Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 17 Project Research Scientist, Project Technical Support Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Delhi website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist, Project Technical Support Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist, Project Technical Support Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
Project Research Scientist-II (09 positions)
- 1st class Post Graduate Degree (MSc/MTech/MBA, etc.), including integrated PG degrees, with three years post-qualification experience OR PhD
- Demonstrated relevant experience through publications in the specific domain applied for
- Knowledge of analytical software is essential, including one or more of the following: Python, R, MATLAB, ArcGIS/QGIS, STATA, SAS
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write scientific text and present data
- Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas for new research projects
- Specific experience requirements by domain:
- Air Pollution Exposure Modelling: Air pollution exposure assessment and modelling
- Chemical Transport Modelling: Chemical Transport Modelling expertise
- Emission Inventory: Emission inventories and source apportionment
- Environmental Epidemiology: Environmental or public health data analysis
- Cell Culture: Prior laboratory experience in mammalian cell culture, transfection, aseptic techniques; Molecular biology techniques including cloning, PCR, QPCR; Biochemistry techniques including protein isolation, immunoblotting, tissue staining techniques and microscopy; Previous experience with high-throughput technologies
Project Research Scientist-III (02 positions)
- 1st class Post Graduate Degree in relevant discipline with five years' experience OR PhD + two years post-qualification experience
- Demonstrate relevant experience through publications and proficiency in one or more analytical software (Python, R, STATA, SAS, MATLAB, ArcGIS/QGIS, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write scientific text and present data
- Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas for new research projects
Project Technical Support-III (06 positions)
- 1st class Post Graduate Degree in Science/Engineering (4-year UG Degree) in relevant discipline
- Demonstrated relevant experience and familiarity with any analytical software (R / Python / Advanced Excel / GIS tools etc.) will be an advantage
Salary / Stipend
- Project Research Scientist-II: Rs. 67,000/- per month + HRA @ 30%
- Project Research Scientist-III: Rs. 78,000/- per month + HRA @ 30%
- Project Technical Support-III: Rs. 28,000/- per month
- Increment @ 5% on initial emoluments after completing two years subject to performance review for all posts
- In case of selection of a retired/superannuated government employee, his/her salary will be fixed as per prevailing IRD norms
Important Dates
Selection Process
- IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing of eligible candidates from those satisfying advertised qualification and requirement of the project post
- Short-listed candidates' names will be displayed on web link http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted alongwith the online interview details
- Only short-listed candidates will be informed for online interview
- Posts may be downgraded as per discretion of the Selection Committee if none of the candidate is found suitable for the post
General Information / Instructions
- Appointment shall be on contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable yearly or upto the duration of the project, whichever is earlier
- Appointment is on full-time basis
- Applications are invited from Indian nationals only
- 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to the SC/ST Candidates
- Job location could be IITD Sonipat Campus
- The job is part of the SANJEEVANI project: Strategies for ActioNs to Jointly address climate changE and air pollution for achieving health benefits in India (RP05107G)
- Funding Agency: I.C.M.R., New Delhi
- Project Investigator: Prof. Sagnik Dey
- Department/Centre: Centre for Atmospheric Sciences (CAS)
How to Apply
- Candidates interested to apply for the above posts should download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec of IIT Delhi
- Submit the duly filled form with complete information regarding educational qualifications indicating percentage of marks/division, details of work experience, etc.
- Submit by e-mail with advertisement number (IITD/IRD/015/2026) on the subject line to Prof. Sagnik Dey at email ID: [email protected]
- Application Mode: Online (Email)
- Last Date: 30/01/2026 by 5:00 PM
- For any clarification on eligibility regarding the above posts, candidates may contact Prof. Sagnik Dey at email ID: [email protected]
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