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Analytical Chemist

Chemical Sciences & Laboratory Analysis

Uses advanced chemical instrumentation to determine the exact composition, purity, and safety of pharmaceutical drugs and chemical substances....

Salary: ₹3.8 - ₹10 LPA (Indicative range)
Qualification: Postgraduate (M.Sc in Analytical Chemistry / Chemistry)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM / PCB)
HPLC Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Method Validation (ICH Guidelines) +4 more
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Biotechnologist

Biological & Life Sciences

Uses biological systems, cellular processes, and genetic engineering to develop medical drugs, agricultural crops, and industrial enzymes....

Salary: ₹4 - ₹12 LPA (Indicative range)
Qualification: Undergraduate (B.Tech in Biotechnology / B.Sc Biotechnology)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCB / PCM)
Recombinant DNA Technology Cell Culture Protein Purification (FPLC/HPLC) +4 more
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Geologist & Earth Scientist

Geosciences & Earth Resources

Studies earth processes, rock formations, tectonic plates, and locates underground mineral, oil, and groundwater resources....

Salary: ₹7 - ₹16 LPA (Official Central Government Pay Level 10 Basic ₹56,100 + DA + Field Hardship Allowances)
Qualification: Postgraduate (M.Sc in Applied Geology / Geology)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM / PCB)
Geological Field Mapping Petrology Stratigraphy +4 more
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Mathematician & Mathematical Modeler

Pure & Applied Mathematics

Researches fundamental mathematical theories and develops complex quantitative models for technology, finance, and cryptography....

Salary: ₹8 - ₹25 LPA (Academic scales / substantially higher ₹30 - 80+ LPA in Quantitative Finance)
Qualification: Doctorate (Ph.D. in Mathematics)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM) with Mathematics
Abstract Algebra Real & Complex Analysis Differential Equations +5 more
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Microbiologist

Biological & Microbial Sciences

Studies microscopic organisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and algae to treat infectious diseases and produce bioproducts....

Salary: ₹3.8 - ₹10 LPA (Indicative range)
Qualification: Postgraduate (M.Sc in Microbiology / Medical Microbiology)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCB)
Microbial Culturing Gram Staining Sterility Testing +4 more
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Pure Mathematics Researcher & Number Theorist

Pure Mathematics & Theoretical Research

Researches abstract mathematical structures, prime number theory, algebraic geometry, and cryptographic algorithms....

Salary: ₹8.0 - ₹20.0+ LPA (Indicative range)
Qualification: Postgraduate (M.Sc / Integrated M.Sc in Mathematics -> Ph.D. in Pure Mathematics)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM) with intense love for Mathematics
Rigorous Mathematical Proof Abstract Algebra (Groups Rings +6 more
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Research Scientist (Physics)

Physical Sciences & Fundamental Research

Conducts theoretical and experimental research into the fundamental laws governing matter, energy, quantum mechanics, and the universe....

Salary: ₹7 - ₹18 LPA (Official 7th CPC Scientist grades / UGC Assistant Professor pay scales)
Qualification: Doctorate (Ph.D. in Physics)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM)
Quantum Mechanics Statistical Physics Electrodynamics +4 more
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Space Scientist / Astrophysicist

Astronomy, Astrophysics & Space Science

Investigates celestial bodies, galaxies, black holes, gravitational waves, and the cosmic origin of the universe....

Salary: ₹7 - ₹18 LPA (Official 7th CPC Scientist Grade / UGC Academic Pay Scales)
Qualification: Doctorate (Ph.D. in Astrophysics / Astronomy / Physics)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM)
Astrophysical Modeling Radio Astronomy Stellar Physics +4 more
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Statistician & Biostatistician

Mathematical & Statistical Sciences

Designs statistical experiments, clinical trials, and mathematical models to analyze complex empirical phenomena....

Salary: ₹6 - ₹18 LPA (Indicative range)
Qualification: Postgraduate (M.Sc in Statistics / Biostatistics / ISI Degree)
Preferred Stream: Science (PCM) / Commerce with Maths
Biostatistics SAS Programming R +4 more
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