The National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research, Kolkata, an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Education based in Salt Lake City, has invited applications for the post of Project Scientist (Research Staff). The vacancy count has not been specified in the notification. The position is for an AICTE Research Promotion Scheme sponsored project in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, titled Bias and Fairness Assessment of Large Language Models in the Indian Healthcare Context, under Dr. Indrajit Saha. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
NITTTR Kolkata Project Scientist Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 202606/2026-27
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About NITTTR Kolkata Project Scientist Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research Kolkata
- Advertisement No.
- 06/2026-27
- Post Name
- Project Scientist (Research Staff)
- Job Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 32 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
- Tenure
- Initial appointment for one year, extendable up to the duration of the project on a yearly basis based on performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Scientist (Research Staff)
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist (Research Staff) |
Eligibility Details
Project Scientist (Research Staff)
Essential: M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc./MCA/MS or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning/Data Science/Information Technology/Bioinformatics/Computational Biology or allied areas with at least 60% Marks or equivalent CGPA. Desirable: Preference will be given to the GATE/NET/BET or similar other national level examinations qualified candidates and/or who is having research/project experience in LLMs, Generative AI, NLP, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Healthcare AI or Responsible AI.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist (Research Staff) | Essential: M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc./MCA/MS or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning/Data Science/Information Technology/Bioinformatics/Computational Biology or allied areas with at least 60% Marks or equivalent CGPA. Desirable: Preference will be given to the GATE/NET/BET or similar other national level examinations qualified candidates and/or who is having research/project experience in LLMs, Generative AI, NLP, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Healthcare AI or Responsible AI. |
Age Limit
Preferably below 32 years as on 27/10/2026
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test.
- 2Interview
Final selection is made through the interview held after the written test.
Salary Structure
Rs. 32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application along with a cover letter and an updated CV.
- 2Keep softcopies of age proof, degree certificates, mark sheets and relevant experience or research credentials ready.
- 3Email the complete application package to Dr. Indrajit Saha at [email protected].
- 4Make sure the application reaches before the last date.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Cover Letter
•Updated CV
•Age proof certificate
•Degree certificates and mark sheets
•Relevant experience and research credentials certificates
•No Objection Certificate (for applicants in employment at the time of interview)
Important Details
- The post is for the AICTE Research Promotion Scheme (RPS) 2025 sponsored project titled "Bias and Fairness Assessment of Large Language Models in the Indian Healthcare Context" at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, under Dr. Indrajit Saha, Principal Investigator.
- The position is purely temporary and project-based and is co-terminus with the project.
- Possessing the prescribed qualification does not ensure a call for interview; candidates are shortlisted on merit, relevant experience and the need of the project.
- Applicants in employment in private, government or any other organization must submit a No Objection Certificate from the employer at the time of interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Topics to be Studied
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Generative AI
- Natural Language Processing
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Bias and Fairness in AI
- Multilingual AI
- Healthcare AI
- Responsible AI
- LLM Evaluation
- Bias Mitigation
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates already in employment apply?
Yes. Candidates working in a private, government or any other organization must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
Is the Project Scientist position permanent?
No. The engagement is purely temporary and project-based and ends with the project.
How long is the appointment for?
The initial appointment is for one year and can be extended up to the duration of the project on a yearly basis, based on performance.
Will travel or daily allowance be paid for the interview?
No, no TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
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