IISER Kolkata Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

• A B.Sc. in Physics or Chemistry from a recognized university is essential.
• An M.Sc. in Physics or Chemistry is preferred.
• Experience in quantum chemistry calculations is desirable.

• Prepare an updated CV and copies of all academic certificates and marksheets.
• Include your phone number and email address with the application.
• Send the application by email to the address given in the official notice by 20 November 2026.

About the position

IISER Kolkata's Department of Chemical Sciences is recruiting one Project Assistant for an ANRF Advanced Research Grant project. The project studies elementary steps in the surface chemistry of CO₂ on copper surfaces using molecular beam-surface scattering and theoretical methods. The advertisement number is ANRF/ARG/2025/005588/CS, and the project is led by Dr. Ashwani Kumar Tiwari.

The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Its initial duration is one year, with a possible extension depending on performance and project requirements. The fellowship will follow ANRF/DST norms; the notice does not state a specific amount.

Eligibility and work

A B.Sc. in Physics or Chemistry from a recognized university is essential. An M.Sc. in Physics or Chemistry is preferred, while experience in quantum chemistry calculations is desirable. The selected candidate will carry out quantum and classical dynamics calculations concerning molecular collisions with metal surfaces. The research also involves theoretical and computational work on CO₂ surface chemistry.

Submitting an application

The advertisement is dated 05 November 2026 and gives 20 November 2026 as the last date to apply. Candidates should prepare an updated CV, copies of all academic certificates and marksheets, and their phone number and email address. These should be sent by email to the address in the official notice.

The notice heading mentions a walk-in interview and online applications, but it provides no walk-in date or venue. Email is the application method described. The notice does not specify an age limit, application fee or selection process.

Other conditions

No TA/DA will be paid for an interview or interaction. Canvassing will lead to disqualification, and the institute may cancel or modify the advertisement without notice.