Life Sciences Opportunity under DBT, Govt. of India funded research project at GBU

Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU) is the World’s First Biotechnology University spread over a 28-acre campus near GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Funded by the Government of Gujarat’s Department of Science & Technology, GBU has, at its core, a culture of excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurship. GBU offers MSc (Res) and PhD programmes in five biotechnology domains with a strong translational focus to deliver biotech solutions for societal challenges. GBU also actively engages with the vibrant life science industry across India.

Post : Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (No. of Positions : 01)

Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate to work on the Department of Biotechnology (DBT, Govt. of India) funded research project at Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU). The post is purely temporary and co-terminates with the project.

Project : Technological advancement for the biomanufacturing of D-allulose, an ultra-low calorie functional sugar of anti-diabetic and anti-obesity potential

Project investigator : Prof. Sudhir Pratap Singh

Minimum Qualifications : • M. Sc. in any branch of life sciences from any reputed university/institute.
• CSIR/UGC NET / GATE / or any other relevant/equivalent nature of test qualified.

Desirable Qualifications :
• Knowledge of molecular biology and enzyme kinetics technologies.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and statistical software.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Age Limit : Up to 35 years on the closing date of the advertisement
Fellowship Duration : One Year, extendable on annual basis for subsequent years (total 3 years or project’s tenure) subject to satisfactory progress, and financial provisions.
Fellowship : INR 37,000 plus 9% HRA as per sanctioned project.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct high-quality research in molecular biology and industrial biotechnology
• Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and researchers.
• Present research findings and manuscript preparation.
• Assist in mentoring junior researchers and students.
• The selected JRF candidate may be allowed to enroll for PhD program as per GBU rules.

How to Apply : Eligible candidates may apply to the Principal Investigator (Prof. Sudhir Pratap Singh), Gujarat Biotechnology University, Gandhinagar by filling up online application Form and uploading supporting documents including latest CV and other credentials. For any queries related to this project you may write to sudhir.singh@gbu.edu.in on or before 16/06/2025. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email regarding the interview process.

Last Date of receiving applications : 16/06/2025