Project Scientist-I (Non-Medical) at VIT Vellore!

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We’re Hiring | Project Scientist-I (Non-Medical) at VIT Vellore! The Sustainable Biomaterials Laboratory (SBML) VIT, Vellore, invites applications for the position of Project Scientist-I (Non-Medical) under an ICMR ANVESHAN Extramural Grant – 2026. Project Title: “Bioinstructive Biomineralized 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Integrated Bone–Nerve Regeneration in Critical Defects” Key Research Areas: – Biomaterial synthesis and characterization – Scaffold fabrication and 3D bioprinting – Recombinant protein expression and purification – Stem cell culture and differentiation – Molecular assays, Western blotting and RT-PCR – Bone tissue engineering and regenerative medicine Eligibility: M.Sc./M.Tech. in relevant disciplines, including Material Science, Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering, Nanotechnology, Biomedical Sciences or Biotechnology, with a minimum of 55% marks. Prior research experience and relevant publications are desirable. Fellowship: ₹56,000 per month + 10% HRA for the first two years, with an increment to ₹58,800 per month + 10% HRA in the third year, subject to performance and the Principal Investigator’s recommendation. 📍 Location: VIT, Vellore, Tamil Nadu 📅 Duration: 3 years 🗓️ Application Deadline: 31 October 2026 Interested candidates are requested to apply through the VIT Careers portal and email their CV, certificates, statement of purpose and passport-size photograph to the email addresses specified in the recruitment notification. Please refer to the official advertisement for complete application instructions. Join us in advancing biomaterial-based strategies for integrated bone and nerve regeneration!