IIT Madras Recruitment 2026: Project Technical Support III

Summary

Applications are invited for the temporary position of Project Technical Support III in the Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras). The selected candidates will work on the prestigious ICMR project titled “Urine-based Non-invasive Tuberculosis Screening Biosensor – Scaling and Testing for Deployment” under the coordination of Prof. Raghavendra Sai V V.

Designation

Designation: Project Technical Support III

Number of Vacancies: 02

Duration: Initially for one year, extendable based on performance.

Pay/Remuneration: INR 28,000/- Month + 30% HRA

Research Area

Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering (ICMR Project: Urine-based Non-invasive Tuberculosis Screening Biosensor – Scaling and Testing for Deployment).

Location

IIT Madras, Chennai – 600 036, Tamil Nadu, India.

Eligibility/Qualification

Qualification: Three-year Graduate degree in relevant subject / field + 3 years post-qualification experience OR Post Graduate (PG) in relevant subject / field.
For Engineering / IT / CS: Four-year Graduate Degree.
Age Limit: Up to 35 years.
Preferred Experience: Practical experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, immunoassays, biomolecular assays, biosensors, biofunctionalization, clinical sample processing, or biomedical technologies. Experience with laboratory instrumentation and assay validation will be an added advantage.

Job Description

The Project Technical Support III will primarily support biofunctionalization processes, assay preparation and execution, assay testing, and clinical benchmarking activities. Key responsibilities include:

Preparation and execution of biofunctionalization protocols for biosensor components.
Preparation and handling of biological samples and assay reagents, execution of TB LAM-related assays, and optimization of experimental conditions.
Testing assay performance using standard reference/testing methods, benchmarking biosensor results, and generating reliable experimental data.
Operating and maintaining relevant laboratory and analytical instruments.
Troubleshooting routine experimental issues and maintaining accurate laboratory records and experimental documentation.
Supporting clinical sample testing, data compilation, inventory management, and preparation of project-related reports.

Last Date for Apply

Last Date for Online Application: 06.11.2026

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online only through the official portal.
Look for Advertisement No. ICSR/PR/Advt.219/2026 and select the relevant position before submitting.
Candidates should fill in their correct active email address as all correspondence will be made via email.
After successful online submission, candidates must obtain a printout of the application form to present when called for document verification/test/interview. Hard copies should NOT be sent to the Institute.

Apply Link

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online using the following official links: