BITS Pilani Recruitment 2026: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) Vacancy Under ICMR

Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani, is inviting applications for a prestigious research position in the Department of Pharmacy. This project, funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), offers a unique opportunity for Pharmacy and Biotechnology postgraduates to contribute to cutting-edge medical research regarding climate-induced health issues.

Project Details

Project Title: Unravelling the Mechanism of Climatic Heat Stress-Induced Muscle Wasting: Comparative Evaluation of Rehydration and Heat Adaptive Strategies.
Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Richa Shrivastava, Department of Pharmacy, BITS Pilani (Pilani Campus).
Funding Agency: ICMR.
Tenure: Initial appointment for 1 year, extendable up to 3 years based on performance.

Position & Compensation

Post Name: Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical).
Vacancies: 01.
Monthly Stipend: ₹56,000 + 10% HRA (as per ICMR and Institute rules).
PhD Opportunity: The selected candidate may be eligible to register for the BITS Pilani PhD program, provided they meet the institutional qualification norms.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: M.Pharm (Pharmacology) / M.S. Pharm (Pharmacology and Toxicology) / M.S. Pharm (Biotechnology).
Mandatory Requirements: Candidates must have qualified GPAT, GATE, or NET.
Upper Age Limit: 35 years.

Job Responsibilities

The role involves sophisticated laboratory work and data management, including:

Standardizing and establishing animal models for heat stress.
Conducting behavioral and molecular evaluations.
Utilizing advanced molecular biology techniques such as:
- ChIP (Chromatin Immunoprecipitation)
- Immunoblotting (Western Blot)
- RT-qPCR (Real-Time Quantitative PCR)
- IHC (Immunohistochemistry)
Data analysis, documentation, and manuscript preparation for scientific publications.

Selection & Application Process

Shortlisting: Candidates will be screened based on academic merit, relevant experience, and project requirements.
Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for an online interview.
Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 31st January 2026.