CSIR-IICB Recruitment 2026 Government Jobs | Apply For Scientist Job & Research Jobs
Are you looking for Research Jobs in a reputed Government institute? CSIR-IICB has announced exciting opportunities under Advertisement No. R&C/586/2026 for candidates seeking a Government Job, including MSc Chemistry Jobs and a high-level Scientist Job. These positions offer hands-on research experience in organic synthesis, antimicrobial resistance, and novel drug development. With competitive fellowships and the opportunity to work in advanced laboratories, these roles are ideal for candidates aiming to build a strong career in scientific research and innovation.
About CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB):
CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (CSIR-IICB), Kolkata, is a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India. The institute focuses on cutting-edge research in chemical biology, drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, and molecular biology. Known for its strong scientific infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaborations, CSIR-IICB contributes significantly to national health and pharmaceutical advancements. It provides an excellent platform for researchers pursuing Research Jobs, MSc Chemistry Jobs, and advanced Scientist Job opportunities in the Government research sector.
Advertisement No. : R&C/586/2026
Available Position Details:
Position I
- Vacancy Code: 5862602
- Position: Project Assistant-II
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Project: Development of scalable synthetic protocols employing metal-catalyzed / Functionalization Reaction
- Sponsor: BMS
- Tenure: 01.04.2026 to 31.03.2027
- Qualification: B.Sc (Hons) in Chemistry
- Desirable: M.Sc in Chemistry with experience in organic synthesis, purification, and analysis using NMR, LC-MS
- Age Limit: 35 Years
- Stipend: ₹20,000/- (Consolidated)
Position II
- Vacancy Code: 5862603
- Position: Project Associate-I
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Project: Comprehensive Approach to Address Anti-microbial Resistance (AMR)
- Sponsor: CSIR
- Tenure: Up to 31.03.2027
- Qualification: M.Sc in Chemistry
- Desirable: One year of experience in Organic Synthesis
- Age Limit: 35 Years
- Stipend: ₹31,000/- + HRA (with NET/NET(LS)/GATE), ₹25,000/- + HRA (without NET/NET(LS)/GATE)
Position III
- Vacancy Code: 5862604
- Position: Project Scientist-I
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Project: Discovery and Development of Novel Drugs and Pharmaceuticals
- Sponsor: MoES
- Tenure: Up to 25.01.2027
- Qualification: PhD in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences OR M.Sc in Chemistry / M.Pharm / MS Pharm with 4 years relevant experience
- Desirable: Experience in natural product isolation, characterization, HPLC/Prep-HPLC
- Age Limit: 35 Years
- Stipend: ₹56,000/- + 30% HRA
Walk-In Interview Details
- Date: 27 February 2026 (Thursday)
- Reporting Time: 09:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Interview Time: Walk-in interviews will begin immediately after reporting.
- Venue: CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (CSIR-IICB), Jadavpur Campus, Kolkata – 700032
Terms & Conditions:
- The engagement is purely temporary & co-terminus with the project and therefore, does not confer any right / claim implicit or explicit for regularization or absorption against any IICB / CSIR post.
- The age and qualifications will be reckoned as on the date of the interview.
- The relaxation in the upper age limit of the candidates belonging to the category of SC / ST / PwBD / Women and the category of OBC shall be 05 years and 03 years, respectively, as per CSIR guidelines.
- Interested candidates fulfilling all the above conditions may fill out the Application Form as per the link given below.
- Candidates applying for multiple vacancies should submit a single application form only, listing all relevant vacancy codes in the designated place.
- Interested candidates fulfilling all the above conditions may appear for the walk-in interview to be held on 27.02.2026 from 09.30 a.m. in the CSIR-IICB Jadavpur Campus with a duly filled up Application Form in the prescribed format as furnished herein under the download link and along with the following documents as applicable (original and self-attested copy):
- Matriculation Certificate in support of your date of birth,
- All mark-sheets and certificates regarding educational qualification (since Matriculation),
- No Objection Certificate from the employer if employed,
- Final Mark Sheet of B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Tech/M.Pharm Examination/Ph.D Certificate,
- Documentary proof of NET/NET(LS)/GATE/Equivalent,
- One passport-sized photograph,
- Caste certificate (wherever applicable).
- The Institute reserves the right of selection or rejection of a candidature, including cancellation of the advertisement, without assigning any reason whatsoever.
