IISER Pune Technical Officer and Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026Walk-in

• Only Indian nationals are eligible, and prescribed qualifications must be from recognized universities or institutions.
• Technical Officer / Lead: A master's degree in any Science discipline, Mass Communication, Journalism or Content Writing, plus at least three years of demonstrated leadership experience covering science communication, educational video scripting, grant proposals, institutional reports and digital outreach. A Science Ph.D. with a strong understanding of research, along with expertise in interviewing scientists, science writing and public media engagement, is desirable.
• Technical Assistant – Video: A bachelor's degree in Visual Communication, Mass Communication or Media Production, or any graduate degree with a Diploma in Video Editing or Post-Production. At least one year of practical experience in video editing, audio mixing, colour grading and asset management is required, together with proficiency in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or Final Cut Pro. Experience editing educational content or online lectures is desirable.
• Technical Assistant – Graphic Design: A master's degree in Fine Arts, Visual Communication, Graphic Design or Science, or a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or Visual Communication with a Diploma in Animation/Graphics. At least one year of experience producing scientific illustrations, schematics, journal cover art, infographics and 2D/3D visual assets is required, with hands-on experience using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Blender or Maya.

• Visit the official recruitment advertisement and download the prescribed application form using the 'Apply Now' link beneath the advertisement link.
• Complete the form with all qualifications and experience details.
• Assemble the required original documents, one set of self-attested copies and one recent passport-size colour photograph.
• Attend the walk-in interview at C-101, Guest House, IISER Pune Campus on 18 November 2026, reporting at 10:00 AM.
• Do not report after 10:30 AM, as late arrivals will not be considered for selection.

Three specialist roles at IISER Pune

IISER Pune has issued Advertisement No. 85/2026, dated 30 October 2026, for three temporary contractual appointments. Each role has one vacancy: Technical Officer / Lead in Science Communication and Technical Writing, Technical Assistant in Video Post-Production and Editing, and Technical Assistant in Graphic Design and Science Illustration. Only Indian nationals may attend the selection process.

Match your background to the work

The Officer / Lead role combines content-team leadership, visual storytelling, script development, grant applications, institutional reporting and media communication. It requires a relevant master's degree and at least three years of specified experience. The video role involves editing lectures, MOOC material and outreach videos, handling audio synchronization and basic motion graphics, assembling multi-camera footage and archiving media. The graphic design role focuses on scientific diagrams, publication graphics, cover art and educational visual assets. Both Assistant roles require at least one year of relevant experience and the specified software skills.

Attend the walk-in with complete paperwork

• Download and complete the prescribed application form, recording all qualifications and experience.
• Carry original date-of-birth, educational and experience documents, a government-issued photo ID and the required self-attested copies.
• Bring one recent passport-size colour photograph.
• Report to C-101, Guest House, IISER Pune Campus at 10:00 AM on 18 November 2026. Arrival after 10:30 AM excludes candidates from selection.

Screening and appointment conditions

If attendance is high, the Screening Committee may restrict interviews by considering qualifications and experience beyond the prescribed minimum. Meeting the basic eligibility conditions therefore does not assure an interview.

The initial engagement lasts one year, with extension dependent on satisfactory performance and the position's requirements. These appointments do not provide a claim to absorption at IISER Pune. Monthly consolidated remuneration is Rs. 45,000–50,000 for Officer / Lead and Rs. 32,000–35,000 for the Assistant posts, according to qualifications and experience. Vacancy numbers may change during selection. No TA/DA is payable for attending, and waitlisted candidates may receive an offer if a selected candidate does not join or later resigns.