Designation/Position- Research Associate(RA-I) Position
Indian Association for The Cultivation Of Science, Jadavpur, Kolkata, India, invites applications for Research Associate(RA-I) Position at IACS from eligible and interested candidates
About- The Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) is a society registered under Act XXI of 1860 and the corresponding State Act viz. the West Bengal State Registration Act 1961, with its headquarters at 2A & 2B, Raja S. C. Mallick Road, Calcutta – 700 032, West Bengal, India. It has a Governing Council with several members elected or nominated and the Registrar as its Non-Member Secretary. The Council has the functions, duties and power as envisaged in the Memorandum and Bye-Laws per the relevant Act’s provisions.
Research/Job Area-Physics/Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Supramolecular Chemistry
Anion Chemistry
Single Crystal X-ray Structure Analysis
Location- Indian Association for The Cultivation Of Science, Jadavpur, Kolkata, India
First Class or High Second Class B.Sc. Degree in Chemistry
First Class or High Second Class M.Sc. Degree in Chemistry
Minimum average marks of 55% in qualifying examinations
Ph.D. in Chemistry
Desirable Experience
Applicants should have:
Research experience supported by publications in peer-reviewed journals
Expertise in Inorganic Chemistry and Supramolecular Chemistry
Preference Will Be Given To Candidates With:
Research experience in Anion Chemistry
Experience in Single Crystal X-ray Structure Solving
Age Limit
Maximum age: 35 years
Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules
Job/Position Description-
The Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), Kolkata, invites applications from eligible candidates for the position of Research Associate-I (RA-I) in the School of Chemical Sciences. The appointment is purely temporary for a period of six months. Interested candidates possessing a Ph.D. in Chemistry and relevant research experience are encouraged to attend the walk-in interview scheduled on 16 June 2026.
Particulars
Details
Organization
Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS)
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04 June 2026
Position
Research Associate-I (RA-I)
Number of Positions
1
Research Area
Inorganic / Supramolecular Chemistry
Location
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Interview Date
16 June 2026
Interview Time
2:30 PM
Interview Venue
School of Chemical Sciences, Room No. M60, Main Building, IACS
Age Limit
35 Years
Fellowship Duration
6 Months
Salary/Emoluments
As per IACS rules
Application Mode
Walk-in Interview
Designation: Research Associate-I (RA-I)
The selected Research Associate-I will undertake research activities in the area of Inorganic and Supramolecular Chemistry at the School of Chemical Sciences, IACS. The researcher will contribute to ongoing projects, conduct experimental investigations, analyze results, publish research findings, and collaborate with faculty members and research scholars.
Fellowship & Benefits
Position Type: Temporary
Tenure: 6 months from the date of joining
Emoluments: As per the rules of IACS
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
How to Apply–
Eligible and interested candidates should attend the walk-in interview with:
Complete and updated resume/CV (including email address)
Photocopies of all academic certificates and mark sheets
Copies of publications/reprints and other supporting documents
Original certificates for verification of qualifications and experience
Walk-in Interview Details
Date: 16 June 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Venue: School of Chemical Sciences, Room No. M60, Main Building, IACS, Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032
Contact Information
Prof. Pradyut Ghosh School of Chemical Sciences, IACS Email: icpg@iacs.res.in
Last Date for Apply– 16 June 2026 (walk-in-interview)
