📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Senior Project Associate and Project Assistant
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) has released a notification for the recruitment of 1 Senior Project Associate and 2 Project Assistants on a contractual basis. Eligible candidates can apply via email.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) |
| Post Names | Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Advt. No. | 59/2026 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Official Website | www.iiserpune.ac.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:3
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Salary (₹) | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Project Associate | 1 | ₹57,000 + 30% HRA | Ph.D. in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science or related areas (or thesis submitted in Energy Storage) |
| 2 | Project Assistant | 2 | ₹27,000 + 30% HRA | M.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science OR B.E./B.Tech. in Materials Science/Chemical Engineering OR B.Sc. with 1 year experience |
| Total | 3 | |||
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | Ph.D. in Physics / Chemistry / Materials Science or related areas. | Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis in the area of Energy Storage may also apply. |
| Project Assistant | M.Sc. in Physics / Chemistry / Materials Science OR B.E. / B.Tech. in Materials Science / Chemical Engineering OR B.Sc. in Physics / Chemistry or related areas. | Minimum 1 year of work experience for B.Sc. candidates. |
Educational Qualification & Experience:Senior Project Associate: Ph.D. in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science (or thesis submitted in Energy Storage). Project Assistant: M.Sc. in relevant sciences OR B.E./B.Tech. in Materials Science/Chemical Engineering OR B.Sc. with 1 year of experience.
Skills:Research expertise in physics, chemistry, materials science, or energy storage. Relevant laboratory and research skills.
Age Limit:Age limit is not specified in the provided information. Please refer to the official notification.
Salary (per month): Senior Project Associate: ₹57,000 + 30% HRA; Project Assistant: ₹27,000 + 30% HRA.
Selection Procedure:
- Online Interview via Zoom
- Document Verification
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the IISER Pune positions must follow the email application process below.
- Read Official Notification: Download and read the official notification PDF carefully.
- Prepare Application: Prepare a complete bio-data with personal details, educational qualifications, and research experience.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, Ph.D. thesis submission proof if applicable, ID proof, etc.).
- Send Email: Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Subject Line: Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Confirm Deadline: Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 8th August 2026.
Important: Keep a copy of the sent email and all attachments for future reference. The exact email address is available in the official notification.
📅 Important Dates
Last Date for Application (via Email): 8th August 2026
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website: https://www.iiserpune.ac.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Eligibility: Ensure you meet the specific educational qualifications (Ph.D./M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech.) and experience requirements for the post.
- Application Mode: Applications are accepted only via email to the address mentioned in the notification.
- Email Subject: Clearly mention the post name in the subject line.
- Deadline: The last date is 8th August 2026. Send the application well in advance.
- Document Verification: Be prepared for document verification after the online interview.
- No Fee: There is no application fee for any category.
- Contractual Position: The positions are purely contractual.
- Official Notification: Since the direct PDF link may not be accessible, refer to the official IISER Pune website for the detailed notification and the correct email address.