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Project Technical Support-III at IIT (BHU) Varanasi under ICMR Project

IIT BHU Recruitment

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the temporary post of Project Technical Support (III) under an ICMR-funded research project at the Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Overview

  • Designation: Project Technical Support (III)
  • Research Area: Medicinal Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Drug Design / PROTAC Synthesis
  • Location: Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Stipend / Salary: Rs. 28,000 + 20% HRA per month
  • Funding Agency: ICMR, New Delhi
  • Duration: Initial appointment is for 1 year (renewable subject to satisfactory performance and project requirements, total project duration is up to 30-06-2029)

Job Description

Project Title: Developing PolQ-Proteolysis Targeting chimeras (PROTAC) for treatment of headneck cancers by inhibiting microhomology mediated end joining DNA repair pathway

Project No.: EMDR/SG/14/2025-06465

Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Rajnish Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi

The selected candidate will work on the ICMR-sponsored research project focused on drug design and NCEs synthesis. The selected candidate will be required to join immediately.

Eligibility & Qualification

Essential Qualifications:

  • First class M. Pharm / M. S. (Pharm.) / M. Tech (Pharm) / M. Tech in Medicinal Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry from a recognized Board / University / Institute; OR
  • Second class M. Pharm / M. S. (Pharm.) / M. Tech (Pharm) / M. Tech in Medicinal Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry with one year of industrial/research experience from a recognized Board / University / Institute.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Candidates qualified in GATE / GPAT / CSIR-UGC-NET (including lectureship or equivalent examination).
  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience in drug design, NCEs synthesis, and a strong background in organic synthesis.

Maximum Age Limit:

32 Years (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates as per Government of India rules).

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application in the prescribed format including details such as Name, permanent and correspondence address, names of father and mother, telephone number, email address, educational qualifications (starting from High School or equivalent), self-attested copies of mark-sheets and certificates, and details of research or other experience.

Applications should be submitted to Dr. Rajnish Kumar (PI) via email or registered post:

  • Email: Rajnish.phe@iitbhu.ac.in
  • Postal Address: Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi – 221 005, UP, India

Note: Mention “Application for Project Technical Support (III) in ICMR-funded project” in the subject line of the email or on top of the parcel. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Last Date to Apply & Official Link

Last Date for Apply: Latest by 2nd December 2026 (within 21 days of the advertisement)

Apply Link / Official Notification: Download Official Advertisement (PDF)