Indian Institute of Technology Madras, a premier technical institute in Chennai, has announced recruitment for the post of Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) under its Department of Engineering Design. There is a single vacancy for this temporary, contract-based research position. The role involves work on hyperthermia device development, engineering optimization, device testing and clinical studies, offering candidates a chance to contribute to a sponsored research project at one of India's leading institutes.
IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 - Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026ICSR/PR/Advt.194/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
02 Oct
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Status
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 02 Oct 2026
- Notification18 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed02 Oct
About IIT Madras Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Advertisement No.
- ICSR/PR/Advt.194/2026
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist I (Non Medical)
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Candidates must be citizens of India; no domicile or state-wise restriction is stated)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 56,000/- + HRA, as admissible
- Tenure
- Initially for one year, later extendable up to 3 years or project duration based on performance.
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Research Scientist I (Non Medical)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non Medical) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Research Scientist I (Non Medical)
First class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees. Second class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees with PhD. Relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will only be taken into consideration. The prescribed qualifications are minimum and are required for consideration even if a higher qualification has been acquired.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non Medical) | First class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees. Second class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees with PhD. Relevant experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree will only be taken into consideration. The prescribed qualifications are minimum and are required for consideration even if a higher qualification has been acquired. |
Age Limit
Maximum age limit: 35 years
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is available at the discretion of the Institute if sufficient candidates with the requisite experience are not available.
Selection Process
- 1Short-listing
Candidates are short-listed on the basis of the information provided in their online applications.
- 2Test/Interview
Short-listed candidates are called for a test and/or interview; the Institute may restrict the number of candidates called.
Salary Structure
Rs. 56,000/- + HRA, as admissible
How to Apply
- 1Register and apply online at the IIT Madras IC&SR careers portal, checking that advertisement number Advt.194/2026 is displayed.
- 2Fill in the online application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Select every position you wish to apply for before submitting, since the system accepts a single application per login ID for an advertisement.
- 5Submit the online application before the closing date.
- 6Take a printout of the submitted application to carry when called for the test or interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Printout of the submitted online application form
•Testimonials from persons intimately acquainted with the candidate's work
•From the most recent employer or immediate superior if employed
Important Details
- The post is purely on a contract basis and completion of the contract gives no right to further extension, regularization or permanency at the Institute.
- Candidates already working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate at document verification, test or interview; candidates without an NOC will not be permitted to appear.
- A printout of the submitted application must be obtained and produced when called for the test, and the hard copy is not to be sent to the Institute.
- Separate applications are required for each post, and only one application per registered login ID is accepted for an advertisement; applying twice for the same post makes the candidature liable to rejection.
- The crucial date for determining eligibility in every respect is the closing date for submission of the online application.
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Job Description
Mechanical, aerospace, design or industrial design engineering UG with post graduate specialization in thermal, product design, fluid structure interaction, industrial design or manufacturing. The selected candidate contributes to hyperthermia device development, engineering optimization, clinical device development, device testing in the lab and for establishing safety as per standards, and clinical study.
Contact
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Phone: 044-2257 8843
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