Junior Research Assistant position for a project titled- “Microalgal Remediation of Food Industry Wastewater Coupled with Biodiesel Production and Carbon Dot Synthesis: A Sustainable Biorefinery Approach”

Position Summary

The University of Allahabad, Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Department of Botany, invites applications for one purely temporary Junior Research Assistant (JRA) position under a UPCST-sponsored research project titled “Microalgal Remediation of Food Industry Wastewater Coupled with Biodiesel Production and Carbon Dot Synthesis: A Sustainable Biorefinery Approach” (Letter No. CST/Env./D-1241). The project is led by Dr. Shivam Yadav (Principal Investigator) and Dr. Ritu Mishra (Co-PI).

The position is co-terminus with the project and carries a consolidated stipend of ₹25,000 per month for the first two years and ₹28,000 per month in the third year, governed by CST U.P. guidelines and the service conditions of the University of Allahabad. The recruited JRA’s performance will be evaluated at the end of the first year, with a one-year extension based on satisfactory performance.

The essential qualification is an M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Science, or Biochemistry, with a first class in both undergraduate and postgraduate examinations. Candidates with experience in microbiology, algal biology, nanomaterials, and wastewater bioremediation will be given preference. The age limit is a maximum of 28 years as on 1 April 2025 (with relaxation for SC/ST/PH as per GoI rules). Notably, the candidate must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.

Applications in the prescribed format — along with a CV, Uttar Pradesh domicile certificate, self-attested copies of all mark-sheets and certificates, and details of any research or other experience — must reach Dr. Shivam Yadav, PI, Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, University of Allahabad, Colonel Ganj, Prayagraj–211002, by Registered or Speed Post within 15 days of the advertisement, and also be sent as a single PDF to shivamyadav@allduniv.ac.in.

Shortlisting is based on merit and project need; candidates must attend in person with original certificates. No TA/DA is provided, and the post confers no claim to regular appointment.