ACTREC Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) Recruitment 2026: Official Announcement
The Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), operating under the aegis of Tata Memorial Centre, has officially issued notification ACTREC/ADVT.228/2026 for the position of Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics). This recruitment drive aims to fill 1 contractual post within the Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics at the Kharghar, Navi Mumbai campus.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tata Memorial Centre - Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) |
| Advertisement No. | ACTREC/ADVT.228/2026 |
| Post | Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) (On Contract Basis) |
| Department | Department of Hematopathology and Cytogenetics, ACTREC |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| How to Apply | Walk-in interview |
| Notice Date | 29.10.2026 |
| Interview Date | 03.11.2026 (Tuesday) |
| Post | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) | 01 | Rs. 67,700/- p.m. (Ph.D.); Rs. 56,100/- p.m. (M.Sc. / M. Tech) |
| Educational Qualification | Salary (p.m.) |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. / M. Tech | Rs. 56,100/- p.m. |
| Ph.D. | Rs. 67,700/- p.m. |
This engagement offers an outstanding avenue for bioinformatics professionals, computational biologists, and data scientists looking to contribute to high-impact cancer genomics and human genome sequencing projects. Candidates looking for research and officer-level roles in medical institutes can also check the ACTREC Junior Research Fellow Walk-in Interview 2026 recruitment details or check more Post Graduate jobs in Maharashtra to discover complementary research opportunities.
Selection for this post will be conducted via a direct walk-in interview on 03 November 2026. Depending on the volume of candidates reporting at the venue, ACTREC reserves the right to conduct a preliminary written screening test prior to the personal interaction.
Eligibility Criteria, Educational Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must strictly fulfill the educational background, programming proficiencies, and professional experience requirements as evaluated on the cutoff date of 29 October 2026.
- Educational Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or an equivalent discipline. Alternatively, candidates possessing an M.Sc. or M.Tech in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related streams are also eligible to appear.
- Technical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as Python or equivalent computational tools, along with practical familiarity with human genome sequencing workflows, is mandatory for all applicants.
- Work Experience: Candidates with a Ph.D. must possess a minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based data analytics. Practical experience in Cancer Bioinformatics is highly desirable.
- Age Limit: The upper age boundary is set at 40 years as on 29 October 2026. Age relaxation benefits will apply strictly according to Tata Memorial Centre and Government of India recruitment directives.
Salary Structure & Consolidated Remuneration
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly pay structure categorized according to their educational qualifications. The initial appointment is offered on a 1-year contractual basis, extendable based on the institutional requirements and satisfactory performance.
- Ph.D. Degree Holders: Consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 67,700/- per month.
- M.Sc. / M.Tech Degree Holders: Consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 56,100/- per month.
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Selection Process & Screening Stages
The recruitment process for Scientific Officer (Bioinformatics) follows a multi-stage evaluation framework designed to shortlist qualified subject matter experts:
- Stage 1 (Written Screening Test): If the number of candidates reporting for the walk-in drive is high, ACTREC will conduct a written screening test to shortlist candidates for the interview round.
- Stage 2 (Walk-in Interview): A personal interview before the selection committee to assess technical competence in NGS data analytics, cancer genomics, Python programming, and domain knowledge.
- Stage 3 (Document Verification): Final validation of original academic marksheets, experience credentials, age proofs, and identity documents.
Walk-In Interview Schedule, Venue & Reporting Guidelines
Interested and eligible candidates do not need to fill out any online application form beforehand. You must report directly to the official venue on the designated date within the designated registration time slot.
- Walk-In Interview Date: 03 November 2026
- Reporting & Registration Time: Strictly between 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Candidates arriving after 10:30 AM will not be allowed to participate.
- Reporting Venue: Paymaster Shodhika, Recruitment Cell, Room No. PS-330, ACTREC, Sector-22, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410 210, Maharashtra.
Essential Documents Checklist for Walk-In Interview
Candidates appearing for the selection process must bring a complete set of original documents along with self-attested photocopies organized in the following order:
- Bio-Data: Comprehensive curriculum vitae specifying contact details, academic history, research projects, and NGS analytics experience.
- Photograph: Recent passport-size photograph pasted on the bio-data.
- Identity Proofs: Original and Xerox copies of Aadhaar Card and PAN Card.
- Educational Credentials: Marksheets and degree certificates from SSC/Class 10 onwards up to M.Sc., M.Tech, or Ph.D.
- Experience Certificates: Official service or experience certificates proving at least 1 year of work in NGS-based data analytics (for Ph.D. holders) or relevant practical research experience.
