Dayananda Sagar University Pharma Fellowship under the Department of Health Research funded research

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Government of India, at Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Post : Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Number of Vacancies : 01
Proposal ID : SUG-2026-1685
Project Title : Development of an AI-Assisted Multimodal Screening System for Early Detection of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study
Funding Agency : Department of Health Research (DHR), Government of India
Principal Investigator (PI) : Dr. Mahadevamma L., Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Project Duration : 3 years

Place of Work : Dr Chandramma Dayananda Sagar Institute of Medical Education & Research, Devarakaggalahalli, Harohalli, Campus - 4, Bengaluru South, Karnataka
Fellowship/Emoluments : 1st year: Rs.28.000/month, 2nd & 3rd year: Rs. 31.000/month

Essential Qualifications
Candidates must possess the qualifications prescribed in the approved project sanction and applicable funding agency guidelines. Relevant qualifications may include M.Pharm (Pharmacy Practice/Pharmacology) and Pharm.D./ Pharm D. (PB) in a relevant discipline.

Desirable Qualifications
• Experience in biomedical, clinical, or pharmaceutical research, where relevant.
• Knowledge of clinical research, participant data collection, and research documentation.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and scientific writing.
• Relevant computer, data science, or AI/ML skills, if required for the project.

Job Responsibilities
• Assist in implementing the approved research project and study procedures.
• Conduct literature reviews and support participant recruitment and research data collection.
• Maintain accurate research records, documentation, and project-related reports.
• Assist with data management, statistical analysis, interpretation, and scientific reporting & publication.
• Perform other project-related duties assigned by the Principal Investigator.

Selection Procedure
Applications will be screened against the prescribed eligibility criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Selection will be based on merit, relevant qualifications, experience, and suitability for the project.

How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should email the following documents to the official email address given below:
• Updated CV/resume.
• Copies of educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Experience certificates and other relevant supporting documents, if applicable.

Email : mahadevamma-sps@dsu.edu.in
Last date for application : 20/11/2026
Email subject Application for the Position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The position is temporary and project-based, and is subject to the sanctioned project duration, approved budget, and applicable funding agency/university rules.