Project Associate at BITS Pilani Goa – MSc Microbiology/ Biotechnology Graduates Apply Now!
Looking to launch your research career at one of India’s top institutions? BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, invites applications for the role of Project Associate in the Department of Chemistry. This exciting opportunity is part of a cutting-edge research project in collaboration with Sustainable Bio Solutions Pvt Ltd., focusing on advanced sewage treatment systems and environmental chemistry. Explore a role that offers not only hands-on research but also the possibility to pursue a PhD at BITS Pilani.
Applications are invited for the position of -Project Associate – in the Department of Chemistry at BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, Goa for a – Sustainable Bio solutions Pvt Ltd., India, sponsored research project titled “Performance Evaluation of SUSBIO ECOTREAT Advanced Prefabricated Sewage treatment plant and IOT system.”
Principal Investigator: Prof. Halan Prakash
Broad area of Research: Water Analysis and Treatment, Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry. The project aims to install and evaluate a 5 KLD SUSBIO Ecotreat advanced packaged sewage treatment plant (STP) at the BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa campus. The evaluation will use conventional and IoT-enabled sensor-based methods to monitor water quality. Tertiary treatment processes will be assessed for energy consumption and by-product analysis. The findings will help determine the suitability of the treated water for various uses, in line with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and regulatory norms.
Duration of the project:
One year with evaluation after six months. Candidate selected, and motivated to do PhD degree, will get a chance to apply for PhD degree at BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus.Fellowship Amount (Rs.): -30000/pm + 16% HRA if hostel is not availed
Accommodation: Hostel accommodation will be provided subject to availability and will be governed by the rules and regulations of the Institute prevailing at the time of joining of the candidate.
Qualification:
Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science (Chemistry, Environment Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology OR Graduate/Post Graduate in Degree in Professional Course (Chemical Engineering, Environmental Technology, Biotechnology) selected through a process described through any one of the following:-
- Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests- CSIR –UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- The Selection process through National level examinations conducted by central Government departments and their agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, IIT, IISc, IISER etc.
How to Apply: Interested candidates may send application and curriculum vitae with details of research experience to the principal investigator (email: [email protected]) by 2nd June , 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via e-mail for online/Personal interview to be held at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus and no TA/DA will be paid for the Interview.
Principal Investigator Website Link: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/goa/halan-prakash/
Selected candidate will get a chance to apply for PhD degree at BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus (Rules of PhD program for BITS Pilani are applicable)
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