
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is inviting applications for one temporary position of a Junior Research Assistant (JRA) for a project funded by the Council of Science & Technology, U.P. (CST-UP). The project, “Fabrication, characterization, and bioefficacy of essential oil infused chitosan nanocomposite to enhance shelf-life of banana,” is sanctioned for three years.
Position Details
- Post: Junior Research Assistant (JRA)
- Number of Posts: 1
- Fellowship: The consolidated fellowship is Rs. 25,000 per month for the first two years, increasing to Rs. 28,000 per month for the third year.
- Age Limit: The upper age limit is 28 years as of April 1, 2025.
- Eligibility: Only Indian citizens who are residents of Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply.
Required Qualifications
- Essential: An M.Sc. in Botany, Life Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Agriculture, or any other relevant allied subject. Candidates must have a First Division in both their graduate and postgraduate examinations.
- Desirable: Experience in microbiology laboratory techniques is preferred.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application on the provided proforma (Annexure-1). The application, along with self-attested copies of all mark sheets, certificates, a recent passport-sized color photograph, and details of any research publications or experience, should be sent to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Abhishek Kumar Dwivedy.
Applications must reach the following address either by post or email by October 10, 2025:
- Address: Dr. Abhishek Kumar Dwivedy, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005
- Email: akdwivedy.bot@bhu.ac.in
Please note that the post is temporary and co-terminus with the project. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates called for an interview.
