Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee – Project Research Scientist Recruitment 2026
IIT Roorkee invites applications for Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical) for the GIMPERS project. PhD in Physics/Nanotechnology/Biotechnology candidates can apply via email before 10 February 2026.
Date Posted: 04 February 2026
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee
Organization Profile
IIT Roorkee is one of the foremost institutes of national importance in higher technological education, engineering, and applied research. Since its inception, the institute has played a pivotal role in producing skilled technical manpower and pioneering research. IIT Roorkee consistently ranks among the top technological institutions worldwide and is recognized as a trend-setter in science, technology, and engineering education.
Research Position
👉 Project Research Scientist (Non-Medical)
Project Title:
Development of a Photonic Diagnostic System for Gastro-Intestinal Infections through Detection of Viruses in Stool using Machine-learning enabled Plasmon Enhanced Raman Sensing (GIMPERS)
Essential Qualifications
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PhD in any of the following disciplines:
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Physics
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
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Biotechnology & Bioscience
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Biomedical Engineering
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Photonics
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Project Details
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Project Duration: 12 Months
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Stipend: ₹56,000/- per month + HRA as per institute rules
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Job Location: IIT Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Apply Mode
📧 Email Application
Important Dates
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Last date to apply: 10 February 2026
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Online Interview: 11 February 2026 from 2:30 PM onwards
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents via email:
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Cover Letter
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Updated CV
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Relevant supporting credentials
📩 Email: sachin.srivastava@ph.iitr.ac.in
Address
Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee
Roorkee–Haridwar Highway
Roorkee – 247667, Uttarakhand
🌐 Website: https://iitr.ac.in/
