BITS-Pilani Hyderabad Campus Recruitment 2026: Research Scholar for Cross-Disciplinary Project (1 Vacancy)

This role is most suitable for highly motivated PhD aspirants holding an M.Sc. or M.Tech. degree in computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, or AI/ML-DL. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic record, an interest in interdisciplinary research focusing on parasitic protists and drug repurposing, and are keen to develop or already possess wet-lab research experience. Those looking to pursue a doctoral degree at a prestigious institution like BITS-Pilani, and who are comfortable with a project-based, fixed-term research environment, will find this position highly rewarding.

Individuals primarily seeking permanent employment or government-sector jobs should not apply, as this is a contractual research position for PhD aspirants at a private institution. Applicants without the specified Master's degrees or those uninterested in the intersection of computational biology and parasitic diseases will find the role unsuitable. Those unwilling to commit to a 3-year research project or who prefer solely wet-lab research without a computational component may also be less suited.

BITS-Pilani is recognized as an Institute of Eminence in India, offering a highly respected research environment. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work on a cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary project under a distinguished professor, Prof. Dr. Nishith Gupta. Successfully completing this research role can lead to enrollment in BITS-Pilani's PhD program, significantly enhancing future career prospects in academia, research, or advanced R&D roles in industry. The project's scope in AI-based drug repurposing and protein interactions offers exposure to globally relevant scientific challenges.