The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, a premier institute for research and teaching in basic sciences, has invited applications for three Research Associate posts at levels I, II and III on a purely temporary and contractual basis. The positions fall under a funded project on quantum machine learning, reservoir computing and PDE solvers, part of the National Quantum Mission of the Department of Science and Technology. The work involves designing quantum algorithms, data handling, coding and testing on quantum hardware, offering research associates a chance to contribute to an active quantum computing programme at the institute.
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Research Associate I, II and III Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 202679/2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
15 Oct
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Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification29 Sept
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- Applications Closed15 Oct
About IISER Pune Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune
- Advertisement No.
- 79/2026
- Post Name
- Research Associate-I, Research Associate-II and Research Associate-III
- Job Location
- Pune, Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Institute invites applications from Indian nationals)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 37 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Initially for a period of one year, extendable for a further period subject to satisfactory performance of the incumbent and continuation of the project.
Vacancy Breakdown
Research Associate-I
1
Research Associate-II
1
Research Associate-III
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Research Associate-I | 1 |
| Research Associate-II | 1 |
| Research Associate-III | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Research Associate-I1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. in Physics or a closely relevant discipline. Candidates who have submitted their thesis may also apply.
- Age Limit
- Not more than 35 years
- Note
- Candidates who have submitted their thesis but not completed defence, that is without a provisional certificate of having qualified or the degree, will be designated as Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and paid Rs. 42,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month till submission of the Provisional Ph.D. certificate.
- Preference
- Ph.D. work in areas related to theoretical areas of quantum chaos, quantum algorithms and quantum computing; excellent ability in programming and computation including quantum computing frameworks; demonstrated working experience in quantum chaos; working knowledge of machine learning algorithms
- Job Requirements
- Work on quantum reservoir computing and primarily towards its application in multiple domains, involving designing quantum algorithms, data handling, coding and testing on quantum hardware
- Tenure
- Initially one year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the project
Research Associate-II1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. in Physics or a relevant discipline.
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year of relevant post-doctoral research experience.
- Age Limit
- Not more than 36 years
- Preference
- Relevant research experience after Ph.D. in areas related to quantum algorithms and quantum computing, excellent ability in programming and computation including quantum computing frameworks, demonstrated working experience in quantum chaos or quantum many-body systems, and working knowledge of machine learning algorithms
- Job Requirements
- Work on quantum reservoir computing and primarily towards its application in multiple domains, involving designing quantum algorithms, data handling, coding and testing on quantum hardware
- Tenure
- Initially one year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the project
Research Associate-III1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. in Physics or a relevant discipline.
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant post-doctoral research experience.
- Age Limit
- Not more than 37 years
- Preference
- Relevant research experience after Ph.D. in areas related to quantum chaos, quantum algorithms and quantum computing, excellent ability in programming and computation preferably including quantum computing frameworks, and demonstrated working experience in quantum chaos
- Job Requirements
- Work on quantum reservoir computing and primarily towards its application in multiple domains, involving designing quantum algorithms, data handling, coding and testing on quantum hardware
- Tenure
- Initially one year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the project
Age Limit
Not more than 35 years for Research Associate-I, 36 years for Research Associate-II and 37 years for Research Associate-III as on the last date of application
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation commensurate with educational qualifications and/or experience may be considered for candidates having qualification and experience higher than advertised, with the prior approval of the competent authority.
Selection Process
- 1Screening of Applications
Applications are screened by a Screening Committee; the Project Investigator may restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable limit.
- 2Interview
Conducted for shortlisted candidates only; the list with date, time and other details is put up on the institute website and candidates are informed by email. No TA/DA is admissible.
Salary Structure
Research Associate-I
Pay: Rs. 58,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month
Research Associate-II
Pay: Rs. 61,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month
Research Associate-III
Pay: Rs. 67,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Research Associate-I | Rs. 58,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month |
| Research Associate-II | Rs. 61,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month |
| Research Associate-III | Rs. 67,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month |
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application format available as Apply Now below the advertisement.
- 2Fill in the application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications and experience.
- 3Convert the completed application into PDF format.
- 4Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates and testimonials in support of age, educational qualifications and experience, and a recent passport size colour photograph.
- 5Email the application to [email protected] mentioning the name of the position, post number and Advt. No. 79/2026 in the subject line.
- 6Send the email before the last date and keep a copy of the sent email.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photocopies of relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age
•Educational qualifications and experience
•Recent passport size colour photograph
Important Details
- The appointment is purely temporary and terminates automatically without notice or compensation on termination of the project, and the appointed person has no claim of appointment or absorption in the funding agency or in IISER Pune.
- If a suitable candidate is not found for the Research Associate-II or III position, a lower-level RA position may be offered subject to eligibility and applicable rules.
- The number of posts may vary depending on requirements during the selection process, and the experience requirement may be relaxed based on the cohort of applications received with the prior approval of the competent authority.
- If a selected candidate does not join or resigns after joining, waitlisted candidates may be offered the position.
- No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview.
Project Details
The positions are under the funded project titled "Quantum machine learning: Reservoir computing and PDE solvers" under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), funded by the Department of Science and Technology.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates who have submitted their thesis but not yet received the Ph.D. degree apply?
Yes. For Research Associate-I, candidates who have submitted their thesis may apply. Those who have submitted but not completed defence are designated Senior Research Fellow and paid Rs. 42,000 plus 30% HRA per month until they submit the provisional Ph.D. certificate.
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