Job Opening for Junior Research Fellow at IIT-BHU for ICMR Sponsored Project on Alzheimer’s Disease Drug Delivery System
The Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi is seeking applications from qualified candidates for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position to work on an ICMR-sponsored project to develop a drug delivery system for neuroprotective molecules in Alzheimer’s disease models. The ideal candidate should have a first-class M.Pharm/M.S. (Pharm.)/M degree. Tech (Pharm)/M.Tech in Pharmaceutics, Formulation, Medical devices, or related fields with GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET or equivalent examination
Job for M.Pharm, M.S Pharm, M.Tech to work on ICMR sponsored project, IIT-BHU
The institute completed its 100 years in 2019, and we wish to take forward the legacy with rejuvenated vigour and sheer dedication with a commitment to nation-building. The Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi owes its existence to Bharat Ratna Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, the founder of the first residential University of modern India, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), who could foresee the vital role of technical education in strengthening independent India. Engineering education at BHU started in 1919 with the establishment of Banaras Engineering College (BENCO).
Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on an Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) sponsored project entitled “Development of exosome-based drug delivery system for naturally inspired novel multifunctional Neuroprotective molecules and their biological evaluation in Alzheimer’s disease models” (ID # 2021-10363)”.
Essential qualifications: First class in M Pharmacy / MS (Pharm.) / M.Tech (Pharm) / M.Tech in Pharmaceutics, Formulation, Medical devices or related fields with GATE / GPAT / CSIR – NET or equivalent examination. The candidates should have a basic degree in pharmacy (B.Pharm). The candidates appearing in the final semester of M.Pharm / M.S. (Pharm.) etc., are also eligible. Such candidates must produce the essential documents justifying qualification in case of selection.
Desirable qualifications: Candidates with expertise in cell culture and animal handling will be preferred.
Duration: Initially for one year, extendable up to 3 years, depending on the performance. The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
Salary: As per ICMR norms
Age limit: 28 Years (relaxable for 5 years for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates). All things being equal, SC/ST candidates will be preferred as per GOI rules.
Interested candidates are requested to send their applications on plain paper AS PER THE BELOW GIVEN FORMAT via email to the Principal Investigator, Dr Gyan Prakash Modi, at [email protected]. Please write “Application for JRF” in the email’s subject line (MANDATORY). The shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email. No TA/DA will be paid if called for an interview.
General Instructions
1. The PI can restrict the number of candidates to be called for an interview to a reasonable limit based on qualifications and experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to appear in the interview, and no other communications in this regard will be entertained.
3. Original certificates and self-attested copies of all certificates need to be presented before the interview for verification.
4. Venue of Interview: Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, IIT (BHU), Varanasi- 221005. Contact no: +91-7310008444, E-mail: [email protected]
The last date for receiving the complete application is May 04, 2023.
