IISER Thiruvananthapuram Project Scientist I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER Thiruvananthapuram) has notified 1 vacancy for the Project Scientist-1 post on a Contract basis. The appointment is for 1 year extendable to 0.5 year on satisfactory performance. The candidate qualification required for Project Scientist-1 is a Doctoral degree in Physics, or candidates with a thesis submitted can also apply, with specialisation on condensed matter physics. The notified pay is Rs. 58,000 per month + HRA. Candidates can apply by email, sending their CV to Dr. Deepshikha Jaiswal-Nagar using the subject line “Application for Project Scientist-I: your name”. The last date to apply is 18 November 2026. The selection process involves shortlisting by Selection Committee followed by an interview.

IISER Thiruvananthapuram Project Scientist-1 at a Glance

Who Can Apply

Candidates must possess the essential educational qualification and meet the age limit prescribed by the funding agency.

• Essential Qualification: Doctoral degree in Physics. Candidates with thesis submitted can also apply. Specialisation should be on condensed matter physics.
• Desirable Qualifications: Prior experience in depositing thin films using high vacuum deposition systems and gas sensing.
• Age Limit: Maximum 33 years.

Pay and Tenure

The selected candidate will receive a fellowship amount of Rs. 58,000 per month plus HRA. The tenure of the post is 1 year, which is extendable to an additional 0.5 year based on satisfactory performance.

How to Apply for IISER Thiruvananthapuram Project Scientist-1

1. Prepare your detailed CV.
2. Email your CV to Dr. Deepshikha Jaiswal-Nagar at deepshikha@iisertvm.ac.in.
3. Mention the subject line strictly as “Application for Project Scientist-I: your name”.
4. If shortlisted for the interview, submit a printed copy of the application form signed and dated by the applicant, a recent passport size photograph, one photocopy each of all relevant certificates in support of age, qualification, and experience, along with originals of all certificates for verification.

Selection and Interview

Shortlisting of candidates is conducted by a Selection Committee constituted for this purpose if the number of applications received is high, based on qualifications and experience over and above the minimum prescribed. Information regarding the interviews will be sent by email to all shortlisted candidates.

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