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Are you looking for Project Associate Jobs in a premier national research institute? CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune, has announced a new NCL Recruitment 2025 notification for Project Associate-II positions. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking MSc Chemistry Jobs in advanced research areas such as AEM water electrolyzer technology under a CSIR-sponsored project.
About CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL)
CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune, is one of India’s premier research laboratories under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). NCL is globally recognized for excellence in chemical sciences, catalysis, materials, and sustainable energy research, offering outstanding MSc Chemistry Jobs and Project Associate Jobs through regular NCL Recruitment notifications.
CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory, Pune
- No: 2025/CSIR-NCL/CAT/MMP065202/676
- Division: Catalysis & Inorganic Chemistry (CAT)
Subject: Filling Up Of Positions For Engagement As Project Associate (PAT II)
Applications are invited online for filling up a position on a purely temporary basis, in the prescribed proforma. The details of the Sponsored Project under which engagement is proposed to be made are as follows.
Project Details
- Title of Project: Research, Design, Development, and Demonstration of Indigenous 5 KW AEM Water Electrolyser
- Name of Sponsoring Agency: CSIR
- Project Code: MMP065202
Post Details
- Post Name: Project Associate-II
- Number of Positions: 1
Educational Qualification
Master’s/Integrated Master’s in Natural Sciences from a recognized University, and two (2) years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations, scientific activities, and services.
Essential Qualification:
M.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification / Experience
Prior experience in AEM water electrolyzer research. Hands-on experience in the testing and analysis of the AEM water electrolyzer stack and the operation of the AEM test station. Proficiency in testing anion exchange membranes.
Age Limit
35 years
The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD/women, and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Job Requirement
- AEM stack assembly and testing
- Characterization and analysis of various components of AEMWE, such as catalysts, membranes, etc.
Consolidated Emoluments Per Month
- ₹35,000/- for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent.
- ₹28,000/- for others who do not fall under (i) above.
Last Date to Apply: 07/01/2026
Selection Process
The prescribed educational qualifications are minimal, and merely possessing the same will not entitle candidates to be called for an interview. Based on screening, the Project Leader may restrict the number of candidates for interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified on the website and divisional notice board on 08/01/2026
Interview Details
- Mode: Online
- Date: 09/01/2026
- Time: 09:30 AM
- Platform: Microsoft Teams / Google Meet / Cisco WebEx
No separate interview call letter will be issued. No TA/DA will be admissible. Selected candidates must join immediately on receipt of the offer.
