Banaras Hindu University, recognized by the Ministry of Education as an Institution of Eminence, is inviting applications from eligible candidates for Raja Jwala Prasad Post- Doctoral Fellowship of one-year duration.
Besides the sophisticated equipment available in various laboratories of the Departments, the University has a Central Discovery Centre where cutting edge research equipment like Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorter (FACS), Flow Cytometer (FCM), Gel Doc Chemiluminiscent, High-Resolution FE-SEM (with EDS and EBSD) are available. Under DBT supported SATHI High Resolution Accurate Mass Spectrometry System, Laser Ablation (Femto- Second) Combustion Gas Chromatography, High Resolution – Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry, Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope System, Circular Dichroism Spectrophotometer, Photoacoustic Imaging Platform and High Resolution NMR 600 MHz are also available.
Post Code : RJP-019
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Prof. Royana Singh D/o. of Anatomy Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD with First-Class P.G. Degree in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences/Zoology from a recognized institute/ university.
D.Q.: Experience in handling laboratory instruments and molecular biology techniques, including Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), CGH array, and Quantitative Fluorescent PCR (QF-PCR), along with data analysis, strong scientific writing skills and preparation of project reports.
Post Code : RJP-020
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Ram Swaroop Meena D/o. of Agronomy Institute of Agriculture
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD degree (Agronomy / Soil Science / Environmental Sc. / Life science with preference in soil organic carbon) from an Indian University/Institute.
D.Q.: PhD in life science related to soil carbon, carbon-based ecosystem services and GHG emissions with high-impact publications
Post Code : RJP-021
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Bhanu Prakash D/o. of Botany Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD degree (Botany/ Life Science/Biological Sciences / Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiolog y/Biosciences/ Plant Sciences or any related field) from Indian University/Institutes.
D.Q. : PhD degree in the field of Bioinformatics, Plant molecular biology, fluorescent microscopy, confocal microscopy, protein expressions and purification with evidence of original research publication will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-022
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Vinod Kr. Kannaujiya Botany Section Mahila Maha Vidyalaya
Qualifications : E.Q.: M.Sc. with 55% marks along with Ph.D. Degree in Botany/Plant Sciences/Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biotechnology /Microbiology from Indian Universities/Institutes.
D.Q. : Research experience in the field of proteomics, biopolymer, microbiology, biophysical techniques and nanobiotechnology with evidence of original research publications will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-023
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Anchal Singh D/o. of Biochemistry Institute of Science
E.Q.: PhD degree in (Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Molecular and Human Genetics, or any related field) from Indian Universities/Institutes.
D.Q.: Research experience in the area of Proteomics, Immunology, Parasitology, Filarial biology, having technical expertise of handling rat and mice with evidence of original research publications will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-024
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Ashok Kumar Basak D/o. of Chemistry Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in organic synthesis.
D.Q. : Expertise in multistep organic synthesis, capable of handling air and moisture sensitive reactions and manuscript preparation.
Post Code : RJP-025
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. S. Krishnamoorthi D/o. of Chemistry Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Chemistry
D.Q.: Research Experience in Polymer Synthesis and their Characterization (Preferably, experience in biodegradable polymers).
Post Code : RJP-026
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Mrituanjay D. Pandey D/o. of Chemistry Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Chemistry D.Q.: Synthesis Background
Post Code : RJP-027
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Vijay Kr. Das D/o. of Chemistry Institute of Science
Qualifications : EQ.: Ph.D. in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry /Chemical Sciences/ Biochemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry with a strong focus on organic synthesis.
D.Q.: Demonstrated expertise in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in asymmetric synthesis and multistep synthetic methodologies. Prior experience in visible-light-mediated organophotoredox catalysis or photocatalytic transformations will be highly preferred. A solid background in reaction mechanism, catalysis, and synthetic method development will be considered an added advantage.
Post Code : RJP-028
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Pawan Kr. Dubey D/o. of Centre for Genetics Disorders Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Molecular Human Genetics/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Zoology.
Post Code : RJP-029
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Rajiv Kumar D/o. Centre for Experimental Medicine and Surgery. Institute of Medical Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Applied Microbiology/Biochemistry/Zoology/Biot echnology.
D.Q. : Research Experience in vector borne disease surveillance and epidemiology, field entomology/one health approach (supported by relevant publications) will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-030
Dr. Gaurav Baranwal D/o. of Computer Science Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Computer Science/ Information Technology or any related field from an Indian University/Institutes.
D.Q: Research Experience in the field of distributed computing, Edge Computing, Blockchain, Security and Privacy will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-031
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Amarnath Paswan D/o. of Centre for the Study of Social Exclusion Faculty of Social Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD.
D.Q.: Post-Graduation (M.A. History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy Dalit Studies, with 55% marks and UGC-JRF).
Post Code : RJP-032
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Priyabrata Sahoo D/o. Economics Faculty of Social Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD. in Economics/Development Studies / Geography / Population Studies/ Regional Studies and other related areas of social sciences.
D.Q.: Good knowledge of GIS Technique, Tribal Studies, Poverty, Deprivation, Nutrition and Rural Development. Candidates should possess strong writing skills, a sound understanding of econometric estimation software such as EViews/STATA/R/SPSS and ArcGIS. Additionally, experience of working with Primary data and sound data analysis skills and report writing will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-0033
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Rajeev Bhatla D/o. Geophysics Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in a field related to Geophysics/ Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/ Environmental Science/Environmental Science and Technology D.Q.: Research Experience in Climate Modeling/ Climate Change/Monsoon Meteorology and related areas
Post Code : RJP-0034
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Uma Shankar D/o. Geophysics Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in a field related to Geophysics.
D.Q.: Specialization in Exploration Geophysics/Gas Hydrates/Rock Physics/ Well log/ Seismic microzonation from an Indian University/Institute.
Post Code : RJP-0035
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Rajesh Kr. Srivastava D/o. Geology Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Geology / Applied Geology.
D.Q.: Specialization in Igneous Petrology and Geochemistry.
Post Code : RJP-0036
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Rohit Pandey D/o. Geology Institute of Science
E.Q.: PhD in Geology.
D.Q.: Experience of working in the field of Petrology/Geochemistry/Mineralogy/ Ore Geology/EPMA (Electron Probe Micro Analyser) and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy).
Post Code : RJP-0037
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Dawesh Prakash Yadav D/o. Gastroenterology Institute of Medical Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD with first class post-graduate degree in Biochemistry / Microbiology / Biotechnology /Pharmaceutical Chemistry from a recognized Institute/University.
D.Q.: Experience in handling Laboratory instruments/molecular biology techniques, good scienctific writing and preparation of project reports. Experience in project management, patient counselling and managing the overall activities of the project.
Post Code : RJP-0038
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Mousumi Mutsuddi D/o. Molecular and Human Genetics Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Molecular and Human Genetics/Zoology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Science (Animal).
D.Q.: Research Experience in Molecular Biology/Proteomics/Genomics/Drosophila Genetics/Human Genetics/Neurogenetics.
Post Code : RJP-0039
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Gopeshwar Narayan D/o. Molecular and Human Genetics Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Life Sciences/Zoology/Molecular and Human Genetics.
D.Q.: Experience in establishing and maintaining mammalian cell culture and primary cell culture, expertise in Phyto extract preparation and characterization, HRAMS analysis, analysis of NMR data, FACS TRAP Assay, Bisulfite conversion and MSPCR, qPCR, FISH, TUNEL, Senescence Assay, Chromosome preparation and analysis from tumor biopsy samples, HPV typing and copy number analysis.
Post Code : RJP-0040
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Meenakshi Singh D/o. Medicinal Chemistry Institute of Medical Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD degree (Pharmaceutical Sciences/Nanotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology /Life Sc.)
D.Q.: Candidates with strong interest and working experience in broad area such as Molecular biology, Biochemistry, Biochemical assays, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Nanotechnology for efficient drug delivery with expertise in in-vitro and in-vivo study. Preference will be given to those candidates having sound background knowledge.
Post Code : RJP-0041
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Deepika Joshi D/o. Neurology Faculty of Medicine
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Physiotherapy/Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/Life Sciences.
D.Q.: D.Q.: Vast research experience in the field of neurorehabilitation including patient handling, clinical interventions and multi-disciplinary therapeutic approach.
Post Code : RJP-0042
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Abhishek Pathak D/o. Neurology Faculty of Medicine
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/ Microbiology, Zoology from Indian universities/Institutes.
D.Q.: Research Experience in cellular and molecular studies, field studies, extensive experience handling human samples, operating flow cytometry/flow data analysis, and experience in clinical trials, next generation sequencing and bio- informatics will be preferred.
Post Code : RJP-0043
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Rameshwar Nath Chaurasia D/o. Neurology Faculty of Medicine
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Life Science. RJP-0044 Dr. Rajendra Kumar Singh D/o. Physics Institute of Science E.Q.: PhD in Physics.
D.Q.: Candidate should have done M.Sc. and PhD in Physics and must have a proven track record in rechargeable sodium-ion batteries.
Post Code : RJP-0045
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Jayeeta Lahiri D/o. Physics Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Physics/Applied Physics/ Materials Science /Nanoscience/ Engineering.
D.Q.: Experience in (i) Thin film growth and microstructure characterization (ii) THz imaging and spectroscopy techniques is highly desirable and Candidates must have completed their PhD degree within the last two years. Candidates must have secures a minimum of 60% marks (or equivalent grade) from the undergraduate level onwards.
Post Code : RJP-0046
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Papia Acharjee D/o. Zoology Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Zoology/Life Science.
D.Q.: Research Experience in Neuroscience, Proteomics, Animal Behaviour as well as technical expertise in qpcr, in western blotting, big data analysis, immunofluorescence, and handling of small animals such as rats.
Post Code : RJP-0047
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Madhu G. Tapadia D/o. Zoology Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Zoology/Life Science.
D.Q.: Experience in Drosophila biology and Experience in the Confocal microscopy and basic molecular biology techniques. Experience in generation of Transgenic flies. One-year post-doctoral experience in the field of the Drosophila disease model.
Post Code : RJP-0048
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Raghav Kr. Mishra D/o. Zoology Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: Master’s Degree (M.Sc.) with a minimum of 55% marks, along with a PhD in Zoology/Life Sciences/Animal Sciences/ Biotechnology/Biochemistry.
D.Q.: Research Experience in the field of Reproductive Biology (Male Infertility and Erectile Dysfunction) and Natural medicine/Therapeutics, with Rodents (rat/mouse) as model systems.
Post Code : RJP-0049
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Gyaneshwar Chaubey D/o. Zoology Institute of Science
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD
D.Q.: Applicants having working experience Proteomics/ Genomics/ Population Genetics would be preferred. RJP-0050 Dr. Sada Nand Pandey D/o.: Zoology Institute of Science E.Q.: PhD D.Q.: Candidate must have worked extensively on Animal Cell culture including handling of stem cells. The candidate must be worked on different protein expression systems.
Repeated Advertisement:-
Advertised vide Notification No. SRICC/RJP-PDF/2024-25 dated October 01,2024 but no suitable candidates available.
Post Code : RJP-0009
Name of the Mentor/ Department/ Faculty : Dr. Kartikeya Srivastava D/o. Genetics and Plant Breedings Institute of Ag. Sc.
Qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Genetics and Plant Breedings D.Q.: Experience in molecular breeding of oilseeds or field crops evident in publications in reputed journals (Q1)
Other conditions
1) Only those research scholars who have done their Ph.D. from Indian Universities/Institutes with NIRF ranking of up to 50 (overall or in respective areas) or those who have done Ph.D. abroad in top 500 world ranking Universities (Q.S. or T.H.E.) will be eligible. Research scholars who have done their research in Institutions of National Importance are also eligible.
2) The candidates must have proven track record with published work of at least two papers in Q1 or Q2 journals or SCOPUS/ Web of Science listed journals.
3) The RJP-PDF will receive a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 60,000/- p.m. + HRA (Rs. 10,000/- p.m.) and a contingency of Rs. 50,000/- per year (on pro-rata basis).
4) The RJP-PDF will be valid for 12 months from the date of joining of the Fellow.
5) The fellows are expected to publish their work in Q1 or Q2 or SCOPUS/ Web of Science listed journals.
6) The fellow will carry the title of “Raja Jwala Prasad Post-Doctoral Fellow”.
Interested candidates are requested to submit their application in prescribed format along with supporting documents to: The Professor Incharge, Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy Cell, Room No. F-10, Central Office Annex, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh by August 20, 2025.
Raja Jwala Prasad Post Doctoral Fellowship : Application Form
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