Assistant Professor / Grade I – IISER Thiruvananthapuram (Rolling Advertisement)

RFCSR; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 1,654,000 - 1,982,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HRA

Travel allowance

Pension (NPS)

Job summary

IISER Thiruvananthapuram invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor Grade I across science and interdisciplinary departments. The role encompasses teaching, mentoring graduate students, and pursuing independent research.

The appointment follows a rolling advertisement with initial rounds; first processing begins 15 October 2025. Candidates must have a PhD and relevant experience as per Grade I criteria, with emphasis on interdisciplinary work.

Qualifications

• PhD in the relevant discipline, with good academic record.
• Post-doctoral/research/teaching experience as per Grade I criteria.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Encourages interdisciplinary work and flexibility in specialization.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Lead and mentor graduate students.
• Pursue and supervise research aligned with institute priorities.
• Contribute to institute development and interdepartmental activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research experience

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Job description

Assistant Professor / Grade I – IISER Thiruvananthapuram (Rolling Advertisement)

Organization: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

Position Overview

IISER Thiruvananthapuram has a rolling advertisement inviting applications for faculty positions (Assistant Professor Grade I) across various science and interdisciplinary departments. The applications are reviewed in rounds; the first round processing begins 15 October 2025 . The positions involve teaching, research, mentoring graduate students, and contributing to the growth of the institute.

• PhD in the relevant discipline, with good academic record.
• Minimum years of post-doctoral / research / teaching experience (excluding PhD) as per Grade I criteria.
• Capability to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Interdisciplinary work is encouraged; flexibility in specialisation.

Pay Level 12, Cell 1 plus HRA, travel allowance, pension (NPS). Approx Gross Rs. 1,62,905/month (excluding HRA) for Grade I in this role.

Application Deadline: Rolling: First round application processing begins 15 October 2025 . Portal open continuously.