Research Associate Position at IISER Pune, Maharashtra, India
Designation/Position – Research Associate Position at IISER
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, India, invites applications for a Research Associate Position at IISER Pune from eligible and interested candidates.
About- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune is a premier autonomous Institution established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to promote high-quality science education and research in the country. Research Associate Position at IISER
Research/Job Area- Chemistry or other related areas
Location-Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune
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Eligibility/Qualification–
| Minimum educational Qualification / | Ph.D. in Chemistry or related areas. Candidates who have submitted their thesis may also apply |
| Preference | Candidates having following expertise will be preferred: Tracking record of accomplishment in the biopharmaceutical industry, with examples of high impact publications from scientific work to date Experience leading a medicinal chemistry team Experience working in matrix teams of scientists to deliver defined objectives. |
| Job Requirements | Incumbent is expected to do the following: • Utilize experience and creativity in synthetic and medicinal chemistry to advance ADC technology • Execute efficient routes for complex ADC payloads and drug linkers •Interpret SAR and prioritize compounds for in vitro and in vivo biology assessment • Contribute to and lead programs by executing lead optimization strategies and driving discovery goals • Prepare patent applications and publish impactful research • Mentor and manage internal teams for high performance and scientific growth • Expand the capabilities of chemistry department by implementing new techniques and molecular design and implement cutting-edge technologies |
Job/Position Description-
| Name of the Post | Research Associate |
| No. of posts | 02 (Two) |
| Tenure of the appointment | Initially for a period of one year extendable for further period subject to satisfactory performance of the incumbent and continuation of the project. |
| Consolidated emoluments per month | Rs. 45,000/- |
How to Apply-
Interested candidates should send the application by email in the prescribed format available as Apply Now below the advertisement (convert into PDF Format) addressed to chem_app@iiserpune.ac.in on or before 21.03.2026. Please mention “Research Associate and Advt. No.13/2026” in the subject line of the email.
Last Date for Apply– 21 March 2026
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