IIT Guwahati Project Research Scientist 1 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

IIT Guwahati has 1 vacancy for a Project Research Scientist 1 in its Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering. The last date to apply online is 8 November 2026, and the online interview follows on 11 November 2026. The total amount for the post is Rs. 67,200, and the appointment runs for 04 months, which may be extended. Applicants need a first-class PG degree, or a second class postgraduate degree with a Ph.D.

IIT Guwahati Project Research Scientist 1 Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.

About IIT Guwahati

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is an institute located in Guwahati, Assam. This notice comes from its Research and Development Section. The post is in the project "Development of functional recombinant humanized monoclonal antibody, Tocilizumab production from microbial cell factories" at the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering.

IIT Guwahati Project Research Scientist 1 Vacancy Details 2026

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IIT Guwahati Project Research Scientist 1 Eligibility 2026

Mandatory qualification:

• First-class PG degree, including integrated PG degree, or
• Second class postgraduate degree, including the integrated PG degree, with Ph.D.

Preferred: Candidates with hands-on experience in the following areas will be preferred:

• Recombinant DNA Technology
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Metabolic Engineering
• Mammalian cell culture-related work

See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

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Selection Process

Selection will be based on the candidate's performance in the interview. The interview will be held online on Microsoft Teams, and the link will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email, and call letters will not be sent separately.

Service Conditions

• This is a project post, with the appointment made for 04 months. The period may be extended.
• The place of work is the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Guwahati.
• No campus accommodation will be available for the selected candidates.

How to Apply for IIT Guwahati Project Research Scientist 1 Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the Recruitment Portal of the Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati.
2. Find the position by searching for the project title: "Development of functional recombinant humanized monoclonal antibody, Tocilizumab production from microbial cell factories".
3. Follow the instructions and guidelines provided on the portal, and complete the online application by 8 November 2026.

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