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

- 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

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
- Must be familiar with Positive 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 [email protected] & cc to [email protected]

📌 Project Technical Support -II - ICMR NTM Project (Bengaluru)
🏢 MHA- Masters in Hospital Administration - St. John's Medical College, Bengaluru.
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