Project Associate Vacancy at IISER Pune | Chemistry Research Jobs
Looking for the latest Project Associate Vacancy in a premier research institute? IISER Pune has announced applications for three Project Associate-I positions on a purely temporary and contractual basis. These opportunities are open to candidates with qualifications in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related disciplines. If you are passionate about Chemistry Research and interdisciplinary scientific projects, this recruitment offers an excellent opportunity to work at one of India’s leading Institutes of National Importance.
About the Institute:
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune is a premier institute dedicated to research and teaching in the basic sciences. Established in 2006 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (now the Ministry of Education), IISER Pune was declared an Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament in 2012. The institute is internationally recognized for its excellence in scientific research and interdisciplinary education.
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Job Details:
Post No. 1 – Project Associate-I
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 01 (One) |
| Educational Requirements | M.Sc. / B.Tech. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related areas with a minimum of 70% marks or equivalent grade. Additional percentage cut-off may be applied during screening. |
| Preferred Qualifications | • Hands-on experience in yeast genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry. • Experience with Saccharomyces cerevisiae (strain construction, genetic crosses, transformations, and yeast assays). • Wet lab experience during Master’s thesis. • Experience handling multiple independent projects. • Experience with fluorescence microscopy (widefield/confocal/live-cell imaging) and quantitative image analysis. • Knowledge of condensate biology, proteostasis, or cellular aging is desirable. • Valid NET/GATE qualification. |
| Job Responsibilities | • Conduct research on nucleolar material state and biomolecular condensates. • Investigate cellular aging, ribosome biogenesis, and protein quality control in budding yeast. • Perform molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, and biochemistry experiments. • Maintain laboratory documentation and support research activities. |
| Salary | ₹30,000 + 30% HRA OR ₹37,000 + 30% HRA (for candidates with valid CSIR-NET/GATE/DBT-JRF or equivalent qualification). |
| Tenure | Initially 6 months, extendable based on project continuation and satisfactory performance. |
| Age Limit | Not more than 35 years. |
Post No. 2 – Project Associate-I
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 01 (One) |
| Educational Requirements | M.Sc. / B.Tech. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related areas with a minimum of 70% marks or equivalent grade. Additional percentage cut-off may be applied during screening. |
| Preferred Qualifications | • Experience in mouse handling, rodent behavioral assays, stereotaxic workflows, brain extraction, and cryosectioning. • Experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques. • Master’s thesis focused on wet-lab neurobiology or behavioral neuroscience. • Experience handling independent research projects. • Expertise in DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, and neuro-epigenetics assays. • Valid NET/GPAT qualification. |
| Job Responsibilities | • Assist in neurobiological experiments using mouse models. • Perform stereotaxic surgeries, histology, and advanced behavioral assays. • Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to establish and optimize neurobiological models. • Investigate neural circuit mechanisms involved in defensive behaviors. • Maintain laboratory inventory, behavioral data, imaging records, and ensure compliance with biosafety and animal ethics guidelines. |
| Salary | ₹30,000 + 30% HRA OR ₹37,000 + 30% HRA (for candidates with valid CSIR-NET/GATE/DBT-JRF or equivalent qualification). |
| Tenure | Initially 6 months, extendable based on project continuation and satisfactory performance. |
| Age Limit | Not more than 35 years. |
Post No. 3 – Project Associate-I
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 01 (One) |
| Educational Requirements | M.Sc. / B.Tech. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related areas with a minimum of 70% marks or equivalent grade. Additional percentage cut-off may be applied during screening. |
| Preferred Qualifications | • Experience in genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry. • Experience handling mammalian cell lines, cell culture, and flow cytometry. • Wet lab experience during Master’s thesis. • Experience managing multiple independent projects. • Experience with mutagenesis, cloning, gene editing, and protein-protein interaction studies. • Valid NET/GATE qualification. |
| Job Responsibilities | • Assist in experiments using mammalian cell lines for genetic screening and immunological assays. • Help establish mammalian cell culture systems in the laboratory. • Investigate molecular mechanisms of human Butyrophilins and gamma delta T-cell receptor interactions. • Study T-cell recognition of human cancer cells. • Support laboratory research and maintain scientific documentation. |
| Salary | ₹30,000 + 30% HRA OR ₹37,000 + 30% HRA (for candidates with valid CSIR-NET/GATE/DBT-JRF or equivalent qualification). |
| Tenure | Initially 6 months, extendable based on project continuation and satisfactory performance. |
| Age Limit | Not more than 35 years. |
Documents Required:
- Photocopies of relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, educational qualifications, experiences etc.
- Recent passport size color photograph.
How to Apply – Project Associate Vacancy:
- Interested candidates may click on below given links to apply online.
- Last date of application is 31.07.2026.
- Post No. – 1: Click here to apply
- Post No. – 2: Click here to apply
- Post No. – 3: Click here to apply
- List of shortlisted candidates for selection process with date, time and other details will be put up on the institute website below this advertisement and candidates will be informed by e-mail only.
Additional Information:
- Institute invites applications from Indian nationals for the above posts purely on temporary and contractual basis.
- Selection process details will be published on the institute website.
Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | To be announced via email and IISER Pune website |
If you are searching for a Project Associate Vacancy, this recruitment at IISER Pune offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to high-impact scientific projects across molecular biology, neuroscience, genetics, and Chemistry Research. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online before the application deadline and take the next step in their research career.
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