NIPER, Hyderabad hiring Project Research Scientist Role | M Pharm Graduates | Apply Now
Looking for the latest Pharma Govt Job opportunities in India? National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research has officially released the NIPER Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) under an ICMR-funded research project. This Pharma Govt Job is an excellent opportunity for M.Pharm and M.S. Pharm candidates in Pharmacology interested in advanced pharmaceutical research, oral cancer drug delivery, and formulation development.
- Position: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Job Location: Hyderabad
About the InstituteThe
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research is one of India’s premier pharmaceutical education and research institutes functioning under the Government of India. NIPER Hyderabad is widely recognized for excellence in pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery research, biotechnology, and healthcare innovation.
Project Details
- Project Title: “Atorvastatin-loaded chitosan nanoparticles-impregnated buccal films for the management of oral carcinoma.”
- Project ID: IIRPSG-2024-01-04967
- Project Investigator: Dr. Saurabh Srivastava, Professor & Head, Department of Pharmaceutics, NIPER Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
- Number of Positions: 01
- Project Duration: 24 Months
- Salary: Rs. 56,000/- + 30% HRA of Rs. 16,800/-
Total Salary: Rs. 72,800/- per month
Key Responsibilities
- Work on oral carcinoma drug delivery research
- Develop and characterize nanoparticle formulations
- Perform analytical and biological studies
- Conduct in vitro and in vivo screening
- Assist in scientific documentation and research publications
- Support project-related pharmaceutical research activities
Qualifications
Essential Qualification
- First class post-graduate (PG) degree, such as M.S. (Pharm)/M.Pharm/M.Sc/M.Tech or equivalent with specialization in: Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology & Toxicology
OR
- Second-class post-graduate degree in the above disciplines with Ph.D.
Desirable Qualification
- GATE/GPAT/CSIR/UGC-NET or equivalent qualification
- Experience in formulation development and characterization
- Knowledge of analytical techniques
- Animal handling experience
- HPLC method development
- In-vitro/In-vivo screening experience
- Cellular biological studies exposure
- Scientific writing skills with peer-reviewed publications
- Experience in Oral Cancer Drug Delivery research
How to Apply?
- Interested candidates may send their bio-data/CV in the prescribed format via email to: Dr. Saurabh Srivastava
Email: saurabh@niperhyd.ac.in - Candidates must mention: “Application for ICMR – Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)” in the subject line of the email.
Terms and Conditions
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview, and the same will be intimated via email. The interview will be conducted in online/physical mode. The date, time, and venue/weblink for the interview will be shared with the shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates should furnish supporting documents, such as the printouts of the application form, along with original and self-attested photocopies of all the documents at the time of the interview.
- No canvassing in any form will be entertained.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Note: The post will be governed as per the terms and conditions of ICMR and is advertised in accordance with the funds released by ICMR.
- Last Date to Apply: 15th June 2026
