BIT Mesra – Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Pharmaceutical Sciences

BIT Mesra Recruitment – Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Pharmaceutical Sciences

Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra, Ranchi, is inviting applications from eligible Indian nationals for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology. The position is part of a Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India-funded research project focused on improving the palatability and oral bioavailability of antiepileptic drugs for pediatric patients. Candidates with a first-class M.Pharm, M.S., or M.Tech in the specified pharmaceutical disciplines and a valid GPAT, GATE, NET, or equivalent national-level examination qualification are eligible to apply. The fellowship is ₹37,000 per month, and applications must be submitted by 25 October 2026.

Job Overview

Research Project Details

Project Title: From Bitter to Better: Development of Polymer-Stabilized Nano-Cocrystal Suspensions of Antiepileptic Drugs for Improved Palatability and Oral Bioavailability in Pediatric Patients.

The project focuses on pharmaceutical formulation research aimed at improving the taste acceptability and oral bioavailability of antiepileptic medicines for pediatric patients.

Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator

Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Nimmy Kumari

• Designation: Assistant Professor

• Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology

• Institute: Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand – 835215

• Email: nimmykumari@bitmesra.ac.in

Co-Principal Investigator: Dr. Sudeshna Kundu

• Designation: Assistant Professor

• Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology

• Institute: Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand – 835215

• Email: sudeshnakundu@bitmesra.ac.in

Eligibility & Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy the essential qualifications specified in the official advertisement.

Required educational qualifications: First-class M.Pharm, M.S., or M.Tech in any of the following disciplines:

• M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics

• M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

• M.S. in the specified pharmaceutical disciplines

• M.Tech in Pharmaceutical Sciences & Engineering

• M.Tech in Pharmaceutical Technology (Formulations)

• Other qualifying M.Pharm, M.S., or M.Tech degrees in the disciplines explicitly listed in the advertisement

Mandatory examination qualification: Candidates must have a valid GPAT, GATE, NET, or equivalent national-level examination qualification.

Desirable qualification: Preference will be given to candidates with prior knowledge and research experience in Solid-State Pharmaceutics.

Fellowship and Project Duration

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must email their CV to the Principal Investigator and send a copy to the additional email address below.

Selection Process and Terms

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic and professional background.

• Shortlisted candidates will receive an email with the date and time of the online interview.

• The selection committee’s decision will be final.

• The appointment will be governed by the applicable institute and funding-agency terms.

• No travel allowance or daily allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for attending the interview.

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