Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Panjab University, Chandigarh

Job Summary
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the Industry Academic Research Grant sponsored by Impa Laboratories. The position is available at the University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
Designation
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Research Area
Pharmaceutical Formulation Development
Location
University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh – 160 014, India
Eligibility / Qualification
- B.Pharm. and M.Pharm. with a minimum of 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/PH candidates).
- M.Pharm. should be in a relevant specialization.
- Candidates having qualified GPAT/GATE/Ph.D. Entrance Test or any National Entrance Test conducted by a Central Government Department will be preferred.
- Preference will be given to candidates having good academic records, relevant research experience, publications, and knowledge of pharmaceutical formulation development.
Job Description
The selected candidate will work as a Junior Research Fellow under the supervision of Dr. Vandita Kakkar, Associate Professor of Pharmaceutics, on a project sponsored by Impa Laboratories for a period of two years only. Emoluments are Rs. 10,000/- per month. Evaluation for the position will be conducted based on marks obtained in B.Pharm. and M.Pharm., research experience, publications, presentations, patents, and/or other accomplishments.
How to Apply
Applications along with Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates, mark sheets, and other relevant documents may be submitted to the office of the undersigned or through email at vanditakakkar@yahoo.co.in. Eligible and shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in the office of Chairperson, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh (candidates must bring relevant documents to support their application. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview).
Last Date for Apply
18-11-2026