The Department of Biological Sciences at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) has advertised one Project Scientist post for the BIRAC-funded INSACOG wastewater surveillance project, an 18-month engagement at Rs. 67,000 per month plus 20% HRA. Applicants need a doctoral degree in life sciences, or in computational sciences or bioinformatics, or in bioinstrumentation, with at least 60% aggregate marks and five years of research experience. Applications go by email to [email protected] by 10 November 2026.
IISER Bhopal Project Scientist at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal |
| Department | Biological Sciences |
| Project | Expansion of INSACOG Wastewater surveillance of SARS-CoV-2, Emerging Pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance through Genomic-based methods |
| Principal Investigator | Prof. Vineet K. Sharma |
| Funding Agency | BIRAC |
| Tenure | Project duration 18 months |
| Post Name(s) | Project Scientist |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 67,000/- per month + @20% HRA |
| Age Limit | Under 40 years as of 1 December 2026 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 10-11-2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or an advertisement number.
About IISER Bhopal
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal is located on Bhopal By-pass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal 462066. The advertisement is issued by its Department of Biological Sciences and invites eligible Indian Nationals for positions in the INSACOG research project. The post is a project position and not a regular post.
Who Can Apply
Only eligible Indian Nationals can apply. The qualification and experience for the Project Scientist post are as follows.
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist | Doctoral degree in life sciences OR Computational sciences or Bioinformatics OR Bioinstrumentation from a recognised university or an equivalent institution, with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (relaxation will be given as per the GOI guideline) |
Experience: At least five years of experience in research and development during or after Ph.D in microfabrication and scientific instrumentation in industrial and academic institutions, and in sciences and technology organizations.
Age: The candidate should be under 40 years of age as of 1 December 2026. Age relaxation is granted as per the rules of the Government of India; the notice prints no further detail.
Desired Qualification
- Experience in developing and running scientific instruments.
- Familiarity with anaerobic culturing and bioreactors.
- Preferably next-generation sequencing data analysis for genome and metagenome.
- Programming, script writing in Perl or Python or C, database construction, and development of AIML tools.
- Managerial skills, including project management, report writing, and coordination with other institutions.
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact eligibility wording of the post.
Pay and Tenure
The remuneration is Rs. 67,000/- per month + @20% HRA. The project runs for 18 months, and the notice states that all positions are purely temporary and coterminous with the project. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
IISER Bhopal Project Scientist Job Description
The notice describes the role as follows: the candidate will
- engage in anaerobic culturing of microbes and metagenomes;
- perform and coordinate sample collection activities;
- maintain a systematic data repository;
- manage experimental data;
- prepare reports;
- collaborate with other institutions.
How to Apply for IISER Bhopal Project Scientist
- Combine the cover letter, CV, referee details and certificates into a single PDF.
- Send the PDF by email to [email protected].
- Write the subject line exactly as: Application for the post of PS – INSACOG 2026.
- Mention clearly the position you are applying for.
- Send the email on or before 10 November 2026.
Documents named in the notice
- Cover letter.
- Detailed CV, including a photograph, email ID, phone number, educational/professional qualifications, master's thesis title and a brief description of the work done, and details of research experience, if any.
- Names of two referees, with their current position, address and email ID.
- Copies of all academic marksheets and certificates, in chronological order from Class 10 onwards.
- Proof of qualification of a national-level examination (if applicable).
Selection and Interview
Candidates are shortlisted through a comprehensive application screening process, as outlined in position-specific guidelines. Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview before a screening committee, and the notice says shortlisted applicants will be asked to appear for an online interview. The names of shortlisted candidates and the interview dates will be published on the IISERB website. The interview committee's decision is final, and no further correspondence is entertained.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of advertisement | 23 October 2026 |
| Age counted as of | 1 December 2026 |
| Application deadline | 10 November 2026 |
The notice says the deadline may be extended for exceptionally qualified candidates, and that positions remain open until filled.
Important Instructions
- Only shortlisted applicants will be informed. No interim correspondence will be entertained.
- Queries about the post, the nature of the project or the suitability of a candidature can be sent to Dr. Vineet K. Sharma, Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, at [email protected] or +91-755-269-1401.
- The notice also says interested candidates may apply online through a link on the institute's website; the detailed procedure it prints is the email application above.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application details for the Project Scientist post | Application procedure |
| IISER Bhopal Official Notification PDF | Advertisement dated 23 October 2026 |
| IISER Bhopal Official Website | Shortlist and interview dates will be published here |
