Post-Doctoral Fellowship at IISER Tirupati | PhD Chemistry Jobs
Post-Doctoral Fellowship. The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati has announced recruitment for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (Research Associate-I) under a MoE-STARS-funded research project. This opportunity is ideal for early-career researchers in synthetic organic chemistry, asymmetric catalysis, and sustainable synthesis, offering high-impact research exposure at a premier national institute. Interested candidates apply for the exciting opportunity at IISER Tirupati.
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is a premier autonomous institution established by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, to promote high-quality science education and research in the country. Post-Doctoral Fellowship.
lign: center;">Advertisement No: 79/2025 Recruitment for the post of “Post-Doctoral Research Fellow.”
The Institute invites applications from Indian nationals for the following positions purely on a contract basis:
How to Apply:
Applicants should send their application by email to chemistry-office@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in; eb.raman@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in, attaching a duly filled application form available below this advertisement. (converted into PDF) on or before the last date, i.e., 25th December 2025, by 5.00 p.m. Please mention the name of the Post in the subject line. No other application form will be accepted. Note: (Sending only resumes/CV by email will not be considered as a complete application).
Only the shortlisted candidates will be notified by email for the interview. Therefore, please mention your active Mobile Number and Email ID in the application form. (Tentative Interview date: 28th December 2025 via virtual mode)
A recent passport-size photograph and photocopies of relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, qualifications, and experience, etc., will be collected at an appropriate stage.
Name of the post: “Post-Doctoral Research Fellow” (Research Associate-I)
Title of the Project: “Divergent catalytic approach to sustainable and affordable synthesis of chiral amines and pharmaceuticals”
Funding Agency: MoE-STARS (Project Code:30524179)
Research Area: Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Asymmetric Synthesis/Catalysis, Organometallics, Sustainable Catalysis.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Ekambaram Balaraman
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. degree in Chemistry from a recognized University / Institute.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Synthetic Organic/Organometallic Chemistry and Asymmetric Synthesis/Catalysis.
Candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting the award of a Ph.D. degree may also apply.
Candidates should provide evidence of having conducted high-quality research during or after their Ph.D. program.
Fellowship:
Rs. 58000/- p.m. + 9% HRA if the candidate produces a Ph.D. Certificate.
Rs. 42000 /- p.m. + 9% HRA – for those candidates whose Ph. D. degree is awaited. However, the candidate must produce a letter from a competent authority stating that the thesis has been submitted and the final viva/defense is pending. A nominal research grant will be available under this program.
No. of post: One (01)
Tenure: The position is temporary for one year and may be extended based on the candidate’s performance or will co-terminate with the project.
Age: Not more than 35 years as of the closing date of the advertisement (as per norms)
Last date: 5.00 P.M. on 25th December 2025
General Information / Details About the Post:
The appointment is purely temporary and will terminate automatically without any notice or compensation on termination of the research project or performance.
The appointed person shall have no claim of appointment/absorption in the Funding Agency or in IISER Tirupati.
The applicant’s appointment will be governed by the terms and conditions of the funding agency, particularly those applicable to the said project.
The qualification prescribed should have been obtained from recognized Universities / Institutions.
The prescribed educational qualifications are the bare minimum, and mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview. Where the number of applications received in response to this advertisement is large, it will not be convenient or possible to interview all the candidates. Based on the recommendations of the Screening Committee, the Project Leader may restrict the number of candidates for the interview to a reasonable limit after taking into consideration the qualifications and experience over and above the minimum prescribed in the advertisement. Therefore, it will be in the candidates’ interest to list all qualifications and experience in the relevant field at the time of application.
Selected candidates will have to join duty immediately on receipt of the offer.
No interim enquiries/correspondence/communication of any sort will be entertained on the matter.
Canvassing in any form and/ or bringing any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification for the post applied for.
