IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026: Project Research Scientist – 1
Applications are invited for a Walk-in Interview for the position of Project Research Scientist – 1 at the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati).
Summary
IIT Guwahati is recruiting for a temporary position of Project Research Scientist – 1 under the research project titled “Understanding the host metabolome to formulate effective diagnostics against dengue virus infection”. Interested candidates meeting the required qualifications can apply online via the IIT Guwahati R&D portal and attend the walk-in interview on November 5, 2026.
Designation
Project Research Scientist – 1 (01 Vacancy)
Research Area
Biosciences and Bioengineering (Focus areas: Mammalian cell culture, virology, recombinant DNA technology, and immunology)
Location
IIT Guwahati, Guwahati – 781039, Assam, India
Eligibility / Qualification
- Essential Qualification: First class Post Graduate (PG) degree, including integrated PG degree.
- Desirable / Preferred Experience: Candidates with hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, virology, recombinant DNA technology, and immunology-related work will be preferred.
Job Description
The selected candidate will work on the research project entitled “Understanding the host metabolome to formulate effective diagnostics against dengue virus infection” at the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Guwahati.
- Duration of Appointment: 05 months
- Total Monthly Remuneration: Rs. 68,450.00 (Pay: Rs. 56,000 + HRA: Rs. 11,200 + Medical: Rs. 1,250)
- Additional Information: No campus accommodation will be available for selected candidates. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the test and interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the online Recruitment Portal of the Research & Development Cell at IIT Guwahati.
- Locate the application for this position by searching for the project title: “Understanding the host metabolome to formulate effective diagnostics against dengue virus infection”.
- Carefully follow the instructions and guidelines provided on the portal to complete your application.
- Attend the Walk-in Interview on the scheduled date and venue. Candidates will not receive separate call letters.
Contact Information for Clarifications:
- Principal Investigator: Sachin Kumar
- Email: sachinku@iitg.ac.in
- Phone: 03612582229
- Technical Support (Online Application): ernd@iitg.ac.in
Last Date for Apply / Walk-in Interview Details
- Interview Date: 5th November 2026 (Thursday)
- Reporting Time: 10:00 AM
- Venue: N-block, Meeting room, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering (BSBE), IIT Guwahati