Pharma job at BITS Pilani for Research Scientist Job Role | M Pharma Graduates Apply Now
If you are looking for a Pharma Job in research and development, this opportunity from BITS Pilani could be ideal for you. The Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, is inviting applications for the Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) position under an ICMR-funded project. This Research Scientist Job offers candidates the opportunity to work on an advanced melanoma treatment project involving microneedle-assisted chemo-photodynamic therapy and real-time monitoring of cancerous lesions using thermal imaging. Candidates with M.Pharm, M.S.Pharm, or M.Tech qualifications can apply for this exciting Pharma Job in academic research.
- Job Position: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- Location: BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, Rajasthan, India
About the Company
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) is one of India’s leading institutions known for excellence in higher education and research. The institute conducts innovative projects across pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, and engineering disciplines. This Pharma Job opportunity is offered under a research project funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), providing candidates the chance to work on advanced therapeutic technologies.
Job Description
The selected candidate will perform analytical method development, formulation development, in vitro cell line studies, and animal studies of designed formulations. Real-time monitoring of skin cancer lesions using thermal imaging. The candidate will analyze data, maintain documentation, and write reports and manuscripts.
Key Responsibilities
- Analytical method development
- Formulation development
- In vitro cell line studies
- Animal studies of designed formulations
- Real-time monitoring of skin cancer lesions using thermal imaging
- Data analysis and documentation
- Writing reports and research manuscripts
Qualifications
- M.Pharm / M.S.Pharm / M.Tech with specialization in Pharmaceutics, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, Nanomedicine, or equivalent. (GPAT/GATE/NET will be preferred)
- Desirable: In addition to the above qualifications, candidates with basic knowledge of programming languages, machine learning, and hands-on experience in thermal imaging are encouraged to apply.
Additional Details
- Project Title: Microneedle-assisted chemo-photodynamic combination therapy for melanoma treatment integrated with real-time monitoring of cancerous lesions using thermal imaging
- Number of Vacancies: 01
- Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Upper Age Limit: 35 Years
- Fellowship/Stipend: ₹56,000 per month + 10% HRA (if applicable, as per rules)
- Project Tenure: 1 Year and extendable to 3 years
- Fellowship/Stipend: 56,000 per month + 10 % HRA (if applicable, as per rules)
Registration for PhD
- Selected candidates may be permitted to register for the PhD program of BITS Pilani, subject to fulfilling the requirements of the PhD qualification process as per the institute norms.
How to Apply?
Selection Process
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on their merit, experience, and the project’s requirements. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview, which will be conducted through online mode. Mere possession of the minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview.
- Application Deadline: 10th March 2026
Feel free to contact me if you have any queries. Those who have already applied for the same project need not reapply.
- Dr. Gautam Singhvi
Department of Pharmacy, BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, Rajasthan
Email: gautam.singhvi@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in
