IISER Kolkata will hold a walk-in interview on 18 November 2026, with reporting at 10 AM in Lab M254, Second Floor, Research Complex, IISER Kolkata. One temporary Project Assistant post is open in a project funded by The Nature Conservancy India, at Rs 25,000 per month (consolidated). Candidates must not be over 35 years as on 18 November 2026.
IISER Kolkata Project Assistant Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10 AM |
| Venue | Lab M254, Second Floor, Research Complex, IISER Kolkata |
| Posts | Project Assistant (temporary) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs 25,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates with a Master's degree in Natural Science, aged not over 35 years as on 18 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or the selection process.
About IISER Kolkata
IISER Kolkata is the institute issuing this notice. The post is part of a project in the Centre for Climate and Environmental Studies/Department of Biological Sciences. The project is titled "Development of a replicable model…for climate mitigation actions in mosaic landscapes", and its funding agency is The Nature Conservancy India.
Posts and Eligibility
The post is Project Assistant, a temporary position with one vacancy. The qualification is a Master's degree in Natural Science including in the areas of Environmental Science/Microbiology/Ecology/Zoology/Biotechnology/Botany. Proven experience conducting soil field sampling or an interest in soil taxonomy will be an advantage.
Age Limit
The age limit is "must not be over 35 years as on 18th November, 2026". It can be relaxed for certain reserved categories as per rules of the Government of India. Relaxation in age, educational qualifications or experience may be considered in case of exceptionally meritorious candidates.
Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.
Project Background
Climate change and biodiversity loss are affecting the functional integrity of ecosystems and dependent human communities. In this project, soil biodiversity with a focus on mesofauna biodiversity will be used as a tool to address questions related to climate mitigation plans.
Important Instructions
- The position is temporary and will initially be for six months. It can be extended by one year subject to satisfactory performance.
- The pay of Rs 25,000 per month is consolidated.
- For further details about the project, write to Prof. Punyasloke Bhadury at [email protected].
- The address to reach the venue is on the IISER Kolkata "How to reach" page: https://www.iiserkol.ac.in/web/en/contact-us/how-reach/#gsc.tab=0
IISER Kolkata Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Walk-in interview advertisement |
| IISER Kolkata Official Website | Institute website |
