Career for Pharma and Life Sciences candidates in Centre of Excellence, NIPER

BanNational Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) Hajipur, is an autonomous Institute of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament under the aegis of Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India. NIPER Hajipur is establishing a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Biological Therapeutics with substantial funding from the DoP under the Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma-MedTech (PRIP) scheme.

The aim of the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Biological Therapeutics is to develop integrated platforms that enable the generation of Monoclonal Antibodies/Peptides/Proteins/Advanced Vaccines or Biosimilars with high specificity against specific targets of diagnostic and therapeutic interest. Our focus is on non-GMP production-like environments/facilities and test beds for education, innovation, and proof-of- concept experiments in the production of biological products, e.g., monoclonal antibodies, therapeutic enzymes, peptides and proteins, vaccines and gene therapy products.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - One (01)
Post Code : CoE/ 2026/ R1
Max. Age : 50 Years
Essential Qualification : PhD in Biological/ Pharmacological Sciences with a minimum of 10 years of progressive industrial experience in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Desirable :
a) Extensive experience in the biotech industry in developing biologics/biosimilars, including monoclonal antibodies/ Proteins/ Vaccines and related Biopharmaceuticals
b) Demonstrated ability in end‑to‑end product development, with at least one biotherapeutic molecule taken from project initiation to regulatory submission.
c) Proven track record in regulatory‑compliant development of recombinant antibody/ protein-based therapeutics with extensive knowledge in both upstream and downstream processing of Mammalian/ microbial culture-based product development.
d) Should have the proven leadership and management quality of working with various scientists and industry experts.
e) Sound knowledge of ICH guidelines for regulatory submissions.
Salary : Rs.1,25,000/ - + HRA

Business Development Officer/ Project Manager
Post Code : CoE/ 2026/ R2
Max. Age : 40 Years
Essential Qualification : An MBA degree in business, marketing, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, licensing within the pharmaceutical, biotech, CDMO industry involving biologics/biosimilars or allied products. OR Master’s degree in any branch of life Sciences with at least 5 years of experience in the above-mentioned areas. Desirable :
a) Should have experience in blending scientific understanding of various projects of life sciences and its commercial acumen involving academic and establishegd industry partners.
b) A person having an MBA in Pharmaceutical Management/ regulatory affairs or a PhD in biological/pharmaceutical sciences with experience in bridging scientific research with business strategy involving product life cycle management, clinical research, and compliance for biopharmaceuticals.
Salary : Rs.70,000/- + HRA

Senior Scientist - 02 (Two)
Post Code : CoE /2026/ R3
Max. Age :45 Years
Essential Qualification : PhD in Biological Science / Biotechnology/ Life Science/ Pharmacological Sciences with a minimum of 5 years of post-PhD experience in reputed national/international laboratories and/or relevant industry experience in biological therapeutics and product development
Desirable :
a) Hands-on Expertise in monoclonal antibody (mAb) or biosimilar development, proficiency in upstream and/or downstream processing using variable volume bioreactors. Day-to-day operation of mammalian cell culture fermenters, including CHO/HEK systems. Hands-on experience with single-cell printer, imager and related cell line development instruments Experience in advanced molecular biology techniques, stable cell line development, downstream processing of biosimilars/ recombinant peptides or proteins, purification workflows, and bioanalytical characterization Capacity to manage end-to-end biosimilar/biologics development pipelines, including coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Experience working in GMP-compliant biopharmaceutical facilities. Familiarity with regulatory expectations for biologics development.
b) Knowledge of upstream and downstream in cell therapy (CAR-T), gene therapy, cell-based assays, and immunotherapy platforms.
c) Experience with biosimilar or biologics and monoclonal antibody functional assays/new alternative methods (NAMs such as 3D- organoids), Biosimilar or Biologics Immunosafety / toxicity d) Experience with Cell Bank preparation, Characterization for regulatory submissions. All the above should be supported by evidence in peer-reviewed publications, including preprints, if any, granted patents, or translational outputs. Prior experience in designing independent research projects and mentoring students/trainees is highly desirable. Candidates with postdoctoral experience from reputable national/international labs or industrial experience in biologics/biosimilars will be strongly preferred.
Salary : Rs.1,00,000/- + HRA

Scientist / Post- Doctoral Fellow (PDF) - 03 (Three)
Post Code : CoE /2026/ R4
Max. Age :40 Years
Essential Qualification : PhD in Biological Science/Life Science/Biotechnology/ Pharmacological Sciences with 0 to 3 years of post-PhD experience. PhD thesis submitted candidates will also be considered upon recommendation from their PhD thesis supervisors.
Desirable : a) Hands-on experience in upstream and downstream processing of biologicals, biosimilars, or protein-based therapeutics developed using different fermentation systems. Proven skills in cloning, expression, purification, bioassays/NAMs and analytical characterization of biomolecules produced from different host systems. OR
b) Knowledge and experience in CRISPR/Cas9-based gene editing, strain engineering, phage display, or vaccine development. Familiarity with advanced analytical platforms such as HRMS, CD, DSC, FPLC, CE-SDS, preparative HPLC and a range of chromatography and bioassay techniques relevant to biologics development. The knowledge of handing and operation of Bioreactors of 2-10 L and knowledge of upstream and downstream in Biosimilars, cell therapy (CAR T), gene therapy, cell-based assays, and immunotherapy platforms OR c) Experience with biosimilar or biologics and monoclonal antibody functional assays/new alternative methods (such as 3D-organoids), Immuno-safety/toxicity. OR d) Experience in antibody–drug/bio conjugates (ADCs), proven expertise in and across antibody engineering, linker–payload chemistry, conjugation process development, and their characterization. All the above should be supported by evidence from peer-reviewed publications, including preprints, and, if any granted patents are available, they are highly desirable.
Salary : Rs. 58,000/- + HRA

Technician / Project Assistant - 05 (Five)
Post Code : CoE/ 2026/ R5
Max. Age :30 Years
Essential Qualification : Master’s degree in Biological Science/Life Science/Biotechnology/ Pharmacological Sciences from a recognized University/Institute. The students who are appearing for their final semester/year examinations and expected to get their degrees within 1-2 months from that examination dates can also apply for the said post. Desirable: a) Basic knowledge and hands-on experience in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, bioanalytical techniques, working experience with Bioreactors, and Knowledge of upstream and downstream in cell therapy (CAR-T), gene therapy, cell-based assays, and immunotherapy platforms b) Experience with biosimilar or biologics and monoclonal antibody functional assays/new alternative methods (NAMs such as 3D-organoids), Immuno-safety/toxicity Candidates with 1-3 years of work experience in the above areas in a reputed research lab/industry will be preferred.
Salary : Rs. 37,000/- + HRA

General Instructions
1. Candidates of Indian nationality can only apply for these posts.
2. All the advertised positions are strictly on a contractual basis. These positions are project-based and will be co-terminus with the project.
3. The selected candidates will be given an initial contract for 01 year, which can be extended from time to time based on performance, for a maximum of the project completion duration. The contract may be terminated by either party upon one month's advance written notice.
4. If at any stage during the recruitment process, it is found that candidates have furnished false or wrong information, their candidature will be rejected.
5. Incomplete applications or those without relevant supporting documents will be rejected.
6. The candidates should submit separate applications for separate posts.
7. There is NO application fee for all the posts.
8. Age relaxation will be as per the rules of the GoI.
9. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
10. The date, time and mode (physical / online) of the interview will be intimated to the shortlisted candidates only by email.

11. The selected candidates will be entitled to leave as admissible to the contractual staff of the CoE Biological Therapeutics.
12. Selected candidates are not entitled to claim regular appointment/absorption in the institute.
13. The candidates selected for CoE/2026/R5 (Technician/ Project Assistant) positions may be considered for PhD, provided the candidates go through the due procedure of the NIPER PhD program and are found suitable for the same based on performance. 14. No hard copies of the applications should be sent to this office, and no enquiry asking for advice as to eligibility will be entertained.
15. The positions are subject to periodic evaluation of the performance of the selected candidates, and if, on such evaluation, the performance is not found to be satisfactory, the contract may be terminated with one month's notice.
16. The selected candidates will be required to conform to the rules and regulations of the Centre of Excellence (CoE) and NIPER Hajipur in force from time to time and follow the discipline rules of the CoE/Institute, failing which the contract may be withdrawn at any point in time.
17. Other terms & conditions will be governed as per guidelines issued by the DoP / NIPER Hajipur for the engagement of the above positions, as amended from time to time.
18. The prescribed essential qualifications are minimum, and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview.
19. In case of exceptional candidate(s) or having very long experience in a suitable area higher pay may be given by the Competent Authority.
20. All education, professional and technical qualifications should be from a recognized Board/University/Institute. Experience shall be counted for work done after the qualifying degree for the relevant position.

21. Candidates must ensure that he/she fulfil all the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement. If it is found that he/she does not fulfil the stipulated criteria during the recruitment process, the candidate's candidature will be cancelled. If the same is noticed after the appointment, the candidate will be terminated in accordance with due process.
22. The competent authority has the discretion to relax eligibility for exceptional candidates.
23. Candidates canvassing/giving incorrect information/violating norms in any kind, detected at any stage, before or after the selection, will be disqualified with immediate/retrospective effect.
24. Any dispute arising out of this advertisement, including the recruitment process, shall be subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Courts situated at Patna/Hajipur, Bihar Region.
25. The decisions of the Competent Authority, NIPER-Hajipur, will be final and binding in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode of selection, and conduct of examination/interview.
26. All information related to shortlisting, Interview dates, selection, etc. will be notified through email communication to the relevant candidates.
27. The selected candidates are expected to join within 15 days from the date of receiving the offer of appointment.
28. No TA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.

How to Apply :
• Eligible candidates who fulfil the above requirements may send their application in the prescribed format along with self- attested copies of certificates on or before 18th June 2026 by email to recruitment.coe@niperhajipur.ac.in
• Please write the Post Code and the Position in the subject line of the email.
• No hard copies of applications should be sent to NIPER Hajipur.
• Self-attested copies of the following documents must be sent by email along with the application form:
* Date of Birth Certificate.
* Educational qualification certificates.
* Experience certificates, if any.
* List of publications/patents, if any.