IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1 Project Research Scientist Post

IIT Roorkee Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released a notification to fill up project positions in the Physics Department. The institute is looking for eligible candidates for the position of Project Research Scientist under the sponsored project "Development of a photonic diagnostic system for Gastro-Intestinal Infections through detection of viruses in stool using Machine-learning enabled Plasmon Enhanced Raman Sensing (GIMPERS)" sponsored by ICMR.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility for Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical)

• Essential Qualification: PhD in the discipline of Physics/ Nanoscience and Nanotechnology/ Biotechnology and Bioscience/ Biomedical Engineering/ Photonics.
• Specific Experience Requirement: Candidates must have worked on nanostructured sensors/biosensors/SERS, machine learning, etc. in their PhD degree.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of both theory and experiments in the aforementioned field. Candidates who have worked on and published papers in the fields of photonic/plasmonic/nanostructured sensors/biosensors/SERS, machine learning, etc. will be given preference.
• Note: Candidates who have recently submitted their thesis are also eligible to apply subject to the condition that they will furnish the proof of the award of Ph.D. degree at the time of interview at IIT Roorkee, if shortlisted. Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

Candidates can apply by sending the following documents to the Principal Investigator via email ([email protected]) by 10th February 2026:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. List of publications (with the most significant publications highlighted)
4. Research statement describing past research and plans for future research in the context of the project title
5. Self-attested copies of degree(s)/certificate(s)

Email Subject Line: "Application for Project Research Scientist position in GIMPERS project"

File Name: "Candidate Name_Institute of PhD Degree_Year of PhD" (PDF format).

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click Here to Download
• Official Website: Click Here
• Apply Online/Email: [email protected]

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for IIT Roorkee Project Research Scientist?
A: The last date to submit documents via email is 10th February 2026. The Walk-in Interview is scheduled for 11th February 2026.

Q2: What is the salary for Project Research Scientist at IIT Roorkee?
A: The selected candidate will receive Rs. 56,000 per month plus HRA as per institute rules.

Q3: Is a PhD mandatory for this position?
A: Yes, a PhD in Physics, Nanoscience, Biotechnology, or related fields is essential. Candidates who have submitted their thesis but not yet received the degree may also apply, provided they can furnish proof at the interview.