Project Scientific Assistant B (IT)

Icts; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier research institute in Bengaluru is seeking self-driven individuals for IT support roles. Responsibilities include user management, troubleshooting, hardware and software installation, and vendor coordination. Candidates should have a full-time science degree or engineering diploma with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. This position initially offers a one-year appointment with potential for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar work profile.
• Knowledge of personal computers and applications.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for all IT-related tasks.
• Responsible for day-to-day IT requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors and handle IT procurements.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Full Time Science Graduate in Computer Science or related fields

Full-time Diploma in Engineering in relevant disciplines

Tools

Windows

Linux

Mac OS

Job description

The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (ICTS‑TIFR), a premier research centre (an Autonomous, Grant‑in‑Aid Institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India and a Deemed University) is looking for highly motivated and self‑driven individuals for the below post under the unreserved category at its Bengaluru Campus. The required qualifications and experience are given below:

• Full Time Science Graduate (from a recognised University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), Electronics & Communication (EC), Information Technology (IT), Computer Hardware and Networking and equivalent.
• Full‑time Diploma in Engineering (from a recognised University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), Electronics & Communication (EC), Information Technology (IT), Computer Hardware and Networking and equivalent.

Knowledge of use of personal computers and its applications.

Minimum 2 years experience in a similar work profile.

Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems (installation, configuration & troubleshooting).

Excellent problem solving and communication skills.

Ability to work in a team as well as independently.

Job Profile

This job involves providing administrative support for all the IT related tasks of the Centre. This broadly includes the following functions:

• Responsible for day‑to‑day IT requirements i.e. user management, troubleshooting, hardware/software installation, printer deployment, and managing ERP application backups.
• Wireless access points, managing CCTV infrastructure and video management server, auditing systems and software, maintaining documentation.
• Coordinating with vendors, handling IP‑Phone installation and maintenance, IT procurements, coordinate physical verification of IT equipment.
• Any other task assigned by the Centre Director.

General Instructions

All the above posts are tenable at ICTS, Bangalore.

Appointments for the above post will be initially for one year which may be extended depending upon the individual’s performance and the requirements of the Centre.

Prescribed age and experience should not exceed as on 01 January 2026 for the above posts.

Interested candidates for the above post should Apply Online only and submit their application latest by 12 April 2026. Please keep the scanned copies of the following documents before applying online.

• Identity Proof (Adhar Card / Election Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence).
• Resume/CV.
• Date of birth/ Proof of age.
• Educational Qualification (all mark sheets and certificates). The qualifications prescribed should have been obtained from recognised Universities/Institutions/Boards. In case Universities/Board award letter grades/CGPA/OGPA, the same will have to be indicated as an equivalent percentage of marks as per the norms adopted by the University/Board. In the absence of the same, the candidature will not be considered.
• Experience certificate(s) from the employer giving full details such as joining date, position held, salary drawn, the period of employment and reason for leaving etc. Please note that salary slip and appointment/offer letter will not be considered as proof of experience.

Incomplete applications in any respect i.e., without a photocopy of the certificate in support of age relaxation, proof of DOB, education certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and applications received after the last date shall not be considered.

Post/s for the general category (unreserved) - SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates can also apply. SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates applying for unreserved posts are not eligible for age relaxation.

The Institute reserves the right to conduct written tests, skill tests, and interviews online/in person or postpone or cancel the entire selection process for any or all posts herein advertised.

More vacancies may also be filled through this advertisement. The centre also reserves the right not to fill any/some posts herein advertised. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification for the post.

The prescribed Essential Qualifications are a bare minimum and mere possession of the same will not entitle the candidates to be called for appearing in the selection process. The Screening Committee will adopt its own criteria to shortlist the candidates. The Candidates should, therefore, furnish in the relevant field/column all the qualifications and experience that they have acquired over and above the minimum prescribed qualifications. Screening of applications is based on the basis of information furnished online. In case the information furnished is false or no proper documentary evidence could be produced in support of the information furnished online at the time of appearing for the selection process, such candidates will not be allowed to appear for the selection process. The Candidates should, therefore, furnish the information for which they have proper documentary evidence.

Before applying for the post, the candidate should ensure that he/she fulfills the eligibility and other criteria. Recruitment authorities would be free to reject applications not fulfilling the requisite criteria, at any stage of recruitment, and if erroneously appointed, such candidates shall be liable to be terminated from service, if appointed.

Queries related ONLY to problems occurring while applying online may be sent to [e-mail], mentioning your name, mobile number and the technical problem in the email.

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