Research Staff Position – Polymer Research Project at IISER

???? Job Posting: Research Staff Position – Polymer Research Project at IISER Kolkata
???? Title:

Research Staff Position – Development of Copolymers for Vibration Damping Applications
???? Summary:

The Department of Chemical Sciences, IISER Kolkata, invites applications from Indian citizens for a temporary Research Staff position in a Naval Research Board (DRDO)-funded project. The position is initially for 1 year and is extendable based on project needs and candidate performance. The role focuses on the development of gradient and block copolymers with applications in vibration damping across broad temperature and frequency ranges.
???? Designation:

Research Staff
???? Subject Area:

Polymer Science, Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Sciences
???? Location:

Department of Chemical Sciences,

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata,

Mohanpur, Nadia, West Bengal – 741246
???? Eligibility / Qualification:
• Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Biology
• Desirable: Prior experience in polymer characterization, especially using Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
???? Job Description:
• Participate in a DRDO-sponsored project aimed at developing innovative polymers with broad glass transition temperature (Tg) regions
• Conduct polymer synthesis and characterization, particularly focusing on vibration damping properties
• Candidates with hands-on DSC experience will be given preference
• Work under the supervision of Prof. Priyadarsi De in the Polymer Research Center
???? Salary:

Rs. 20,000/- per month (Consolidated)
???? How to Apply:
• No prior application is required.
• Interested candidates must appear for an offline walk-in interview on the scheduled date.
• Bring your updated CV, original documents, and self-attested copies of all relevant certificates (academic & experience).
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
???? Date & Time of Interview:

???? 2+th April 2026 (Tuesday)

???? 11:00 AM (IST)
???? Venue:

Polymer Research Center,

Department of Chemical Sciences,

IISER Kolkata, Mohanpur, Nadia, West Bengal – 741246
???? Contact for Queries:

???? Dr. Priyadarsi De

Email: p_de@iiserkol.ac.in
???? Additional Information:
• Age limit will be as per DRDO eligibility norms
• The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project
• The appointment may be terminated with a 30-day notice if performance is unsatisfactory
• The decision of the Selection Committee will be final

???? Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of a cutting-edge research initiative in advanced polymer materials at IISER Kolkata!