NISER Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

National Institute of Science Education and Research Bhubaneswar; Odisha; On-site; INR 541,000 - 731,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute of Science Education and Research Bhubaneswar (NISER) invites applications for the Senior Project Associate post in the Research & Development Section under advertisement NISER / R&D / CS2605 / 26 / 2026-27. The appointment is purely temporary for one year or completion of the project, whichever is earlier, with a monthly remuneration of ₹57,000 plus HRA.

Essential qualifications include a four-year Bachelor’s degree (Math/Engineering/Tech) with four years of R&D experience, a

Qualifications

• Four years Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas, and four years’ R&D experience, or a Doctoral Degree.
• Eligible candidates must meet the essential qualification requirements for the Senior Project Associate position.

Skills

R&D experience

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas; four years R&D experience

Doctoral Degree in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas

Job description

National Institute of Science Education and Research Bhubaneswar (NISER), Research & Development Section has announced 1 vacancy for the Senior Project Associate post under advertisement number NISER / R&D / CS2605 / 26 / 2026-27. The temporary engagement is purely for one year or completion of the project, whichever is earlier. Eligible applicants must possess a Four years Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas with four years R&D experience, or a Doctoral Degree. The remuneration is Rs. 57,000 p.m. + HRA. Deadline: 23 October 2026. Interview: 30 October 2026.

NISER Senior Project Associate at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation National Institute of Science Education and Research Bhubaneswar (NISER)

Advertisement No. NISER / R&D / CS2605 / 26 / 2026-27

Department School of Computer Sciences

Project Identity Testing for Algebraic Models

Funding Agency ANRF

Tenure Purely temporary for a period of one year or completion of project, whichever is earlier

Candidates must meet the essential qualification requirements prescribed for the Senior Project Associate position.

• Essential Qualification Option 1: Four years Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas or Master's degree in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas, from a recognized university; AND, four years' experience in R&D in industrial and/or academic institutions.
• Essential Qualification Option 2: Doctoral Degree in Mathematics/Engineering/Technology or related areas from a recognized university.

Pay and Tenure

The selected candidate will receive monthly emoluments of ₹57,000/- p.m. plus HRA as per rules. The position is purely temporary for a period of one year or completion of the project, whichever is earlier, and is strictly co-terminus with the project. It does not lead to any degree in NISER and confers no right or claim for consideration or absorption against any NISER post.

Selection and Interview

Interested candidates must appear for an Online-Interview conducted via Google Meet. The online interview is scheduled for 30.10.2026 at about 10 am. Deadline for email submission is 23.10.2026.

NISER Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. Is the Senior Project Associate position permanent?

No, the position is purely temporary for a period of one year or completion of the project, whichever is earlier, and is strictly co-terminus with the project.

Q2. Are allowances paid in addition to the base salary?

Yes, the monthly emoluments are ₹57,000/- p.m. plus HRA as per rules.

Q3. What is the age limit for this position?

The upper age limit is 50 years as on 23.10.2026.

Q4. What documents need to be emailed for application?

Applicants must email the duly completed application form, scanned copies of relevant certificates, an updated CV, a research statement including a summary of current work and future goals, and contact details of at least two referees.