IIT Hyderabad Recruitment 2026: Project Research Scientist-I Vacancy | Salary ₹72,800 Per Month

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, one of India’s premier institutes, has released an official notification inviting applications for the post of Project Research Scientist-I under an ICMR-funded research project. This is a purely time-bound research position in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and offers an excellent opportunity for PhD holders working in advanced biomedical and nanotechnology research domains.

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  • Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)

  • Location: Kandi, Sangareddy District, Telangana

  • Advertisement Date: 19 January 2026

  • Project Type: ICMR-Sponsored Research Project

Post Details

ParticularsDetails
Post NameProject Research Scientist-I
Number of Posts01
DepartmentBiomedical Engineering
Project Duration12 Months (Extendable based on performance)
Sponsoring AgencyICMR, Government of India

Research Project Title

“Development of Phage-Modified Degradable Nanoclusters for Radio-Immunotherapy of Triple Negative Breast Cancer”

This cutting-edge project focuses on cancer nanomedicine and advanced therapeutic technologies, offering strong exposure to interdisciplinary biomedical research.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

  • Ph.D. in any of the following or equivalent disciplines:

    • Nanomedicine

    • Nanobiotechnology

    • Molecular Medicine

    • Related Biomedical or Life Science streams

Applicants should have a strong research background relevant to nanotechnology, cancer biology, or biomedical engineering.

Salary / Fellowship

  • Monthly Fellowship: ₹72,800/- (inclusive of HRA)

  • No additional allowances are applicable beyond the sanctioned fellowship.

Principal Investigator Contact

For technical or project-related queries, candidates may contact:

  • Dr. Aravind Kumar Rengan

  • Email: aravind@bme.iith.ac.in

  • Address: Department of Biomedical Engineering, IIT Hyderabad, Kandi, Telangana – 502284

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online by filling out the Google Application Form provided in the official notification.

  • Last Date to Apply: 29 January 2026

Only online applications submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Selection Process

  • Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit.

  • Shortlisted applicants will be informed via email.

  • Tentative Interview Date: 30 January 2026

  • Mode of Interview: Online

Important Instructions

  • The position is temporary and project-based.

  • Tenure may be extended depending on performance and project requirements.

  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

  • No campus accommodation will be provided.

  • Final selection is subject to institute norms and project requirements.

Why Apply for IIT Hyderabad Project Jobs?

  • Work at a top-ranked IIT

  • Opportunity to contribute to ICMR-funded cancer research

  • Attractive consolidated salary

  • Exposure to advanced biomedical and nanotechnology research

  • Excellent career boost for academic and research professionals

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