IISER Pune Invites Application for Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• 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

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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.