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“Achievers Postdoctoral Fellow”at IIT Gandhinagar
Project Title : Synthesis of Nanogels for Wound Healing and Intra-Articular Applications
Job Description : The candidate will be required to set up the experiments for the synthesis and characterizations novel polymeric hydrogel platforms for drug delivery and clinical applications. Expertise in chemical synthesis, hydrogel development, self-assembly, cell- culture, and microbiology will be preferred. Prior experience in the development of animal model for diabetic wounds, urinary tract infection, arthritis is also preferred. He/she will also have the opportunity to develop advanced laboratory skills (chemical synthesis, self-assembled hydrogels, writing grant proposal, and working inter IITs). The candidate should be a highly motivated, continuous learner who is able to work independently.
Eligibility : PhD in Chemistry, Nanotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Material Sciences, etc. allied subject areas from reputed institutes with good scientific publication record. Candidates who have defended their thesis and can join us immediately are equally eligible for the position. The percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualifications will be a minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onward and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.
Duration : Initial appointment is for 1 year, extendable up to 2 more year based on annual performance
Remuneration : 1,00,000 INR per month (Consolidated)
Application Procedure : Candidates must send their applications via e-mail to Prof. Mukesh Dhanka (mukesh.d@iitgn.ac.in).
The following documents must be sent as a single pdf attachment to the email:
1. Current CV with list of publications
3. A one-page summary of previous research/work experience
4. A one-page write-up about why you want to take up this postdoc position
5. Name and address of 2 potential referees
MUKESH DHANKA, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Engineering,
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar,
Near Palaj, Gandhinagar 382355, Gujarat, India
E-mail : mukesh.d@iitgn.ac.in
Last date for application : 15th of February 2026
Queries may be directed to Prof. Mukesh Dhanka
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