Manipal Academy of Higher Education Recruitment 2026: Detailed Notification for Project Research Scientist – 1 Post
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The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal has invited applications from eligible candidates for the temporary position of Project Research Scientist – 1. This position is for an ICMR-sponsored research project titled “Development of Novel Treatment Mode for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder using Asenapine Maleate: Intervention of Translational Targeted Nanomedicine” at the Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Key Highlights & Vacancy Details
- Position Name: Project Research Scientist – 1 (purely on a temporary basis)
- Number of Vacancies: 01
- Place of Posting: Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal – 576104, Karnataka
- Tenure: The position is for six months.
- Fellowship: As per ICMR norms.
Educational Qualifications & Eligibility
- Essential Qualifications:
- M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics or related specialization) with experience in formulation development and evaluations; OR
- PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related area.
- Desirable Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience and expertise in drug delivery systems, nanotechnology, dosage form development, computational studies, HPLC analysis, cell line studies, and animal studies.
- Previous research experience in the relevant domain.
- Publications, conference presentations, and patents.
- Good communication, computer, and writing skills.
Selection Procedure & Interview Details
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- The interview date, time, and venue will be communicated via email to the candidates.
- No TA/DA will be provided to attend the interview.
Application Process & Important Date
- Mode of Application: Eligible candidates may send their detailed CV to the Establishment Section of MCOPS (Email:
est.mcops@manipal.edu) with a CC to Dr. Srinivas Mutalik (Email:ss.mutalik@manipal.edu). - Last Date to Apply: 03-10-2026
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