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Project Associate Jobs at CSIR – CLRI | Chemistry Candidates Apply Now
Project Associate Jobs at CSIR – CLRI. They announced new openings for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering graduates as part of its 2025 recruitment drive. These Project Associate positions offer an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to work in applied chemical sciences, environmental engineering, and leather technology. With competitive monthly emoluments and research-focused roles, this recruitment is ideal for candidates looking to build hands-on expertise in industry-aligned scientific projects. Interested candidates apply at CLRI Careers.
CSIR – CENTRAL LEATHER RESEARCH INSTITUTE, located in Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a pioneering National Laboratory under the aegis of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). As one of the world’s premier institutes, we are engaged in Research & Development in the field of Leather Science & Technology and contribute to various National & International Programs.
Job Title:
Engagement to the positions of Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Senior Project Associate & Junior Research Fellow (Temporary Basis)
Job Details:
CSIR-CLRI invites talented candidates to apply for temporary positions in various projects. The positions, qualifications, tenure, monthly emoluments, and age limits are detailed below:
| Position | Qualification | Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Environmental Engineering OR M.Sc Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Medical Biochemistry | ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | B.Tech Leather Technology | ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | B.Tech Leather Technology (second listing) | ₹25,000 + HRA |
Note: The total tenure of the project staff shall not exceed 6/7 years as per CSIR guidelines. Applicants who have completed this tenure in any CSIR Lab are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply.
Mode of Selection: Candidates may appear for a Written Test / Interview at CSIR-CLRI, Adyar, Chennai, along with the application form and supporting documents. Qualified applicants will be contacted for personal interviews based on written test performance.
Schedule:
- Stage I: Written Test
- Date: 22.12.2025 (Monday) | Time: 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Venue: Triple Helix Auditorium, CLRI
- Note: Candidates qualified via NET/GATE/national level exams are exempt from the written test.
- Stage II: Personal Interview
- Date: 23.12.2025 (Tuesday) | Venue: To be intimated
Application Process:
Submit the Application Form with self-attested photocopies of the requisite certificates and original documents at the interview.
General Terms and Conditions:
- Positions are temporary and co-terminus with the projects.
- The date of determining qualification and age is the date of the Written Test/Interview.
- Candidates must submit complete applications and meet all eligibility criteria.
