Designation/Position- Post Doctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF)
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Tirupati, invites applications for Post Doctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF) position from interested candidates.
About- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is a premier autonomous Institution established by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, for the promotion of high-quality science education and research in the country. Post Doctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF)
Research/Job Area- Chemistry
Location- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Tirupati
Eligibility/Qualification-
- Ph.D. degree in Chemistry from a recognized University / Institute.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Synthetic Organic/Organometallic Chemistry and Asymmetric Synthesis/Catalysis.
- Candidates who have submitted their thesis and awaiting the award of a Ph.D. degree may also apply.
Candidates should provide evidence of having conducted high-quality research during or after their Ph.D. program.
| Age | Not more than 35 years as o fthe closing date of the advertisement. |
Job/Position Description-
The Institute invites applications from Indian nationals for the following position purely on a contract basis:
| Name of the post | “Post-Doctoral Research fellow” (Research Associate-I) |
| Title of the Project | “Divergent catalytic approach to sustainable and affordable synthesis of chiral amines and pharmaceuticals” |
| Funding Agency | MoE-STARS (Project Code:30524179) |
| Research Area | Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Asymmetric Synthesis/Catalysis, Organometallics, Sustainable Catalysis. |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Ekambaram Balaraman |
| Fellowship | Rs. 58000/- p.m. + 9% HRA if the candidate produces the Ph.D. Certificate. Rs.42000 /- p.m. + 9% HRA – for those candidates whose Ph. D. degree is awaited. However, the candidate must produce a letter from a competent authority stating that the thesis has been submitted and the final viva/defense is pending. A nominal research grant will be available under this program. |
| No. of post | One (01) |
| Tenure | The position is temporary for one year and may be extended based on the candidate’s performance or will co-terminate with the project. |
How to Apply-
- Applicants should send their application by email to chemistry-office@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in; eb.raman@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in attaching duly filled application form available below this advt. (converted into PDF) on or before the last date i.e., 25th December 2025 by 5.00 p.m. Please mention the name of the Post in the subject line. No other application form will be accepted. Note: (Sending only resumes/CV by email will not be considered as complete application).
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be notified by email for interview. Therefore, please mention active Mobile Number and Email ID in the application form. (Tentative Interview date: 28th December 2025 via virtual mode)
Last Date for Apply– 25 December 2025
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