IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Senior Project Associate / Project Assistant

Last Date to Apply: 08 August 2026

The application window for IISER Pune is closing soon. If you have a degree in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science, you can apply right now. Read ahead to know if you qualify.

What Positions Are Open?

IISER Pune (Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune) is looking for 2 types of staff:

• 1 Senior Project Associate
• 2 Project Assistant

Total vacancies: 3 posts. These are contractual jobs, which means they are temporary positions.

Who Can Apply?

For Senior Project Associate (1 post):

• You must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related subjects
• If you have submitted your Ph.D. thesis in Energy Storage, you can also apply

For Project Assistant (2 posts):

You need any ONE of these:

• M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science, OR
• B.E. or B.Tech. in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering, OR
• B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, or related areas with 1 year of work experience

How Much Money Will You Get?

The house rent allowance is extra money given on top of your salary.

Important Dates

• Last date to submit your application: 08 August 2026

Applications are submitted through email, not an online portal. Once you reach the last date, no more applications will be accepted.

How Will They Select You?

The selection process has two steps:

• Online Interview via Zoom (video call)
• Document Verification (they will check your certificates)

How to Apply

Follow these simple steps:

1. Download the official job notification PDF from the link below
2. Read the notification carefully to understand all requirements
3. Prepare your application with all needed documents
4. Send your application through email before 08 August 2026
5. Keep a copy of your email for your records

The notification PDF will have the exact email address where you need to send your application. Make sure to follow all instructions given in the notification.

No Application Fee

Check the official notification for information about application fees. There may or may not be a fee to apply.

Where to Find Official Information

• Visit the official website: www.iiserpune.ac.in
• Download the notification PDF from the links below
• Read everything carefully before applying

Only apply if you truly meet the qualification requirements. False information in your application can lead to rejection or legal action.