design or social entrepreneurship or social empowerment using science or technology are particularly encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong interest in innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial mindset.

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Application Fee

How to Apply

1. Keep the following documents ready in PDF format (except photo/signature): passport-size photo and signature, comprehensive CV, Matriculation and Intermediate certificates, Graduation/Diploma and Post-Graduation certificates, PhD certificate (if applicable), relevant experience certificates, and Caste/Disability certificate (if applicable).
2. Apply online at the Institute’s website – applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
3. Step 1: Fill in applicant details. Step 2: Upload documents. Step 3: Pay the application fee via Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking/UPI. Step 4: Submit the application form.
4. Ensure your application is submitted on or before 23 September 2026.
5. Note the auto-generated reference number sent to your email upon successful submission, and keep a printout of the application form.

Selection Process

• Applications will be screened based on the eligibility criteria and the content of the “Statement of Purpose” (to be uploaded online with the application).
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an in-person interview at THSTI, Faridabad.
• Names of shortlisted candidates will be announced on the THSTI website; interview dates will be announced later.
• Final selection is based on the applicant’s performance during the interview.

Terms and Conditions

• These are short-term positions; extension is subject to satisfactory performance and the tenure of the project. Selected candidates have no claim for regularization of employment.
• Closing date of the online application is the crucial date for determining eligibility with regard to age, qualification, and experience.
• Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC; PwBD – 10 years (UR), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST); 5 years for Central Government servants; Ex-Servicemen get relaxation equal to service rendered plus 3 years.
• All results/notifications will be published only on the THSTI website; all communications will be made only through email.
• The number of vacancies indicated may change subject to actual requirement at the time of selection.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.

About the SIB Fellowship Programme

The School of Diagnostic Innovation in Biodesign (SiB) has been established at THSTI by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, in collaboration with leading institutions including the Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IITM), Christian Medical College-Vellore, PGI-Chandigarh, and Venture Centre-Pune. The programme’s focus is on medtech innovations for developing affordable and accessible medical diagnostic technologies, and has been a highly successful DBT flagship programme, having led to the development of more than 35 medtech products and 20 startups to date.

Why SIB Fellows Gain Uniquely Broad Exposure

Fellows selected for this programme will be exposed to all aspects of diagnostic development – from validation and commercialization to actual clinical use – through training in clinical immersion, product innovation, and entrepreneurship, offered in collaboration with premier institutions across multiple cities. Given the multidisciplinary eligibility, spanning Science, Engineering, Medicine, Design, and Business backgrounds, this fellowship is designed to build cross-functional teams of innovators rather than recruiting from a single academic discipline.

Understanding the National “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat” Objective

The programme explicitly aims to enable India to attain its goal of self-reliance (“Aatma Nirbhar Bharat”) in the diagnostics domain, meaning selected Fellows are expected to eventually provide niche skills that reduce India’s dependence on imported diagnostic technologies. Candidates motivated by translating research into real-world, socially impactful medical products, rather than pursuing a purely academic research career, are likely to find this fellowship particularly well-aligned with their interests.

Why the Statement of Purpose Carries Significant Weight

Since the notice explicitly states that screening is based on both eligibility criteria and the content of the Statement of Purpose uploaded with the application, candidates should invest real thought into articulating their specific interest in diagnostic innovation, any prior exposure to entrepreneurship or design thinking, and how their particular academic or professional background (whether in Science, Engineering, Medicine, Design, or Business) equips them to contribute to a multidisciplinary Biodesign team, rather than treating this as a routine formality.

THSTI’s Broader Research Ecosystem

Beyond the SiB fellowship, THSTI has built an extensive research infrastructure spanning centres for Maternal and Child Health, Virus Research, Tuberculosis Research, Microbial Research, Immunobiology and Immunotherapy, Drug Discovery, and Bio-design and Diagnostics, supported by facilities like a Biosafety Level-3 Lab and a Vaccine Design and Development Facility. Selected SiB Fellows will be working within this broader ecosystem at the NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, gaining exposure to one of India’s most concentrated hubs of translational health research.

Long-Term Career Value of the SiB Fellowship

Given that the SiB programme has already contributed to more than 35 medtech products and 20 startups since its inception, Fellows joining this cohort become part of a track record of tangible innovation outcomes, which can meaningfully strengthen future career prospects whether in the medtech startup ecosystem, established diagnostics companies, or further academic research in biomedical engineering and translational health sciences.

Final Word

Eligible candidates from Science, Engineering, Medicine, Design, or Business backgrounds interested in the SIB (Biodesign) Fellow position should apply online at the THSTI website with all required documents and the applicable fee, on or before 23 September 2026.

Preparing Your Application Given the Multidisciplinary Eligibility

Since eligibility extends across five distinct academic backgrounds, Science, Engineering, Medicine, Design, and Business, candidates should clearly connect their specific qualification pathway to the fellowship’s diagnostic innovation focus in their application, rather than assuming their eligibility alone is sufficient. For instance, an MBA applicant should articulate how their Life Science or Engineering background supports a role in diagnostic product development, while a Design graduate should highlight relevant coursework or projects connecting product design to healthcare or medical device applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What post is advertised by THSTI?

SIB (Biodesign) Fellow, under the Inter-Institutional School of Diagnostic Innovation in Bio-design programme.

2. What is the last date to apply?

23 September 2026.

3. How many vacancies are there?

4 posts.

4. What is the monthly stipend?

Rs. 60,000, consolidated.

5. What is the age limit?

35 years (with applicable relaxations for reserved categories).

6. What is the essential qualification?

M.Sc./Ph.D. in Life Sciences/Chemistry, or B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech., or MBBS/BDS/BVSc, or Master’s in Product/Industrial Design, or MBA with Science/Engineering background.

7. What is the application fee?

Rs. 590 (UR/OBC/EWS) or Rs. 118 (SC/ST/Women/PwBD).

8. How do I apply?

Online at the THSTI website; no other mode is accepted.

9. What is the selection process?

Screening based on eligibility and Statement of Purpose, followed by an in-person interview at THSTI, Faridabad.

10. Is this a permanent position?

No, it is a short-term position with no claim to regularization.

11. Who is the Principal Investigator?

Prof. G. Karthikeyan.

12. What documents are required?

Photo, signature, CV, Matriculation/Intermediate/Graduation/PG certificates, PhD certificate (if applicable), experience certificates, and Caste/Disability certificate (if applicable).

13. Whom do I contact for application difficulties?

Email personnel@thsti.res.in with a screenshot of the error.

14. Can the number of vacancies change?

Yes, subject to actual requirement at the time of selection.

15. Who signs this notification?

Head-Administration, THSTI, Faridabad.