Various Vacancies for Research Positions in Energy Storage Materials

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Pune, Maharashtra

Apply Deadline

31 Aug 2026

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📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune (IISER Pune)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	M.Sc. (msc), Ph.D. (phd)
Number of Vacancies	2 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹27,000 - ₹57,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 40 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	- For Senior Project Associate: Experience in battery materials, electrochemical characterizations, and device testing is preferred. - For Project Assistant: Project work on energy materials or post-M.Sc. experience is preferred.
Application Fee	- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

📄 Details & Description

- IISER Pune is a premier institute dedicated to research and teaching in basic sciences, established in 2006 and declared an Institute of National Importance in 2012.
- Positions are temporary and contractual, funded by a private agency, with a tenure of 6 months extendable based on performance and project continuation.
- Selected candidates will develop, test, and optimize materials for next-generation batteries and energy devices.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- For Senior Project Associate: Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related areas. Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis in Energy Storage may also apply.
- For Project Assistant: M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science.
- Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience in battery materials, electrochemical characterizations, analytical techniques, data analysis, and device testing.
- Candidates with project work on energy materials or post-M.Sc. experience will be preferred for the Project Assistant role.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email with details of the interview date, time, and mode.
- Interviews will be conducted online via Zoom software only.
- Selection will be based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

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📂 Required Documents

- Photocopies of relevant certificates and testimonials supporting age, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Recent passport-size color photograph.

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the IISER Pune recruitment under Advertisement No. 67/2026?

The last date to apply is 31.08.2026.

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Senior Project Associate and Project Assistant positions at IISER Pune?

There is 1 vacancy each for Senior Project Associate and Project Assistant, totaling 2 vacancies.

Q. What is the upper age limit for applying to the Senior Project Associate position at IISER Pune?

The upper age limit for the Senior Project Associate position is 40 years as of the last date of application.

Q. What is the salary for the Project Assistant position at IISER Pune?

The salary for the Project Assistant position is ₹27,000 per month plus 30% House Rent Allowance.

Q. Will the interview for selected candidates be conducted online or offline?

The interview for selected candidates will be conducted online via Zoom software only.