JRF Vacancy at IISER Tirupati | Research Jobs for M.Sc. Chemistry
Looking for a JRF Vacancy in a premier research institute? IISER Tirupati Recruitment has announced applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I under a DST-funded research project. Candidates with an M.Sc. in Chemistry or an equivalent qualification can apply for this contract-based opportunity to work on an important healthcare-related research project. Eligible applicants should submit their applications before the closing date.
About the Institute:
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is an autonomous institution of national importance established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute is dedicated to excellence in science education and cutting-edge research across various scientific disciplines, fostering innovation through interdisciplinary research programs.
Advertisement No.: 55/2026
Job Details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I |
| Project Name | DST’s Nodal Center at IISER Tirupati for “Development and Production of Key Starting Materials, Intermediates and Other Raw Materials that are Required by the Health Care Sector” |
| Funding Agency | Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India |
| Principal Investigator (PI) | Dr. Ekambaram Balaraman |
| Co-Principal Investigators (Co-PIs) | Dr. Kiran Kumar Pulukuri, Dr. Gopinath Purushothaman |
| Project Code | 30123145 |
| Number of Posts | 02 (The number of posts is subject to change based on the number of applicants and their suitability for the role.) |
| Essential Qualification | M.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent degree |
| Desirable Qualifications | • First Class or equivalent CGPA at the Master’s degree level.• Valid CSIR/UGC-NET, GATE, INSPIRE, or any other national-level qualifying examination.• Experience in Synthetic Organic Chemistry. |
| Fellowship | ₹37,000 + 10% HRA per month for candidates with CSIR/UGC-NET, GATE, INSPIRE, or other national-level qualifying examinations.OR₹30,000 + 10% HRA per month for candidates without CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE qualification. |
| Tenure | Initial appointment for 7 months, extendable based on satisfactory performance. The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project. |
| Age Limit | Preferably not more than 30 years as on the closing date of the advertisement. |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates should send the application by email in the prescribed format available below this advertisement (convert into PDF Format) to kiran@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in on or before the last date.
- Please mention the name of the Post and Project Code (Junior Research Fellow: 30523164) in the subject line of the email.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by email for an interview. Therefore, please mention an active Mobile Number and Email ID in the application form.
- Recent passport-size photograph and photocopies of relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, qualification, experience, etc. will be collected at an appropriate stage.
- The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of information submitted/documents and photograph.
General Information:
- The appointment is purely temporary and will terminate automatically without any notice or compensation on termination of the research project.
- The appointed person shall have no claim of appointment/absorption in the Funding Agency or in IISER Tirupati.
- Appointment of the applicant will be governed by the terms and conditions of the funding agency particularly applicable to the said project.
- Candidates should ensure that they have educational qualifications from recognized University/Institute and requisite experience, if any, as on the closing date for submission of application.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing for the interview.
- 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 will be treated as a disqualification for the post applied for.
- Candidates selected for this position can also apply for the regular PhD program of IISER Tirupati, provided they satisfy eligibility criteria.
If you’re looking for a JRF Vacancy in a leading research institute, this opportunity offers valuable experience in a DST-funded research project at IISER Tirupati. Through IISER Tirupati Recruitment, eligible candidates can contribute to impactful research while advancing their scientific careers. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
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