Are you looking for an exciting research opportunity in drug delivery and nanotechnology? The Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Theranostics (CBCMT) at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is hiring a Project Research Scientist I for an ICMR-funded project on 3D printed nano-engineered sublingual insulin patches.
Job Details
- Position: Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical)
- Sponsoring Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Duration: 2 years
- Location: VIT University, Vellore, Tamil Nadu
- Last Date to Apply: 23rd May 2025
Project Title
“3D Printed Nano-Engineered Sublingual Patch with Viral-Mimetic Nanoparticles for Non-Invasive Delivery of Insulin”
Job Description
The selected candidate will work on an innovative ICMR-funded research project focusing on:
- Development of 3D printed sublingual patches for insulin delivery
- Design and testing of viral-mimetic nanoparticles
- Nanomedicine and drug delivery systems
- In-vitro and in-vivo (animal) experimentation
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications
- First-class Postgraduate (PG) degree in:
- Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biosciences / Life Sciences / Pharmaceutics (M.Sc./M.Tech/M.Pharm)
- OR Second-class PG degree with a Ph.D.
Desirable Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in:
- Drug delivery systems
- 3D printing / Nanomedicine
- Tissue engineering / Biomaterials
- Animal experimentation
Stipend & Benefits
- ₹56,000/- per month + 9% HRA (for candidates with ICMR/DBT/CSIR JRF or valid GATE score)
- For non-JRF/GATE candidates, stipend as per institute norms
