Designation/Position- Project Scientist Position in IISER
IISER, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, invites applications for Project Scientist Position in IISER from eligible and interested candidates
About- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram is a premier autonomous Institution established by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, for the promotion of high-quality science education and research in the country.
Research/Job Area- Engineering or Technology
Location- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Eligibility/Qualification–
Doctoral degree in Science or Master’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent and Three years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services
| Age | Max. 40 years. Age relaxations applicable as per Government of India guidelines. |
Job/Position Description-
| Name of Post | Project Scientist II |
| Title of the project | The contribution of cross-species innate immune responses to the host control of Q-fever |
| Funding Agency | Indo-UK DBT BBSRC grant |
| Description | The project involves collaboration between investigators in the UK and India. Selected candidate will primarily manage, coordinate project related activities between investigators/institutes involved and the DBT and ensure smooth implementation of the project and to achieve project deliverables. |
| Number of posts | 01 |
| Fellowship amount | Rs. 67,000/- pm + HRA as applicable |
| Tenure of the post | 1 year. Position maybe renewable after a year subject to candidate’s performance. |
How to Apply-
Please complete the google form in the link below
https://forms.gle/nwRgzXiVnevKwhNW7
There are separate fields for attachment of CV and statement of purpose. The applicant’s CV should have complete details on their education, academic performance in undergraduate and graduate degrees, past research work, references, achievements, awards. Please include contact details (phone number, email and postal address). The one-page statement of purpose should explain their rationale and motivation for applying for this position. Candidates should describe work experience relevant for this position. Incomplete applications or applications failing to the meet minimum criteria may not be considered. Scanned copies of educational/professional qualifications will have to be provided, if selected for interview.
January 15, 2026. An online interview will be tentatively scheduled in January. Candidates selected for interview will be notified by email.
Last Date for Apply– 15 January 2026
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