The institute completed its 100 years in 2019, and we wish to take forward the legacy with rejuvenated vigor 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 in BHU started in 1919 with the establishment of Banaras Engineering College (BENCO).
Post : Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
Applications are invited for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) at a Fixed Stipend amount of Rs. 56,000 + 20% HRA per month in a ICMR Sponsored Project entitled “Lead optimization and in vivo proof-of-concept studies of novel alpha-ketoamide based protein aggregation modulators for Alzheimer’s disease” sanctioned up to three years. The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
Project no. : IIRPSG-2024-01-02095
Project Title : Lead optimization and in vivo proof-of-concept studies of novel alpha-ketoamide based protein aggregation modulators for Alzheimer’s disease
PI : Dr. Rajnish, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi-221005, UP, India
Fellowship/salary : The candidate will be paid a stipend of Rs. 56,000 + 20% HRA per month for the first two years and a 5% hike in salary for the third year. Selected candidate will have to join immediately Funding agency Indian Council of Medical Research
Duration : The initial appointment will be for 1 year. The contract will be renewable subject to satisfactory performance and project requirements. The total project duration is 3 years.
Essential minimum qualification :
(i) First class M.Pharm / M. S. (Pharm.) / M.Tech (Pharm)/ M.Tech in Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry with GATE/GPAT/CSIR UGC-NET including lectureship or equivalent examination;
OR
(ii) Second class M. Pharm/M. S. (Pharm.)/M. Tech (Pharm)/M. Tech in Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry with PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry/medicinal chemistry and GATE/GPAT/CSIR-UGC-NET including lectureship or equivalent examination. Aforementioned qualification(s) must be from the recognized Board/ University/ Institute.
Desirable qualification, if any : GATE/GPAT/CSIR UGC-NET including lectureship or equivalent examination. Candidates with previous experience in organic drug synthesis and characterization using different analytical techniques, animal handling, HPLC method development, in vitro screening, and scientific writing as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications will be preferred.
Maximum Age : 35 Years
Relaxation for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates : As per GoI rules
Application in the enclosed format giving Name, permanent and correspondence address, names of father and mother, telephone no. and e-mail address, details of educational career (starting from High School or equivalent) along with self-attested copies of all mark-sheets & certificates and details of any research or other experience etc., if any, should reach within 21 days of the advertisement (latest by 6th Feb, 2025) to the P.I., Dr. Rajnish at Rajnish.phe@iitbhu.ac.in Department of Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi - 221 005. Please write “Application for Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) in ICMR funded project” in the subject line of the email. The shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email. No TA/DA will be paid if called for interview.
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