IIT Gandhinagar offers a unique undergraduate and graduate education experience in India with unmatched innovations in curriculum. We take pride in our student-centric philosophy resulting in a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for students. The institute promotes critical thinking and an appreciation of the interdisciplinary character of knowledge, with an emphasis on the liberal arts, project oriented learning, compulsory courses in design and the life sciences, diversity and globalization.
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellow Position in the area of DNA nanotechnology.
Job Description : The candidate will be required to set up the experiments for developing physical and chemical biology protocols for developing organic and biological nanoparticles, conjugating multiple biological ligands to programmed DNA nanodevices for interface with cells and tissues. He/she will also have the opportunity to develop advanced laboratory skills (HPLC and Mass-spec, 3D cell culture models, biochemical and molecular biology procedures, live cell microscopy, visits to experts on collaborations). The candidate should be a highly motivated, continuous learner who is able to work independently.
Eligibility : PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Life sciences, Nanosciences, etc. with 1- 2 years of relevant postdoctoral experience from reputed institute with good academic track record in terms of research and publications. Candidates with experience in DNA nanotechnology will be preferred.
Duration : Initial appointment is for 1 year, expected to start from 1 st April 2026, extendable based on performance.
Remuneration : Salary 72000 - 84000 INR per month.
Application Procedure : Candidates must submit their applications by email to Prof. Dhiraj Bhatia
Please attach the following documents (merged in one file)
1. Current CV including publications and experience
2. A one-page summary of previous research/work experience and why you are interested in joining for this project (Statement of Purpose).
Deadline for submission of applications is 28th February 2026.
Queries may be directed to Prof. Dhiraj Bhatia (dhiraj.bhatia@iitgn.ac.in)
DHIRAJ DEVIDAS BHATIA, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences and
Engineering,
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar,
Near Palaj, Gandhinagar 382355, Gujarat, India
E-mail: dhiraj.bhatia@iitgn.ac.in
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