"Project Assistant (PA) Recruitment in DBT-BIRAC under BIOE3 – ENZYME R&D Scheme Sponsored Project"

Project Assistant (PA) Recruitment in DBT-BIRAC under BIOE3 – ENZYME R&D Scheme Sponsored Project

Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work as a Project Assistant in the DBT-BIRAC under BIOE3 – ENZYME R&D Scheme Sponsored Project at the Center for Bioenergy and Bioproducts, Department of Biotechnology, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The details are as follows:

• Project TitleProcess development for cellulase production and up-scaling of oligosaccharide production for prebiotic and post-biotic applications in poultry and animal feedsProject Duration2 yearsProject InvestigatorsDr. R.Ravikumar, Professor / Associate Dean R &D, Department of Biotechnology Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India
• Dr. Sivakumar Uthandi- Professor and Head, Dept. of Agricultural Microbiology Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore
• Project DescriptionThe project focuses on developing an integrated bioprocess for producing functional oligosaccharides for poultry and animal feed applications using in-house enzymes.
• The selected candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with TNAU and also industries – Enzymes
• FellowshipRs. 31,000/- per month per DST normsEssential QualificationsM.E./M.Tech in Biotechnology / Food TechnologyDesirable QualificationsExperience in Bioprocess Technology, Enzyme Engineering.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel for research work.

Application Procedure:

• Interested candidates should send their CV to drravikumarr@edu.in with the subject “Application for Project Assistant – DBT-BIRAC R&D Project.”
• The last date to apply is 12.11.2025.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for an online interview (via Google Meet).
• The selected candidates are expected to join immediately (Within 1 week).

Notes:

1. Selected candidates may be encouraged to register for the Ph.D. program at Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, as per institute norms.
2. The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.
3. Unsatisfactory performance may lead to termination of the position with one month’s notice.

Contact:

Dr. R.Ravikumar, Professor, Centre for Bioenergy and Bioproducts, Department of Biotechnology, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Email: drravikumarr@veltech.edu.in Contact Number 9942247257