Anna University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Anna University is hiring 1 Project Assistant at the University College of Engineering, BIT Campus, Tiruchirappalli. If you have a PG in Life Sciences (Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry) or a UG/PG in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Engineering/Technology or Biotechnology, you can apply by post. The last date to send your application is 30 May 2026. You will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 25,000 per month.

Anna University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Anna University, BIT Campus, Tiruchirappalli has released an advertisement for 1 Project Assistant post under the CMRG Scheme 2025-26 sponsored by the Directorate of Technical Education (DOTE), Tamil Nadu. The work is in the research project titled "Design, Synthesis, and Anti-Inflammatory Evaluation of Chromone-Based TNF-Alpha Inhibitors Using Integrated Computational and Experimental Approaches" (Project ID: CMRG250326). The post is based in the Department of Pharmaceutical Technology & Centre for Excellence in Nanobio Translational Research. There is no written exam — selection is through interview only.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• PG in Life Sciences — Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar fields
• OR UG/PG in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Engineering/Technology, Biotechnology or equivalent

Desirable Skills

• Basic skills in drug design principles
• Hands-on use of computational tools — Molecular docking, QSAR, Virtual screening, Molecular modelling
• Experience with organic synthesis (reaction set-up, purification)
• Knowledge of spectral analysis
• Use of molecular biological tools — in-vitro and in-vivo studies, statistical analysis

The selected candidate must register for an M.S. by Research / Ph.D. programme at Anna University, Chennai as per prevailing university norms.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated pay of Rs. 25,000 per month.
• No separate HRA, DA or TA — the pay is fully consolidated.

Selection Process

The selection is purely interview-based:

1. Shortlisting: Only short-listed candidates will be called for the interview based on the application and supporting documents.
2. Interview: The date, time, and venue of the interview will be communicated by email only.
3. Document Verification: You must produce original certificates at the time of interview for educational qualifications and professional experience.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply

1. Download the application format (Annexure-I) from the notification PDF on annauniv.edu.
2. Fill the application form in the prescribed format.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
4. Send the completed application by post to:
   Dr. A. Puratchikody (PI), Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, University College of Engineering, BIT Campus, Anna University, Tiruchirappalli — 620024, Tamil Nadu.
5. Mention "Application for the post of Project Assistant — Project ID. CMRG250326" on top of the envelope.
6. Your application must reach the office on or before 30 May 2026.

For queries, you can contact Mob: 91-7305232110 / 9994999304 or email puratchipharma@aubit.edu.in.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 8 May 2026
• Last Date to Send Application by Post: 30 May 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (will be informed by email)
• Project End: February 2028 (the post is co-terminus with the project)

• Work on the design and synthesis of chromone-based TNF-Alpha inhibitors
• Use computational tools like molecular docking, QSAR and virtual screening for drug design
• Set up and run organic synthesis reactions and purify the products
• Carry out spectral analysis of synthesized compounds
• Conduct in-vitro and in-vivo studies for anti-inflammatory evaluation
• Maintain proper laboratory records and prepare reports on experimental results
• Assist the Principal Investigator in publishing research findings
• Register for M.S. by Research or Ph.D. programme at Anna University Chennai