IISER Pune Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026

IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 invites applications for one Senior Project Associate position in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science and Energy Storage. Eligible Ph.D. candidates can apply for the ₹57,000 plus 30% HRA research position before 31 August 2026.

Date Posted: 20th August 2026

Organization: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune

Organization Profile

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) is a premier research and education institute focused on fundamental sciences, interdisciplinary research and scientific innovation. The institute provides opportunities for researchers to work in areas spanning natural sciences, materials science, environmental science and emerging technologies.

IISER Pune has invited applications from eligible Indian nationals for one Senior Project Associate position under a funded research project.

Position Details

Job Title: Senior Project Associate
Number of Posts: 01
Advertisement No.: 67/2026
Nature of Appointment: Temporary and Contractual
Location: Pune, Maharashtra

The position is suitable for candidates with research expertise in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Energy Storage and battery materials.

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related area.

Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis in the area of Energy Storage are also eligible to apply, as stated in the provided recruitment details.

Desirable / Preferred Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on research experience in:

• Battery materials
• Electrochemical characterization
• Analytical techniques
• Data analysis
• Device testing
• Materials characterization

Candidates with practical laboratory and experimental research experience in energy-storage-related areas may be particularly relevant for this position.

Key Research Responsibilities

The selected Senior Project Associate will contribute to project-related research activities involving:

• Development of advanced materials
• Experimental characterization
• Battery material research
• Electrochemical testing
• Device testing
• Data collection and analysis
• Optimization of materials and experimental processes

The role provides an opportunity to work on research related to energy storage, battery materials and next-generation material applications.

Salary / Remuneration

₹57,000 per month + 30% HRA

The provided recruitment information lists the remuneration as ₹57,000 + 30% HRA.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should apply according to the procedure prescribed by IISER Pune Advertisement No. 67/2026.

Candidates should carefully check the complete official notification for:

• Application procedure
• Application deadline
• Required documents
• Age limit
• Project duration
• Selection procedure
• Detailed eligibility conditions
• Other terms and conditions

Official Website: IISER Pune

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