MGU Project Associate Vacancy 2026: Chemistry Graduates Apply
The School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, invites applications for one temporary Project Associate 1 position on a Ramanujan Fellowship project by ANRF. The qualification required is M.Sc. in Chemistry (minimum 60% marks). The last date of application is 31 October 2026.
About Mahatma Gandhi University
Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) is located at Priyadarsini Hills, Kottayam, Kerala. The university’s School of Chemical Sciences is inviting applications for a temporary Project Associate-I position under a Ramanujan Fellowship project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India.
Job Details:
- Position: Project Associate 1
- No. of Posts: 1
- Location: School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam-686 560, Kerala, India
- Address: Priyadarsini Hills P. O., Kottayam, Kerala, India – 686560
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone No.: 0481-2731036
Project Details:
- Project: Ramanujan Fellowship project by ANRF, Govt. of India
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Chinju Govind M. V., Ramanujan Fellow (ANRF), School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam-686 560, Kerala, India
Job Description:
The project will involve conducting laser spectroscopy experiments to investigate photophysical properties of organic molecules and materials along with sample preparation, spectroscopic data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation. This project will also involve small-scale synthesis of organic molecules and their characterisation.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age: Below 28 years
- Qualification (Essential): M.Sc. in Chemistry (minimum 60% marks)
- Candidates who have qualified with NET/GATE will be given preference.
Required Skills:
- Candidates with prior research experience in steady-state or laser spectroscopy will be given preference.
Salary:
- Fellowship: Consolidated amount of Rs. 25,000 per month.
Documents Required:
- Application with a complete CV (having personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, publications, name, affiliation, and email address of two referees) and other relevant documents as a PDF attachment.
How to Apply:
- Eligible and interested candidates should send their application with a complete CV (having personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, publications, name, affiliation, and email address of two referees) and other relevant documents as a PDF attachment via email to [email protected].
- Due date: The last date of application is 31 October 2026. The interview date and details will be informed to the shortlisted candidates via email.
Additional Information:
- The decision of the committee will be final.
- If the number of shortlisted candidates called for the interview is large, the selection committee may decide to restrict the number of candidates for the interview to a reasonable limit after considering qualifications and experience above the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
- The selected candidate will have to join duty immediately on receipt of the offer.
- The fellowship is initially for 1 year and will be renewed based on the candidate’s performance and the availability of funds.
- The fellowship is coterminous with the PI’s Ramanujan Fellowship.
The MGU Project Associate vacancy 2026 offers M.Sc. Chemistry graduates an opportunity to gain research experience in laser spectroscopy, photophysical studies, and organic molecule synthesis. Eligible candidates who meet the academic and age requirements should submit their complete application by 31 October 2026.
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