MSc Chemistry Project Jobs at IISER Thiruvananthapuram for MSc Graduates
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram, a premier science education and research institute under the Government of India, is inviting applications for the post of Project Assistant. This recruitment is for a Ministry of Education-funded project focusing on electrochemical synthesis of 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid from biomass-derived 5-hydroxymethylfurfural.
About the Institution
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram is an autonomous institution established by the Government of India to promote excellence in science education and research. Located in Kerala, IISER Thiruvananthapuram offers integrated BS-MS, PhD, and postdoctoral programs, combining high-quality teaching with cutting-edge research in disciplines such as physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and earth sciences. The institute emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, innovation, and hands-on research experience, nurturing future scientists and researchers. With state-of-the-art laboratories and active collaborations with national and international institutions, IISER Thiruvananthapuram plays a key role in advancing scientific knowledge and fostering a strong research ecosystem in India.
Project Details:
- Post Name: Project Assistant
- Project Title: Electrochemical Routes to Synthesize 2,5-Furandicarboxylic Acid from Biomass-Derived 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural
- Funding Agency: Ministry of Education
- Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum Educational Qualification: MSc in Chemistry (preferably with synthetic skills) with a minimum of 60% marks (as per funding agency norms)
- Age Limit: Below 30 years
- Desirable Qualification: Hands-on synthetic chemistry skills preferred
Fellowship and Tenure:
- Fellowship: Rs. 25,000 per month + admissible HRA
- Tenure: Less than 1 year (renewable every six months based on performance)
Interview Details:
- Date & Time: 29th August 2025, 10:00 AM
- Venue: Room CSB 4202, Chemical Sciences Building, IISER Vithura campus
- Application Process: Eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview with original certificates and submit photocopies for verification.
General Information:
- Fulfillment of minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting.
- Selection will follow funding agency terms and project-specific conditions.
- The degree must be from a recognized University/Institution.
- If applications are high, candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates must join immediately upon receiving the offer.
- The appointment is purely temporary and ends automatically with the project closure.
- No claim for regular appointment or absorption at IISER or the funding agency after the project ends.
LINK FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION
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