The Department of Pharmaceutical Technology & Centre for Excellence in Nanobio Translational Research, Anna University BIT Campus, Tiruchirappalli has released a notification for the recruitment of a Project Assistant under a sponsored research project. This opportunity is especially beneficial for Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, and Pharmaceutical Technology candidates interested in research and drug discovery.
Overview of the Recruitment
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Anna University BIT Campus |
| Department | Pharmaceutical Technology |
| Post Name | Project Assistant |
| Total Vacancy | 01 |
| Salary | ₹25,000 per month |
| Job Type | Temporary Research Position |
| Project Duration | Up to February 2028 |
| Location | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 May 2026 |
About the Research Project
The selected candidate will work on an advanced pharmaceutical research project titled:
“Design, Synthesis, and Anti-Inflammatory Evaluation of Chromone-Based TNF-Alpha Inhibitors Using Integrated Computational and Experimental Approaches”
This project focuses on:
- Drug design
- Molecular docking
- Computational biology
- Anti-inflammatory drug development
- Organic synthesis
- Experimental pharmacological evaluation
The project is sponsored by DOTE, Tamil Nadu under the CMRG Scheme 2025-26.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification
Candidates having any of the following qualifications can apply:
- PG in Life Sciences
- Bioinformatics
- Computational Biology
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- UG/PG in Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Engineering/Technology
- Biotechnology or equivalent qualification
Desired Skills
Candidates with the following skills will get preference:
| Preferred Skills |
|---|
| Molecular Docking |
| QSAR Studies |
| Virtual Screening |
| Molecular Modelling |
| Organic Synthesis |
| Spectral Analysis |
| In-vitro & In-vivo Studies |
| Statistical Analysis |
Salary Details
The selected candidate will receive:
₹25,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
This is a good opportunity for freshers and research-oriented pharmacy students who want practical exposure in computational drug discovery and pharmaceutical research.
Important Instructions
The notification clearly mentions several important points:
- The position is purely temporary.
- Initial appointment will be for 6 months.
- Extension depends on performance.
- Candidates may need to register for M.S. by Research or Ph.D at Anna University.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
Application Process
Interested candidates must send:
- Filled application form
- Self-attested educational certificates
- Mark sheets
- Experience certificates
- Supporting documents
Applications should be sent through post before:
Last Date: 30 May 2026
Postal Address
Dr. A. Puratchikody (PI)
Professor,
Department of Pharmaceutical Technology
University College of Engineering, BIT Campus
Anna University
Tiruchirappalli – 620024
Tamil Nadu
Mobile: 91-7305232110, 9994999304
Email: puratchipharma@aubit.edu.in
Important Note
Candidates must mention the following on the envelope:
“Application for the post of Project Assistant – Project ID. CMRG250326”
Documents Required
| Required Documents |
|---|
| Passport Size Photo |
| Degree Certificates |
| Mark Sheets |
| Experience Certificates |
| Research Publications (if any) |
| Awards/Internship Certificates |
| ID Proof |
The application form also includes sections for educational qualifications, professional experience, research publications, and achievements.
Why This Opportunity is Valuable for Pharmacy Students
This recruitment is highly useful for:
- B.Pharm graduates
- M.Pharm students
- GPAT aspirants
- Research-oriented pharma students
- Candidates interested in drug discovery and computational biology
Working in such a project provides exposure to:
- Pharmaceutical research methodology
- Drug design software
- Molecular biology techniques
- Academic research publication process
