IIT Patna | JRF | Recruitment 2026 for Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
Organization
IIT Patna
Duration
Initially 12 Months (Extendable up to Project Completion Based on Performance)
Fellowship Amount
₹37,000 (JRF) / ₹42,000 (SRF) + HRA Per Month
Overview
About IIT Patna
Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) is one of India's premier institutions of national importance, known for excellence in engineering, science, technology, and research. Through its Research and Development Unit, IIT Patna undertakes several sponsored projects funded by national agencies and industry partners.
About the Fellowship
Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the ANRF-sponsored research project titled "Predictive Mechanistic Modeling of Resin Fouling in Fibro PrismA Chromatography from Cycling Studies."
The project is being conducted in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at IIT Patna and focuses on therapeutic protein purification, chromatography processes, biochemical analysis, and predictive modelling techniques.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research related to protein purification and chromatography.
- Perform biochemical and molecular biology experiments.
- Analyze research data and develop predictive models.
- Assist in project execution and technical reporting.
- Prepare research publications and presentations.
- Collaborate with research team members and project investigators.
- Support experimental design and process optimization activities.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates possessing B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech qualifications in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or allied disciplines can apply.
Preference will be given to candidates having experience in:
- Downstream processing of therapeutic proteins
- Molecular biology
- RT-PCR
- SDS-PAGE
- HPLC-based sample analysis
- Mathematical modelling
- Bioprocess engineering
- Therapeutic protein manufacturing processes
Why Apply?
- Work on an ANRF-funded research project.
- Fellowship up to ₹42,000 plus HRA.
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in biotechnology and biochemical engineering research.
- Exposure to advanced protein purification and chromatography technologies.
- Work under experienced IIT Patna faculty researchers.
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge bioprocessing research.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates should email their application to:
Dr. Lalita Kanwar Shekhawat
Email: lalita@iitp.ac.in
Email Subject:
Application for JRF Position
Required Documents:
- Updated Resume/CV
- Application Form
- Educational Certificates
- Mark Sheets
- GATE/NET Scorecard (if available)
- Supporting Documents and Achievements
- Names of Two Referees
Important Links
Advertisement URL:
https://iitp.ac.in/media/iitp-media/notices/1781276189674-589.pdf
Brochure URL:
https://iitp.ac.in/media/iitp-media/notices/1781276189674-589.pdf
Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: ₹37,000 (JRF) / ₹42,000 (SRF) + HRA Per Month
Eligibility Criteria
OR
M.E./M.Tech in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or related disciplines with minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CPI.
Candidates having experience in downstream processing of therapeutic proteins, molecular biology, biochemical analysis techniques, mathematical modelling, and therapeutic protein bioprocessing will be preferred.
Test Scores Accepted
GATE / CSIR-NET (Preferred)
Important Dates
| 0 | Advertisement Date: 12 June 2026 |
| 1 | Application Last Date: 09 July 2026 |
| 2 | Interview/Written Test: To Be Announced |
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