The Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has invited applications for one temporary post of Research Associate - III on a salary of INR 67000/-pm, for candidates with a Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences. Interested candidates must send a brief CV by email to [email protected] by 30 November 2026. The interview will be online.
IIT Kanpur Research Associate - III at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| Advertisement No. | P.Rect./R&D/2026/223 |
| Department | Biological Sciences and Bioengineering |
| Tenure | Purely temporary, initially for one year; can be extended further based on performance till the duration of the project |
| Post Name(s) | Research Associate - III |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | INR 67000/-pm |
| Job Location | Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, IIT Kanpur |
| Application Mode | Email (brief CV) |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.
About the Department
The advertisement is issued by the Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur - 208016. The notice is signed by Dr. Arun K Shukla of the department. The post is temporary and is tied to the duration of a project; the notice does not give the project's title or funder.
Who Can Apply
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Associate - III (1 post) | Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences |
Desirable work experience as printed in the notice:
- Prior experience in molecular biology techniques, cell culture assays, expression and purification of proteins, and cellular signaling is required.
- Hands-on experience with X-ray crystallography or cryo-EM is preferred but not essential.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum eligibility criteria and the desirable work experience will not be called for the interview. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility of the post.
Pay and Tenure
The salary range is INR 67000/-pm. The position is purely temporary, initially for one year. It can be extended further based on performance till the duration of the project.
How to Apply for IIT Kanpur Research Associate - III
- Prepare a brief CV.
- Send the brief CV by email to [email protected] on or before 30 November 2026.
The notice states that a hard copy of the application or any degree certificate is not required at this stage. It does not give a subject line for the email.
Selection and Interview
- Interview of selected candidates will be carried out online.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum eligibility criteria and the desirable work experience will not be called for the interview.
Important Instructions
- The position is purely temporary; extension depends on performance and is possible only till the duration of the project.
- Applications go by email only at this stage; no hard copy or degree certificate is required.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Application details (brief CV by email) |
| Official Notification PDF | Advertisement P.Rect./R&D/2026/223 |
| Official Website | IIT Kanpur |
