BHL Guide: Who Should Apply & How
Who is this job for?
This JRF vacancy 2026 suits fresh postgraduates in pharmacy or life sciences who want hands-on project work in medicinal chemistry at NIPER Ahmedabad. The project studies short peptides and peptidomimetics that target EGFR in biofilm-linked infections, so people who enjoy synthesis or microbiology bench work will find it relevant.
Eligibility at a glance
- M.Pharm, MS Pharm, MSc or an equivalent postgraduate degree
- At least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH candidates)
- Degree from a UGC-recognised university or bodies such as NIPER, IITs or IISER
- Prior work in organic synthesis or microbiology is desired
How to apply
- Fill in the online Google form linked inside the official NIPER-A advertisement; no other mode is accepted
- Keep original certificates ready for the selection stage, plus a copy of your submitted form
- Last date: 30 November 2026 (written in listing)
Tips for applicants from India
- Quote Advertisement No. Project/2026/014(A) when you write to the institute
- The notice says no TA/DA is paid for the interview, so plan travel to Ahmedabad accordingly
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Job Description
Applications are invited for engagement of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the GSBTM funded project entitled “Investigating Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) homing – short peptides and peptidomimetics for biofilm associated infections” in the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, NIPER-Ahmedabad.
The position is available initially for a period of 01 year and may be extended further for 01 year based on the candidate’s satisfactory performance and continuation of the project.
PROJECT DETAILS
Project No./Code Letter No.: GSBTM/0045/06/2026; PID.: 2026-27_12
Project Title Investigating Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) homing – short peptides and peptidomimetics for biofilm associated infections
Principal Dr. Bichismita Sahu, Professor, Dept. of Medicinal Chemistry
Investigator Dr. Sapan Borah, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biotechnology
Qualifications
- Essential Qualification: M. Pharm/ MS Pharm/ MSc or Equivalent PG degree with 60% marks for GN/OBC (55% for SC/ST/PH) from UGC recognized University/ Institute, autonomous bodies NIPER/IITs/IISER.
Experience
Desired Work Experience: Prior experience in organic synthesis or microbiology.
Additional Information
| Company | National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Ahmedabad (NIPER-A) |
|---|---|
| Location | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
| Job Type | Temporary (project-based) |
| Experience Level | JRF |
| Salary / Stipend | Rs. 23,213/- consolidated |
| Application Deadline | 2026-11-30 |
| Posted Date | 2026-11-02 |
| Company Website | https://niperahm.ac.in/ ↗ |
| Source | Official Career Page ↗ |
| Advertisement No. | Project/2026/014(A) dated 02.11.2026 |
| Number of posts | 1 (One) |
| Department | Department of Medicinal Chemistry |
| Project No./Code | Letter No.: GSBTM/0045/06/2026; PID.: 2026-27_12 |
| Principal Investigators | Dr. Bichismita Sahu (Professor, Dept. of Medicinal Chemistry); Dr. Sapan Borah (Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biotechnology) |
| Tenure | 12 months subject to performance and continuation of the project for next 12 months; co-terminus with the project |
| How to apply | Online Google form linked in the official advertisement (only mode accepted) |
| Selection | Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email regarding screening/interview |
| TA/DA | No TA/DA for attending the interview |
| Queries | [email protected] |
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