NITMGH/ES/ANRF/ECRG/227/CBS/2025-26/1211
Dated: 24-09-2025

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the position of a Project Associate-I in an ANRF-funded research project (ANRF/ECRG/2024/003546/CS) with following details:

 

Project title

Organoselenium Catalysis for Asymmetric Olefin Functionalization

Sponsoring agency

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

Name of the principal investigator (PI)

Dr. Harshit Joshi

Position title

Project Associate-I

No. of posts available

01 (one)

Duration (in years)

Two years (extendable to one more year based on performance)

Essential qualifications

M.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks for General & OBC (50% for SC/ST candidates, Physically and Visually handicapped candidates) from a recognized University/Institute.

Desirable qualification

GATE/NET qualification.

Age limit

30 years (relaxation as per norms and guidelines of the institute)

Emoluments

(i) Rs. 37,000/- per month to scholars with GATE/NET and equivalent qualifications.

(ii) Rs. 30,000/- per month to scholars who do not have GATE/NET and equivalent qualifications.

(iii) Accommodation will be provided as per institute’s norms.

Benefits

The selected candidates (With GATE/NET Qualification) are allowed to pursue a Ph.D. as per the Institute's norms.

How to apply

  1. Soft copy of the duly filled-up application form must be sent through e–mail to harshit.joshi@nitm.ac.in latest by October 08, 2025.
  2. The subject of the email should be “Application for Project Associate-I in the CBS Department”.
  3. The following documents (soft copy) are to be submitted along with the Application Form AS SINGLE PDF FILE:
  • All Marksheets and Certificates (Class 10 Onwards).
  • Age Proof
  • CV
  • Publications (If any)

Submission mode

Soft copy (through email)

Application deadline

October 08, 2025

Mode of Interview

Online

Application Form

Important Instructions:

  1. Candidates possessing the requisite qualification should apply in the attached format. The last date for application submission is October 08, 2025.
  2. Original documents of age proof/certificates/mark-sheets, and other testimonials must be presented at the time of joining. A set of photocopies of all the testimonials is required to be submitted during the joining.
  3. Mere possession of the minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and the needs of the project. The authority reserves the right to accept/reject any or all applications without assigning any reason thereof.
  4. The short-listed candidates for interview will be informed only by email. No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for joining the position.
  5. The appointment is temporary, and the selected candidate can also apply for the regular Ph.D. program of NIT Meghalaya as per the institute's norms.

 

S/d

Dr. Harshit Joshi, Principal Investigator (PI)
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemical & Biological Science
NIT Meghalaya, Sohra- 793108