BITS Pilani Announces Pharma Faculty Recruitment

BITS Pilani offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and PhD programs. It is one of the first six institutes to be granted Institute of Eminence status. We are committed to fostering an innovative learning atmosphere and advancing knowledge through research and collaboration. Our campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and provide an intellectually stimulating environment for faculty and students alike.

BITS Pilani, a premier educational institution renowned for excellence in Science, Engineering, and Management, invites applications from highly qualified and motivated individuals for various academic positions. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment conducive to cutting-edge research and outstanding teaching.

Position Overview
We seek exceptionally bright and motivated candidates with a proven record in research and a strong potential for exemplary teaching. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant academic community, engage in specialized as well as interdisciplinary research, and contribute to student's academic and professional development. Accordingly, we need faculty for both on-campus and off-campus needs.

Prospective Candidates Background
On-Campus faculty
1. A PhD with an exceptional research footprint (publications in top-tier journals and conferences) and excellent academic pedigrees is necessary. In addition to a strong commitment to research, teaching, and mentoring students, our faculties are expected to secure research funding and contribute to the institution's academic and research goals.
2. We receive many applications with a very strong resume, and hence, candidates with industrial and/or Postdoctoral experience from institutions of repute will have an edge.
3. Applicants with three years of post-PhD experience as an Assistant Professor at a reputed university may be considered for Academic Level - 13A1. Such decisions will be at the discretion of the Selection Committee.
4. Candidates applying for the post of Professor and above must have demonstrated excellence in teaching, research and administration.

Off-Campus faculty
1. Industry professionals with rich industry experience and an inclination towards teaching and academics would be preferred for full-time Assistant and Associate professor positions.
2. These faculty positions will aspire you to contribute to the development of innovative learning models and positively impact the development of new-age industry professionals.
3. Candidates looking for part-time teaching roles should apply for Guest faculty positions only.

Assistant Professor
Eligibility
• PhD in a relevant discipline from an institution of high repute (with 1st Div. or 60% at ME/MPhil/MPharm/MBA/Pre Ph.D. qualification level). We also accept exceptionalapplications who are awaiting Ph.D. defence only for some select Engineering Departments as per the need of the Institute.
• Potential for excellence in teaching and research
• Normally 4 publications (of which 2 are in journals of international repute).

Entry Basic Pay : Rs. 101500
Dearness Allowance : 60% of Basic Pay (Normally aligned with Central Govt. announcement)
Annual Increment : As per Pay matrix at 3%
Professional Development Allowance (PDA) : Rs. 3 Lakhs for a block of 3 Years
New Faculty Seed Grant (NFSG) : Maximum cap of Rs. 20 Lakhs
Relocation Allowance : Baggage shifting and travelling expenses of self and family upto Rs. 50000/- within India and upto Rs. 1 Lakh for joining from abroad
Contributory Provident Fund : Employee & Employer contribution of 12% of Basic + Da Per month
Gratuity : As per “Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972”

Medical Coverage : Reimbursed to an extent of 90% of the expenses incurred as per BITS Medical policy (including parents if dependent)
Children’s Education Allowance : One-time Admission fee and Tuition fees paid for studies up to class 12 are reimbursable, subject to certain limits.
Fee waiver for education in First and Higher degree in BITS campuses as per policy.
On Campus Housing : At prescribed nominal license fee
Leave Travel Allowance : The institute meets 100% of the actual fare both for the onward and return journeys as per eligibility of travel once in a cycle of two years for visit to Home town.
Vacation Leave : 60 days paid vacation per academic year
Other Leave : Casual Leave (15 days per year), Special Casual Leave (15 days per year), Half Pay Leave, Commuted Leave, Sabbatical Leave, Extraordinary Leave etc. as per Leave rules of the Institute

Associate Professor
Eligibility
• PhD in a relevant discipline from an institution of high repute (with 1st Div. or 60% at ME/MPhil/MPharm/ MBA/Pre Ph.D. qualification level)
• At least 6 years post PhD experience in teaching and/or research, of which at least 3 years at the level of an Assistant Professor, or equivalent
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, research and sponsored R&D
• At least 10 publications (of which 5 are in journals of international repute)
• Guided at least one PhD student (independently or jointly with someone else)
• Completed at least one sponsored R&D project of value Rs. 5 lakhs or more as PI (alternatively completed two sponsored R&D projects as a co-PI each of value Rs. 5 lakhs or more).

Entry Basic Pay : Rs. 148100
Dearness Allowance : 60% of Basic Pay (Normally aligned with Central Govt. announcement)
Annual Increment : As per Pay matrix at 3%
Professional Development Allowance (PDA) : Rs. 3 Lakhs for a block of 3 Years
New Faculty Seed Grant (NFSG) : Maximum cap of Rs. 20 Lakhs
Relocation Allowance : Baggage shifting and travelling expenses of self and family upto Rs. 50000/- within India and upto Rs. 1 Lakh for joining from abroad
Contributory Provident Fund : Employee & Employer contribution of 12% of Basic + Da Per month
Gratuity : As per “Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972”

Professor
Eligibility
• PhD in a relevant discipline from an institution of high repute (with 1st Div. at ME/MPhil/MPharm/MBA/Pre Ph.D. qualification level)
• At least 10 years post‐PhD experience in teaching and/or research, of which at least 4 years at the level of an Associate Professor, or equivalent
• Sustained excellence in teaching, research and sponsored R&D
• Potential for leadership in research, education and institution building
• At least 20 publications (of which 10 are in journals of international repute)
• Guided at least one PhD student independently (alternatively guided two PhD students jointly with someone else)
• Completed at least two sponsored R&D projects each of value Rs. 5 lakhs or more as PI (alternatively completed one sponsored R&D project as PI of value Rs. 5 lakhs or more and completed two sponsored R&D Project as a co‐PI each of value Rs. 5 lakhs or more).

Entry Basic Pay : Rs. 173900
Dearness Allowance : 60% of Basic Pay (Normally aligned with Central Govt. announcement)
Annual Increment : As per Pay matrix at 3%
Professional Development Allowance (PDA) : Rs. 3 Lakhs for a block of 3 Years
New Faculty Seed Grant (NFSG) : Maximum cap of Rs. 20 Lakhs
Relocation Allowance : Baggage shifting and travelling expenses of self and family upto Rs. 50000/- within India and upto Rs. 1 Lakh for joining from abroad
Contributory Provident Fund : Employee & Employer contribution of 12% of Basic + Da Per month
Gratuity : As per “Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972”

Medical Coverage : Reimbursed to an extent of 90% of the expenses incurred as per BITS Medical policy (including parents if dependent)
Children’s Education Allowance : One-time Admission fee and Tuition fees paid for studies up to class 12 are reimbursable, subject to certain limits.
Fee waiver for education in First and Higher degree in BITS campuses as per policy.
On Campus Housing : At prescribed nominal license fee
Leave Travel Allowance : The institute meets 100% of the actual fare both for the onward and return journeys as per eligibility of travel once in a cycle of two years for visit to Home town.
Vacation Leave : 45 days paid vacation per academic year
Other Leave : Casual Leave (15 days per year), Special Casual Leave (15 days per year), Half Pay Leave, Commuted Leave, Sabbatical Leave, Extraordinary Leave etc. as per Leave rules of the Institute

Sr. Professor
Eligibility
• At least 6 years as a Professor.
• Demonstrated Leadership in Research, Education and Institution building for at least 6 years as a Professor

Entry Basic Pay : Rs. 211300
Dearness Allowance : 60% of Basic Pay (Normally aligned with Central Govt. announcement)
Annual Increment : As per Pay matrix at 3%
Professional Development Allowance (PDA) : Rs. 3 Lakhs for a block of 3 Years
New Faculty Seed Grant (NFSG) : Maximum cap of Rs. 20 Lakhs
Relocation Allowance : Baggage shifting and travelling expenses of self and family upto Rs. 50000/- within India and upto Rs. 1 Lakh for joining from abroad
Contributory Provident Fund : Employee & Employer contribution of 12% of Basic + Da Per month
Gratuity : As per “Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972”

Medical Coverage : Reimbursed to an extent of 90% of the expenses incurred as per BITS Medical policy (including parents if dependent)
Children’s Education Allowance : One-time Admission fee and Tuition fees paid for studies up to class 12 are reimbursable, subject to certain limits.
Fee waiver for education in First and Higher degree in BITS campuses as per policy.
On Campus Housing : At prescribed nominal license fee
Leave Travel Allowance : The institute meets 100% of the actual fare both for the onward and return journeys as per eligibility of travel once in a cycle of two years for visit to Home town.
Vacation Leave : 45 days paid vacation per academic year
Other Leave : Casual Leave (15 days per year), Special Casual Leave (15 days per year), Half Pay Leave, Commuted Leave, Sabbatical Leave, Extraordinary Leave etc. as per Leave rules of the Institute

How to apply?
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply from the below button in the respective campus type. We have advertised our positions in a tabular format with details of our faculty recruitment in all the campuses, including the departments and nature of specialization sought. The entire process of application is online only. Once the application is submitted, you will get mail communications when in process and update at each stage.
No Soft or hard copy of the application/CV by email/post will be accepted. Please note that all applications are processed collectively as per the advertisement displayed on this page. We have partnered with a very competent Recruitment firm Taggd. Taggd team will coordinate and streamline the entire process starting from the application to the scheduling of the interviews.

Faculty recruitment process @BITS Pilani :
• After a thorough screening of all the applicants for necessary eligibility criteria, the successful applications are forwarded to the empowered committee of the respective department, which will schedule an audio-visual interview. This interview is the first level of screening, in which a shortlist of candidates is prepared.
• Based on the feedback and recommendations of the departmental committee, a final interview of all the short-listed candidates is arranged with a committee of subject experts and institute leadership. Successful candidates are intimated in the shortest possible time. It is our endeavor to shorten the duration of the application and recruitment process. BITS-Pilani remains committed to recruiting the very best and offering competitive salaries, efficient pathways to professional growth and a safe and comfortable family life on campus.

Last date of application is Sunday, 5th October 2026