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CSIR-CSMCRI Recruitment: Project Associate – I Positions

CSIR Recruitment

Applications are invited for the post of Project Associate – I (PAT-I) to work on the CSIR-sponsored MMP project titled “Region Specific Smart Agrotech (MMP025303)” at CSIR – Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI).

Summary

CSIR-CSMCRI is conducting online interviews for three (3) positions of Project Associate – I. The project focuses on smart agricultural technology and is funded by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi. The engagement is purely temporary for a period of one year.

Designation

Project Associate – I (PAT-I) – 3 Posts

Research Area

Smart Agrotech, Organic Synthesis, Soil Analysis, Machine Learning, and Data Analysis.

Location

CSIR – Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI), Bhavnagar, Gujarat.

Eligibility / Qualification

Essential Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. Degree in Chemistry / Biotechnology / Agriculture / Botany from a recognized university.
  • OR
  • B.E. or B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Biotechnology / Industrial Biotechnology from a recognized university.

Desirable Experience:

Candidates having research experience in the area of organic synthesis or soil analysis, along with experience in machine learning, will be preferred.

Age Limit:

Maximum 35 years as on the application receipt date. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women candidates is applicable as per Government of India/CSIR rules.

Monthly Emoluments:

  • Rs. 31,000/- + HRA: For candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET (including lectureship/assistant professorship) OR GATE OR national-level examinations conducted by Central Government agencies (DBT/DST/etc.).
  • Rs. 25,000/- + HRA: For candidates who do not fall under the above category.

Job Description

Selected candidates will work on the project entitled “Region Specific Smart Agrotech” for a period of one year. Responsibilities and requirements include competency in:

  • Organic Synthesis
  • Soil sample analysis
  • Data analysis

Note: The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Total engagement across CSIR laboratories shall not exceed 6 years.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to send their application/CV along with necessary scanned documents for scrutiny via email to: sumitpramanik@csmcri.res.in.

The CV/application should contain the following details:

  1. Full name, postal address, email address, contact number, and MS Teams ID.
  2. Proof of date of birth.
  3. Details of educational qualifications and experience along with scanned copies of certificates/testimonials.

Applications will be scrutinized, and only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview online via MS Teams. No TA/DA is provided.

Last Date for Apply

12/11/2026 (Receipt of email applications)

Apply Link

For more details, visit the official notification page: CSIR-CSMCRI Job Notification or check temporary jobs at CSMCRI Temporary Vacancies.