Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune Project Research Scientist-II Notification 2026 has been released on 22-05-2026 on the official website of IISER Pune. A total of 01 vacancy has been announced through the IISER Pune Project Research Scientist-II Recruitment 2026. Candidates not more than 40 years of age who possess a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related areas with a minimum of 3 years of Post-Doctoral experience are eligible to apply for this Project Research Scientist-II vacancy.
The walk-in interview process for IISER Pune Project Research Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 will be conducted on 09-06-2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the walk-in interview details through the direct links provided below in this article.
IISER Pune Project Research Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune has officially released Advertisement No. 32/2026 dated 22/05/2026 for the engagement of Project Research Scientist-II under the ICMR funded project. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility, job requirements, emoluments, age limit, and walk-in interview instructions. Candidates are advised to read the full notification before attending the interview.
IISER Pune Project Research Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 Overview
IISER Pune is recruiting 1 Project Research Scientist-II post on a temporary & contractual basis under ICMR funded project.
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune |
| Advertisement No. | 32/2026 dated 22/05/2026 |
| Post Name | Project Research Scientist-II |
| Project Title | “3-Dimensional Tuberculosis Co-Culture System Guided New Lead Generation” |
| Project Code | 34025795 |
| Funding Agency | Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 (One) |
| Emoluments | Rs. 67,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance (HRA) |
| Tenure | Initially 1 year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the project |
| Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Walk-in Interview Date | Tuesday, 09 June 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.iiserpune.ac.in |
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 22/05/2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 09-06-2026 (Tuesday) |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM (Candidates reporting after 10:30 AM will not be considered) |
| Venue | Seminar Room No. 33, Main Building, IISER Pune |
IISER Pune Project Research Scientist-II Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 01 vacancy has been announced for Project Research Scientist-II under the ICMR funded project.
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-II | 01 |
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related areas with minimum 3 years of Post-Doctoral experience. |
| Preference | Candidates having expertise in multi-step synthesis and characterization of organic compounds and probes, along with experience in using analytical instruments for purity estimation. |
| Job Requirement | Design and synthesize a library of analogues towards the development of new drug candidates for Tuberculosis. |
| Nationality | Indian Citizens only. |
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
Not more than 40 years as on the last date of application. Age relaxation may be considered for candidates having higher qualification and/or experience with the prior approval of the competent authority.
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Selection will be done through Walk-in Interview. Candidates must bring duly filled application form along with all original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies.
Documents Required for Walk-in Interview
- Duly filled prescribed Application Form (Download from IISER Pune website)
- All Originals + One set of self-attested photocopies of:
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Educational Qualification Mark sheets & Certificates (from 10th onwards)
- Experience Certificates
- One Government-issued Photo Identity Proof
- One recent passport-size color photograph
Who should apply for IISER Pune Project Research Scientist-II Recruitment 2026?
- Ph.D. holders in Organic Chemistry with strong post-doctoral research experience.
- Candidates having expertise in multi-step organic synthesis and analytical techniques.
- Researchers interested in drug discovery and medicinal chemistry projects.
How to Apply for IISER Pune Recruitment 2026
Candidates must appear for the Walk-in Interview on 09 June 2026 at the given venue. Download the application form from the official IISER Pune website and fill it carefully. Bring all required documents as mentioned above.
Venue: Seminar Room No.33, Main Building, IISER Pune
Important Instructions for IISER Pune Candidates
- The appointment is purely temporary and contractual. It will automatically terminate upon completion of the project.
- No claim for regular appointment or absorption in IISER Pune or ICMR.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Selected candidates must join immediately.
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Important Link
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
