Title of the Project:Bioinstructive Biomineralized 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Integrated Bone–Nerve Regeneration in Critical Defects.Duration:3 YearsLocation:Vellore Institute of Technology, VelloreQualification:M.Sc / M. Tech (Material Science, Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering, Nanotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology) with a minimum of 55% marks. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience and relevant publications.Skill set required:Candidate with work experience in scaffold fabrication and characterization, 3D bioprinting, Western blot, RT-PCR, Secure cell generation, stem cells culture and differentiation specific to bone tissue engineering applications, animal handling and in-vivo experiments is desirable.Stipend:Rs. 56,000/- + 10 % HRA per month for first two years and increment will be provided for the third year Rs.58,800/- +10% HRA per month based on the candidates performance and recommendation by the PI.Sponsoring Agency:ICMR ANVESHAN Extramural Grants – 2026, Government of IndiaWork functions of the Project Scientist – B (Non – medical)The Project Scientist – B (Non – medical) will be required to do full time research related to this specific project, in particular recombinant protein expression and purification, inorganic biomaterial synthesis and characterization,



scaffold fabrication and characterization, 3D bioprinting, Western blot, RT-PCR, Stable cell generation, stem cells culture and differentiation specific to bone tissue engineering applications, animal handling and in-vivo experiments.Principal Investigator:

Dr. A. Joseph Nathanael

Professor

Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Theranostics (CBCMT)

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore – 632014

Co-Principle Investigator:

Dr. Kanagavel Deepankumar

Associate Professor

School of Biosciences and Technology (SBST)

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore – 632014

Dr. Prakash Mani

Assistant Professor

School of Advances Sciences (SAS)

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore – 632014

Send your resume, Cover letter along with relevant documents pertaining to the details of qualifications, scientific accomplishments, experience (if any) and latest passport size photo, etc. on or before (30/10/2026) through online http://careers.vit.ac.in

· No TA and DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.

· Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at a later date which will be intimated by email.

The selected candidate will be expected to join at the earliest.

📌 Project Scientist – B /ICMR/CBCMT/Dr. A. Joseph Nathanael (Vellore)
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