IISER Announces Laboratory Assistant Jobs for M.Sc. Chemistry Graduates
Searching for rewarding Laboratory Assistant Jobs in a prestigious research institution? IISER Recruitment has announced an excellent opportunity for M.Sc Chemistry graduates to contribute to an ANRF-funded scientific project. The position offers hands-on exposure to advanced analytical techniques, metabolomics studies, and laboratory investigations. Candidates passionate about scientific innovation and Chemistry Research can gain valuable experience while working in a research-focused academic environment.
About the Institute:
IISER Recruitment opportunities provide access to one of India’s premier science education and research institutions. Established by the Government of India, IISER is dedicated to integrating high-quality education with world-class scientific investigations. The institute fosters innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research excellence. Through this project, selected candidates will gain exposure to advanced Chemistry Research while contributing to meaningful scientific discoveries.
Recruitment of Scientific/Technical Personnel
- Position: Laboratory Assistant-1 (LA-1, without national eligibility test)
- Title of the Project: Investigating the synergistic interactions between Ayurvedic herbal formulations and antimicrobial agents using system-level metabolomics
- Funding Agency: ANRF-ECRG (Project ID: 2025/003927/CS)
- Number of Posts: 1
- Fellowship Amount: 25000 + HRA
- Tenure of the Post: Initial contract is for 1 year and is extendable based on the performance of the candidate till the termination of project
- Age: Maximum 30
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
- MSc Chemistry with 60% marks (as prescribed by the funding agency)
Desirable Qualifications:
- Analytical science background with experience in mass spectrometry sample preparation, method creation, data acquisition and analysis. Knowledge in metabolomics and proteomics is advantageous.
Last Date: 30th June 2026
How to Apply?
- Interested and eligible candidates can send their application through email to Dr. Sreejith Varma (Email: varma@iisertvm.ac.in), Assistant Professor, School of Chemistry, IISER TVM with the subject line “LA-1 position – Your Name”
- Information about the interviews will be sent by email to all shortlisted candidates.
Documents Required:
- A printed copy of the application form (the one sent by email) signed and dated by the applicant
- Recent passport size photograph
- One photocopy each of all relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, qualification, and experience
- Originals of all certificates for verification of documents
General Information
- Candidates are advised to mention in the application form, all relevant qualifications and experience for the position applied for. The prescribed educational qualifications are the bare minimum. Mere fulfilment of the minimum criteria does not entitle a candidate to be shortlisted for the interview.
- Appointment to the post is governed by the terms and conditions laid down by the funding agency for the specific project and for the specific post.
- The qualifying degree of the candidate for the position applied for must be from a recognized University/Institution.
- The Selection Committee does shortlisting of candidates constituted for this purpose, if the number of applications received is high. Shortlisting is done taking into consideration the qualifications and experience over and above the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
- No Travelling Allowance or Dearness Allowance will be paid for appearing for the interview.
- Selected candidates are required to join duty at the earliest on receipt of the offer letter.
- Appointment is purely temporary and will terminate automatically on closure of the research project, without any further notice or compensation.
- The appointed candidate does not have any right to claim appointment or absorption into the job supported by the funding agency or IISER Thiruvananthapuram during the research project or after the closure of the research project.
These Laboratory Assistant Jobs through IISER Recruitment provide an outstanding opportunity for M.Sc Chemistry graduates to gain hands-on research experience in a nationally funded project. The position offers exposure to advanced analytical techniques and meaningful scientific investigations. Candidates interested in strengthening their expertise in Chemistry Research while working in a prestigious academic institution should apply before the application deadline.
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