"Senior Research Fellow"

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore is seeking a Senior Research Fellow for the 2025 academic calendar year. Eligible candidates may appear for the walk-in interview.

Post Date: 3rd September 2025

Hiring Organization: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore

Organization Profile: The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) had its genesis from establishment of an Agricultural School at Saidapet, Madras, Tamil Nadu, as early as 1868 and it was later relocated at Coimbatore. In 1920 it was affiliated to Madras University. TNAU assumed full responsibilities of Agricultural Education and Research and supported the State Agricultural Department by delivering research products. Till 1946, the Agricultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore, was the only Institute for Agricultural Education for the whole of South India. In 1958, it was recognized as a Post-graduate Centre leading to Masters and Doctoral degrees. The Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai was established in 1965. These two colleges formed the nucleus of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University while it was established in 1971.

Job Title: Senior Research Fellow

Name of the Scheme/Project: Harnessing the genomic potential of annatto (Bixaorellano) as a source of natural colorant

Name of the Employer: The Director, Centre for Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, TNAU, Coimbatore

Qualifications: Master’s Degree from Farm University M.Sc. (Agri.) in Plant Biotechnology / Plant Breeding and Genetics with four years bachelors degree from Farm University

Job Location: Coimbatore, Tamilnadu

Pay Scale:

• With NET: Rs.31,000/- P.M.
• Without NET: Rs.30,000/- P.M.

Apply Mode: Walk In

Date and Time: 10.09.2025, 09.00 a.m.

Venue: The Director (CPMB & B), TNAU, Coimbatore

Organization Address: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore – 641 003 Tamil Nadu

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