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Looking for Biological Sciences Jobs in a reputed institute? Here’s an excellent opportunity under BITS Pilani Recruitment 2026 for Project Fellow positions at the Goa campus. These roles are ideal for candidates planning to build a strong Career in Biotechnology, environmental sustainability, bioleaching, and sanitation research.
About the Institute
Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) is one of India’s most prestigious private universities, known for its strong academic framework, research-driven culture, and industry-oriented programs. Established in 1964, BITS Pilani has consistently ranked among the top institutions for science and technology education in India. With strong national and international collaborations, BITS Pilani offers a vibrant research ecosystem for candidates building a serious career in Biotechnology and biological sciences.
1. Research Assistant
- Title of the Project: “Global Sanitation Graduate School – Regional Hub India”
- About the Project: Hosting the GSGS Regional Hub India Annual Conclave/Workshop and managing GSGS Hub-to-hub exchange and alumni engagement activities.
- Funding Agency: CEPT under Global Sanitation Graduate School
- Duration of the Project: 24 months
- Fellowship Amount: INR 30,000 – 35,000
- Eligibility Requirements: Research experience in the field of wastewater treatment and non-sewered sanitation
2. Project Fellow
- Title of the Project: “Characterization and Sustainable Recovery of Metals from Low-Grade Ores via Leaching and Bioleaching within a Circular Economy Framework”
- About the Project: This project aims to develop a sustainable, closed-loop process for recovering manganese and other valuable metals from low-grade ferruginous ores and mine waste through a combination of chemical leaching, bioleaching using native microorganisms, and hybrid chemical–biological approaches.
- Funding Agency: Ministry of Mines
- Duration of the Project: 36 months
- Fellowship Amount: As per Ministry of Mines norms (~INR 25,000 – 35,000)
- Eligibility Requirements: Master’s in Biological Sciences / Biotechnology or related fields
3. Project Fellow
- Title of the Project: “Sustainable Sanitation for Off-grid Integrated Loops (SOIL): Integrated Treatment and Recovery of Water and Nutrients”
- About the Project: This project aims to demonstrate financially affordable and simple to operate decentralized sanitation treatment technologies that will produce high quality effluent for safe disposal or agricultural re-use, thereby alleviating pressure on limited water resources.
- Funding Agency: Kakatiya Grassroot Innovation Projects (K-GRIP), launched by the Kakatiya Center for Rural Innovation, Technology, and Impact (KRITI) at BITS Pilani.
- Duration of the Project: 12 months (Please note that Project Fellows appointed under K-GRIP may be considered for enrollment into the PhD program, subject to eligibility and as per existing institute norms.)
- Fellowship Amount: INR 25,000 – 35,000
- Eligibility Requirements: Master’s in Biological Sciences / Biotechnology or related fields
How to Apply?
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for various Research positions under the supervision of Prof. Srikanth Mutnuri, Department of Biological Sciences, BITS-Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, Goa. Interested candidates with the mentioned qualifications can send their applications and CV, to the Principal Investigator, by email at [email protected] mentioning the position applied for. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called for online interview in the last week of Feb 2026.
Last Date To Apply: 20 Feb 2026
The Project Fellow opportunities under BITS Pilani Recruitment 2026 present an excellent platform for candidates seeking Biological Sciences Jobs in cutting-edge research areas such as bioleaching, sustainable metal recovery, wastewater treatment, and nutrient recycling. If you are passionate about sustainability, applied biotechnology, and solving real-world environmental challenges, this opportunity at BITS Goa can be a strong step forward in your academic and professional Career in Biotechnology.
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