Raja Jwala Prasad Post Doctoral Fellowship for BIotech, Life Sciences and Multi disciplines

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.

Raja Jwala Prasad Post- Doctoral Fellowship

Post Code : RJP-051
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Neelam Atri
Department / Faculty : Department of Botany, Mahila Mahavidyalaya
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Botany/Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Biochemistry. D.Q.: Expertise in Bioinformatics OR Microbiology, especially in the field of cyanobacteria of algae.

Post Code : RJP-052
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Jay Prakash Maurya
Department / Faculty : Department of Botany, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Plant Biology/Botany/Plant Science/Plant Biotechnology/Plant Molecular Biology/Genetics/Life Sciences or a closely related discipline. D.Q.: Experience of having worked with plants (Arabidopsis, potato or tomato), plant tissue culture, plant transformation and molecular biology techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, genetic analysis, genotyping, phenotyping, protein-protein and protein-DNA interactions, etc.

Post Code : RJP-053
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Deepak Kumar
Department / Faculty : Department of Botany, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Botany/Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Plant Science/Bioscience/Plant Biotechnology/Plant Molecular Biology/Biochemistry or a closely related discipline. D.Q.: Experience in plant tissue culture, plant transformation, molecular biology (gene cloning, protein-protein/DNA interactions, protein expression and purification, Co-IP and CRISPR/Cas system), microscopy, data analysis and bioinformatics.

Post Code : RJP-054
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Ankush Gupta
Department / Faculty : Department of Biochemistry, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Life Sciences/Zoology. D.Q.: Preference will be given to candidates having research experience in Molecular Biology, recombinant protein expression/purification/characterization, bacteriophage isolation and characterization, with evidence of original research publications in the relevant field.

Post Code : RJP-055
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Rakesh Pandey
Department / Faculty : Department of Bioinformatics, Mahila Mahavidyalaya
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Life Science/Bioinformatics/Zoology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology or any relevant field. D.Q.: Expertise in Cancer Biology, especially Leukaemia, mammalian cell culture (preferably suspension culture) and related molecular biology techniques including gene knockdown/knockout experiments, time/dose assays for prospective drugs, cell viability/cytotoxicity assays.

Post Code : RJP-056
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Vibhav Gautam
Department / Faculty : Centre of Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Institute of Medical Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Biotechnology/Cell Biology/Applied Microbiology/Life Sciences/Zoology/Botany/Bioscience/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Bioinformatics/Forensic Science. D.Q.: Expertise in Cancer Biology, mammalian cell culture and cell line maintenance, molecular and biochemical biology techniques, cell-based functional assays, cell viability assays, cloning of mammalian cancer cell lines, development of drug-resistant cancer cell lines, handling experimental animal models and conducting preclinical studies preferred.

Post Code : RJP-057
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Kanak Roy
Department / Faculty : Department of Chemistry, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Chemical Sciences. D.Q.: Experience in heterogeneous catalysis, CO₂ hydrogenation and catalytic reactors.

Post Code : RJP-058
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Kirpa Ram
Department / Faculty : Department of Chemistry, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD degree (preferably awarded) in Atmospheric/Environmental Science, Environmental Science & Technology, Chemistry, Environmental Technology, Forensic Science, Meteorology, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences, Geochemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Green Chemistry or any allied science discipline. D.Q.: Experience in air pollution monitoring, instrumentation, data handling and analysis, and environmental modelling including PCA, EPA, WRF, etc.

Post Code : RJP-059
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Satpal Singh Badsara
Department / Faculty : Department of Chemistry, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Organic Chemistry. D.Q.: Experience in Electrocatalysis/Photo-Catalysis/Transition Metal-Catalysis for Organic Synthesis.

Post Code : RJP-060
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Divya Prakash
Department / Faculty : Department of Geology, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Geology/Applied Geology/Earth Science related areas. D.Q.: Applicant having prior experience in Metamorphic Petrology or related field will be preferred.

Post Code : RJP-061
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Nafisa Begam
Department / Faculty : Department of Physics, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD degree in Physics. D.Q.: Experience in experimental soft condensed matter Physics, experience in simulations, preferably with programming skills.

Post Code : RJP-062
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Vikas Kumar
Department / Faculty : Department of Physics, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics or Experimental Nuclear Physics. D.Q.: Strong background in Theoretical Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Shell Model Calculations and Allowed and Forbidden Beta Decay studies. Experience with computational nuclear physics and scientific programming will be an added advantage.

Post Code : RJP-063
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Amit Pathak
Department / Faculty : Department of Physics, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Physics. D.Q.: Experience of using Quantum Chemistry Software, research in Astrochemistry, programming skills and knowledge of Machine Learning.

Post Code : RJP-064
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Sanjay Kr. Srivastava
Department / Faculty : Department of Physics, Institute of Sciences
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Physics. D.Q.: Expertise in synthesis of Quantum Dots and 2D-Nanomaterials, characterization of nanomaterials using XRD, SEM, TEM, PL, UV-Vis, Raman Spectroscopy, AFM, etc.; thin-film deposition; and fabrication/measurement of photodetectors based on QDs and 2D nanomaterials.

Post Code : RJP-065
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Rajneesh Kumar
Department / Faculty : Department of Physics, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Physics. D.Q.: Experimental and/or computational skill in plasma physics, space physics, materials for extreme environments and atomic physics.

Post Code : RJP-066
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Swarn Lata Singh
Department / Faculty : Department of Physics, Mahila Mahavidyalaya
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Physics. D.Q.: Prior experience of using MD simulation on soft matter; good at computational/numerical and analytical methods.

Post Code : RJP-067
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Seema Rani
Department / Faculty : Department of Geography, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Geography/Environmental Sciences/Geoinformatics/Climate Science/Atmospheric Science. D.Q.: Experience in GNSS meteorology, atmospheric water vapour studies, climate and hydrological data analysis, GIS and remote sensing, programming (Python/R/MATLAB etc.), statistical modelling, and handling reanalysis and satellite datasets. Familiarity with machine learning and AI applications in atmospheric and climate sciences.

Post Code : RJP-068
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Rajeev Pratap Singh
Department / Faculty : Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: M.Sc. in Environmental Science/Botany/Plant Biotechnology with 55% marks along with Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science/Botany/Plant Biotechnology. D.Q.: Appropriate research experience in plant-microbe interactions, proteomics, riverine ecosystem, plant ecotoxicological response and recycling of organic waste in agriculture.

Post Code : RJP-069
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Prashant Kr. Srivastava
Department / Faculty : Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Agricultural Sciences/Geography/Environmental Science/Electronics/Computer Science/Environmental Science & Technology/Geoinformatics/Physics/Civil Engineering. D.Q.: Prior research experience in remote sensing data handling.

Post Code : RJP-070
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Virendra Kr. Mishra
Department / Faculty : Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Environmental Science/Chemistry/Statistics. D.Q.: Experience in water and wastewater analysis and handling of large datasets.

Post Code : RJP-071
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Jay Prakash Verma
Department / Faculty : Department of DESD, IESD
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Life Science/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Environmental Science/Plant Science or any related field. D.Q.: Research experience in plant-microbe-soil interaction, phytomicrobiome, soil microbiology, sustainable agriculture, bioinformatics, molecular biology, microbial screening and metabolite extraction, upscaling and purification.

Post Code : RJP-072
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Ashish Pathak
Department / Faculty : Department of Mathematics, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: Ph.D. degree in Mathematics, experience in Harmonic Analysis, Microlocal Analysis, Integral Transforms and Wavelet Theory. D.Q.: Experience in wavefront sets, distribution theory and partial differential equations; strong analytical, communication and scientific writing skills; ability to contribute effectively to collaborative research projects.

Post Code : RJP-073
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Pradyot Prakash
Department / Faculty : Department of Microbiology, Institute of Medical Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: MSc & PhD in Microbiology/Botany/Biotechnology/Zoology/Applied Microbiology. D.Q.: Experience and publications in Bacteriology, Antimicrobial Resistance and Bacterial biofilm; drug interventions; and hands-on experience in proteomics and related molecular tools.

Post Code : RJP-074
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Manoj Kumar
Department / Faculty : Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Economics/Geography/Statistics. D.Q.: Demonstrated research experience in development-related issues including health, poverty, nutrition, inequality, labour and other social sector issues; strong proficiency in statistical and econometric analysis using STATA, R, Python, etc.; hands-on experience analysing large-scale national survey datasets including NFHS, NSS, IHDS, LASI, PLFS and similar databases.

Post Code : RJP-075
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Manoj Pandey
Department / Faculty : Department of Surgical Oncology, Institute of Medical Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics. D.Q.: Wet lab experience of DNA/RNA isolation, human cancer tissue handling/human cancer research, PCR, section cutting, staining and IHC.

Post Code : RJP-076
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Department / Faculty : Department of Zoology, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Zoology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Neuroscience and Animal Biotechnology. D.Q.: Strong background in molecular biology, mammalian cell culture, basic endocrinology, reproductive biology and animal handling.

Post Code : RJP-077
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Radha Chaube
Department / Faculty : Department of Zoology, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Zoology/Life Sciences. D.Q.: Prior hands-on experience in the relevant area of Molecular Biology/Bioinformatics/Animal Handling relevant to Zoology fields will be preferred.

Post Code : RJP-078
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Devanjan Sinha
Department / Faculty : Department of Zoology, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Life Sciences/Zoology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology or allied areas. D.Q.: Experience in Drosophila genetics or mouse models, stem cells, tumour biology and metabolic research will be preferred.

Post Code : RJP-079
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Sameer Gupta
Department / Faculty : Department of Zoology, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Zoology/Biochemistry/Neuroscience with a background in Neuroendocrinology/Metabolism/Biochemistry. D.Q.: Strong background in Molecular Biology, Metabolism, Developmental Neurobiology and Basic Endocrinology; expertise in animal handling is a must. Expertise in neuron and astrocyte culture will be preferred.

Post Code : RJP-080
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Amaresh Kumar Singh
Department / Faculty : Department of Zoology, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Zoology/Biochemistry/Animal Biotechnology/Biosciences/Immunology/Developmental Biology. D.Q.: Strong background in Molecular Biology, Immunology and immunological assays, cell culture (primary and cell-line) and basic endocrinology. Candidates with bone biology and immunology expertise will be preferred.

Post Code : RJP-081
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Raghavendra Chaubey
Department / Faculty : Centre for Interdisciplinary Mathematical Sciences, Institute of Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD in Mathematics/Physics. D.Q.: Candidates must have research experience in the field of Cosmology.

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Post Code : RJP-019
Name of the Mentor : Dr. Royana Singh
Department / Faculty : Department of Anatomy, Institute of Medical Science
Essential & Desirable qualifications : E.Q.: PhD with First Class Post Graduate Degree in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Bioinformatics/Zoology from a recognized Institute/University. D.Q.: Experience in advanced molecular biology techniques and laboratory instruments including NGS, CGH Array and Sanger sequencing; bioinformatics, multi-omics data analysis, molecular docking, molecular dynamics (MD) simulation, virtual screening, in-silico drug discovery and target prediction, structural bioinformatics, protein-ligand interaction analysis, scientific writing and project report preparation.

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. of T.H.E.) will be eligible. Research scholars who have done their research in Institution 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.

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 and 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 21, 2026.