The Central University of Punjab (CUPB), established in 2009 by an Act of Parliament and accredited with an ‘A+’ grade by NAAC, has announced a walk-in interview for a research position. The university, known for its high NIRF rankings and significant research funding, is inviting qualified candidates for the post of Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical) for an ICMR-funded project.
Job Overview
Central University of Punjab is conducting a walk-in interview for the temporary position of Project Research Scientist – I under the project titled “Deciphering the role of Fibroblast Growth Factors Dynamics in experimental models of Alzheimer’s disease”. The funding agency for this project is ICMR, New Delhi, and the total project duration is 2 years.
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview Date: 16th March, 2026
- Time of Interview: 11:00 AM
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: B.Pharmacy degree and Master degree [M.Pharm/M.S. (Pharm] with minimum of 60% marks [55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD] from a recognized Indian or Foreign University.
- Desirable Qualification: Experience in stereotaxic surgery, In-vitro and molecular biology techniques including RT-PCR, Western blot, In-situ hybridization etc. will be preferred.
Age Limit
Below 30 years on the date of interview. Relaxation in age is permissible for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per Government of India rules.
Salary
Rs. 56000+ HRA (10%) per month for a period of two years and 5% increment in the third year as per ICMR norms.
Selection Process
The selection will be determined through an offline interaction cum walk-in interview scheduled at the university campus.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview on 16th March, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Applicants are required to show original documents at the time of the interaction cum interview. No T.A/D.A. or any other allowances will be paid for attending the interview.
Venue: IQAC Conference Room, Central University of Punjab, VPO Ghudda, Distt. Bathinda-151401 (if changed, it will be intimated through email).
Contact Person: Dr. Rahul Deshmukh, Professor, Department of Pharmacology. Email: [email protected]
Important Instructions
- The post is purely temporary for a limited period or the duration of the Research Project funded by the funding agency.
- The term of engagement is initially for a period of one year, further extendable up to the duration of the project and/or co-terminus with the Research Project based on satisfactory work & conduct.
- The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement or increase/decrease the number of posts at any time without assigning any reason.
- Suppression of factual information, supply of fake documents, or providing false/misleading information shall lead to cancellation of candidature or termination of engagement forthwith.
- The rules and regulations of CUPB and the funding agency will be applicable to the selected candidates.
Official Notification & Links
Conclusion
Qualified candidates seeking a research role in pharmacology and Alzheimer’s disease models are encouraged to participate in the walk-in interview at the Central University of Punjab on the scheduled date.
