Project Associate Recruitment at Punjabi University, Patiala

Punjabi University, established in 1962, is inviting applications for a Project Associate-I position for a high-impact research project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The research focuses on advanced drug delivery systems for treating invasive pulmonary mucormycosis.

Vacancy Details

Feature	Details
Post Name	Project Associate-I
Project Title	Development of Inhalable Spray-Dried Lyotropic Liquid Crystals of Amphotericin B and N-Acetyl Cysteine for Invasive Pulmonary Mucormycosis
Funding Agency	ANRF (Anusandhan National Research Foundation), New Delhi
Principal Investigator	Dr. Vikas Rana, Professor, Dept. of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Drug Research
Stipend	₹30,000 per month + 10% HRA
Duration	3 Years (Started 30 March 2026) or till project completion

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification: * Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in Pharmaceutics with First Division.
- Must be GPAT Qualified.
Desirable Qualification: * Hands-on experience with specialized laboratory equipment: Spray Dryer, Texture Analyzer, Rheometer, and HPLC.

Application Process

How to Apply: Send a detailed biodata along with attested copies of your certificates via email.
Email Address: vikas@pbi.ac.in
Deadline: Apply within 10 days from the date of advertisement (Published ~10 April 2026).
Shortlisting: Shortlisted candidates will be notified for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided for attending.

About the Research

The project explores the formulation of Lyotropic Liquid Crystals (LLC). These are unique phases of matter that combine properties of both liquids and crystals, making them excellent vehicles for delivering difficult-to-transport drugs like Amphotericin B directly to the lungs.