Chemical Engineering Job at IIT Guwahati | Apply Now for Research Associate Role
Are you looking for a Research Associate Job or a Chemical Engineering Job in a prestigious institute? Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has announced IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026 for the post of Research Associate-I in the Department of Chemical Engineering. This is an exciting opportunity ideal for candidates with a Ph.D. in Chemical, Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Energy Engineering who want to conduct advanced research on critical minerals and rare earth elements. This govt job opportunity offers candidates the chance to contribute to innovative research projects in one of India’s premier institutes.
About the Company:
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is one of India’s leading engineering institutes known for excellence in education, innovation, and research. Established in 1994, IIT Guwahati has developed strong research programs in chemical engineering, energy systems, materials science, and environmental technology. The institute collaborates with national and international organizations to advance scientific research and technological development. Through initiatives like IIT Guwahati recruitment, the institute offers excellent govt job opportunities for researchers pursuing research associate jobs and chemical engineering jobs in cutting-edge projects.
- Job Title: Research Associate-I
- Project Title: Development of Indigenous technology for the extraction of critical minerals, including rare earth elements, from overlying strata of the Northeastern coalfields
- Department: Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati
Job Details:
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Pay Recommended (Rs.): 58,000/-
- HRA (Rs.): 10,440/-
- Medical (Rs.): 1,250/-
- Total Amount (Rs.): 69,690/-
- Duration of Appointment in Days: 4 months (till 14 July 2026)
- Qualifications: Ph.D. in Chemical/Metallurgy/Mechanical/Energy Engineering
Interview Details:
- Date of Interview: 16 March 2026 (Monday)
- Time: 10:30 AM
- Venue: Online interview (link will be provided to shortlisted candidates)
Application Details:
- Last date of Application: 15th March 2026 (Sunday) 5 PM
- Interested and eligible candidates should apply online by visiting the Recruitment Portal of Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati (https://iitg.ac.in/rndproj/recruitment/).
- Applicants must carefully follow the instructions and guidelines provided on the portal. The relevant position can be accessed by searching for the project title as mentioned in this advertisement.
Contact Information:
- Principal Investigator: Prof. Prabu Vairakannu
- Email: v.prabu@iitg.ac.in
- Phone: 0361-2582279
Additional Information:
- No campus accommodation will be available for the selected candidates.
- No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for appearing in the test and interview.
