Join us: Prospective PhD/MSc dissertation Students

A. Prospective PhD Students

At the Chromosome Biology Lab, we investigate the fundamental mechanisms governing nuclear envelope dynamics, 3D genome organization, and chromosomal instability in human health and disease. Our work bridges molecular cytogenetics, single-cell high-resolution imaging, and quantitative genomic approaches.

We are always looking for curious, driven, and collaborative researchers to join our team.

Why Pursue a PhD in Our Lab?

• Cutting-Edge Methodologies: We are working on developing advanced microscopy (super-resolution, expansion microscopy, spatial distance mapping), quantitative cytogenetics (FISH/Oligo-FISH, karyotyping), and genomics.

• Interdisciplinary Research: Work at the intersection of cell biology, biophysics, and cancer genomics to foster scientific independence and critical thinking. 

• Global Exposure & Career Pathways: Lab members regularly present at international conferences, participate in collaborative consortia, and go on to leading postdoctoral fellowships and R&D positions globally.
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applicants from biology, life Sciences, biochemistry, biotechnology, biophysics, backgrounds with:

• A strong intellectual curiosity and a passion for fundamental cell and genome biology.

• Bring resilience, attention to detail, and a rigorous experimental mindset.

• Thrive in an open, highly collaborative, and communicative lab environment.
  
  

Application & Eligibility for PhD Program

1. Eligibility & Fellowships: Detailed criteria regarding eligibility and fellowships for the PhD program in Biology are updated for every admission cycle.

2. How to Get in Touch in advance: If you are interested in the work of the lab, please email for further discussions. 

📧 Contact: kunsen@iiserpune.ac.in, Location: Chromosome Biology Lab, Department of Biology, IISER Pune

B. MSc thesis dissertation/Project (6months-1year)

Please email your detailed (i) CV (ii) project proposal (3 pages) on a project of your interest but connected to our research on nuclear architecture and cancer.